Leader I - Day Camp

Ymca Of The East Valley; Highland (CA); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 28.000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da vaga

Ymca Of The East Valley is seeking a Leader I for Day Camp in Highland, CA to supervise a group of children and to create a positive, nurturing camp experience. You will plan age-appropriate activities, model YMCA values, and maintain strong communication with parents and caregivers.

Requirements include a high school diploma (college preferred), 18+ years of age, and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications within 30 days of hire; prior day camp experience is preferred.

Qualificações

• Experience working with children in a camp setting preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certifications required within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent; college preferred for advancement.

Responsabilidades

• Supervises a group of children.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations and emergencies.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents and staff.

Conhecimentos

Experience with children

Outdoor activities

Communication with parents

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

Formação

High school graduate or equivalent; college preferred

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Child Abuse Prevention training

Descrição da vaga

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Leader I - Day Camp

ADMINISTRATION P/T Hourly Highland, CA, US

Salary Range: $17.00 To $17.00 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 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:

• Supervises a group of children.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds 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. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. 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:

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc…
• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.
• All offers of employment are contingent upon the meeting the minimum Association-requirement(s) established for: employment references, personal references, Fingerprinting (a search of the candidate’s criminal background history), and physical examinations where required.