Camp Counselor, Sports - West Shore YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the YMCA of Greater Cleveland as a Camp Counselor for the Sports program, where you'll supervise children in a seasonal day camp setting. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and offers the chance to build positive relationships while ensuring children's safety and promoting engagement through sports activities.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp.
• Ensure the safety of the children enrolled in the program.
• Prepare and follow assigned curriculum.

Skills

Supervision

Child Development

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community.

Position Summary

Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the safety of the children enrolled in the program.
• Document and respond to all participate incidents.
• Maintain essential records and attendance sheets.
• Complete required reports.
• Maintain current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and BBP Blood Bourne Pathogens.
• Provide guidance and assistance during activities.
• Prepare/ follow assigned curriculum.
• Maintain discipline of children.
• Ensure necessary supplies, including First Aid, BBP protective equipment.
• Maintain rapport with parents and participants.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written directions
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• High school Diploma or GED required.
  
  

Experience

• Previous experience working or participating in any sports program.
• Previous work experience working with children is preferred.
  
  

Certification(s) And Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must complete concussion training prior to working in a sports related activity.
• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Must receive ODJFS (Ohio Department of Job and Family Services) licensing certification within 30 days of hire. (for licensed camps only)
  
  

Technical Skills And Knowledge

• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process:/Neglect reporting form, calling children protective services(696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).
  
  

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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