Grey Custer
West Lafayette,IN
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience at YMCA Camp Eberhart, excelling in special needs support and staff management. Proven ability to enhance camper safety, enjoyment, and quality of life to foster a positive environment through effective communication and teamwork. Committed to continuous improvement of programs and staff efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA of Greater Michiana
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Ensured camper safety through vigilant supervision and adherence to established camp policies.
- Established and developed a positive camp and work culture by modeling professionalism, enthusiasm, and respect at all times.
- Facilitated open communication between counselors while analyzing and evaluating their quality of work.
- Collaborated and initiated communication with other departments for the successful execution of special events and unique experiences.
- Represented large teams of workers and communicated frequently with administration to promote changes to be made within programs, departments, or the camp as a whole to ensure consistent improvement.
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA of Greater Michiana
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying disabilities, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Facilitated and lead high ropes and rock climbing activities to children of varying ages.
- Supported children by actively listening, offering encouragement, and resolving issues.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05-2028
Skills
- Special needs support
- Quality of work evaluation
- Attention to detail
- Written and oral communication
- Strong people management
- First aid and CPR
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Reliability
- Documentation and recordkeeping
Certification
- First Aid & CPR Training - Expires June 2026
- Belay Training - Expires June 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA of Greater Michiana
05.2025 - 08.2025
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA of Greater Michiana
05.2023 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Purdue University
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