Camp Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under the supervision of the Director and Summer Camp Coordinator, a Camp Counselor provides direction for the program and classroom, and implements the program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring, while putting the quality and safety of our program at the utmost importance. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Operates in ratio of age group assigned and fulfilled all of the responsibilities of a counselor plus:
2. Leading their age group and actively engaging with all children in the group.
3. Leading swim lessons for non-swimmers during swim times (assistance given when needed based on ratios).
4. Helps lead weekly camp meetings and trainings.
5. Helps plan components of camp
6. Is a role model for Y policies and practices.
7. Helps perform specific duties on field trips such as bus head counts, checking the field trip in with the destination, carrying camper medication, and others as needed
8. Is responsible for the cleanliness of program area.
9. Other duties as needed and assigned by Camp Coordinators and Senior Program Director.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader): 

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. 

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. 

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. 

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law
2. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
3. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting is preferred.
4. Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
5. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
6. Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities.
7. Run, jump, lift, carry, push, as well as any other physical actions that are needed.