Camp Spirit Counselor

YMCA of the Roses; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of the Roses recherche des conseillers pour le Camp Spirit, dès le 9 juin jusqu'au 15 août, pour superviser et encadrer des jeunes. Les candidats doivent avoir au moins un diplôme de secondaire avec au moins un an d'expérience dans un cadre éducatif. Ce rôle impliquera de créer des activités enrichissantes et de promouvoir un environnement sûr et inclusif pour les campeurs.

Benefits

Accès gratuit aux installations

Remises sur les programmes

Qualifications

• Doit posséder un diplôme de secondaire ou équivalent.
• Recherche de candidats ayant une expérience de travail avec des enfants, de préférence en milieu de camp.
• Doit obtenir la certification Pediatric First Aid/CPR et AED.

Responsibilities

• Superviser entre 10-15 enfants et gérer les comportements.
• Créer et mettre en œuvre des activités dans un environnement sûr.
• Fournir des commentaires descriptifs aux campeurs pour gérer les comportements.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Creativity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Degree in education, recreation or related field (preferred)

Job description

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This is why you REALLY need to be working at camp this summer: IMPACT THE FUTURE! Immediately become an integral part in the development of the next generation, become a summer hero who mentors and guides young people. The Camp Season runs from June 9th - August 15th, with Camp Training starting May 18th.

Did you know that Leadership is learned in a real-life context? At camp you will supervise between 10-15 children and engage in decision-making, behavior management, and living ethics - all necessary leadership skills for today. Communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and contribution that are critical for success in today's world are developed and practiced at camp; they are skills and traits that can draw employers' attention to your resume.

Employees enjoy FREE use of the facilities at all branches, including our outdoor pools, gym, and wellness center. Program discounts include FREE use of Child Watch up to 3 hours per day or Camp/School-Aged Child Care for your own children while you're working, and discounts on programs and lessons.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Supports a friendly, warm and inclusive atmosphere for campers, families and camp community that encourages achievement, relationships, and belonging.
• Availability to work throughout the camp season and has flexibility to work early morning to late evening hours in accordance with camp needs.
• Creates and implements purposeful activities within the established guidelines and is prepared in advance of each lesson/activity.
• Supervises the campers, camp facility and all activities including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Provides active supervision/surveillance of campers at the pool to support lifeguards and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Ensures a safe, healthy environment and is knowledgeable on effectively enacting safety/emergency procedures.
• Builds authentic relationships with camp participants and their family while also providing connections with other YMCA staff and members to enhance membership.
• Responsible for the safety and supervision of campers in accordance with YMCA policies/procedures.
• Provides campers with clear expectations and positive descriptive feedback to prevent and redirect challenging behaviors.
• Effectively communicates with supervisor(s), camp counselors and extended care team during shift changes/transitions. Ensures all necessary paperwork is accurately maintained and passed on.
• Keeps camp clean and organized through leading by example and holding campers accountable for cleaning up after activities.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Attained or be pursuing a degree in education, recreation, sports management, human services or other youth related majors preferred.
• One year of experience working with children required, preferably in a camp setting.
• Must have or obtain Pediatric First Aide/CPR and AED certification.
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Physical Requirements
• Light - exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
• Body Position and Movement (Seldom-1-10%, Occasionally-10-30%, Frequently 30-60%, Continuously 60-100% of the time)
• Stationary Position - Seldom
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Move/Traverse - Frequently
• Pulling/Pushing - Occasionally
• Position self to move about with agility (upright or lowered to the floor) - Occasionally
• Lifting - Frequently
• Ascend/Descend - Occasionally
  

Visual Requirements

• Requires good color, depth, and field of vision (with or without correction) to distinguish like objects from one another, detect and visually follow moving objects
• Auditory (Hearing) Requirements
• Ability to hear voices, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds to communicate, answer phones, and respond to alarms/emergencies
• Hazardous Conditions/Materials Exposure
• Continuous exposure to outdoor elements
  

Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.

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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