Program Sports 154021 - Camp Counselor, Sports

YMCA of Greater Cleveland; Lyndhurst (OH); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland in Lyndhurst, OH seeks a Seasonal Day Camp Supervisor to oversee a group of children and foster positive relationships with families.

You will ensure child safety, follow curriculum, maintain records, and support staff; certifications include First Aid, CPR, concussion training, and licensing where applicable.

Strong communication, reading/writing skills, and adaptability to outdoor settings ensure a safe, engaging camp experience for youth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in sports programs preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old; concussion training prior to working in a sports-related activity; CPR and First Aid certification and safety training within 30 days of hire.
• ODJFS licensing certification within 30 days of hire (for licensed camps).

Responsabilités

• Ensure the safety of the children enrolled.
• Document and respond to incidents.
• Maintain attendance sheets and required reports.
• Provide guidance during activities and follow the assigned curriculum.
• Maintain rapport with parents and participants.
• Maintain necessary supplies and certifications (First Aid, CPR, BBP).
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Connaissances

Child supervision

Communication

Reading & writing

Teamwork

Formation

High school Diploma or GED

Description du poste

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. 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

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. (696-Kids) and notifying your immediate supervisor, branch executive, risk management and human resources department (s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and/or bend for the duration of one shift.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.
• May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather.
• Ability to multitask in a changing environment

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended y time.