SAIL Camp Counselor — Inspire Learning & Safe Fun

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 20,664,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Career opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Summer Adventure In Learning (SAIL) Counselor at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA location to support the branch day camp with academic and enrichment components.

Under the Youth Development Director, you will implement programming, supervise activities outdoors and indoors, and ensure safety and high-quality service to participants in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma in progress or completed or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 1+ years’ experience working with children in a structured setting.
• Required certifications current First Aid/CPR and any other certifications for the position within 30 days of employment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills.
• Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
• Be able to maintain a safe and healthy environment for staff and children.
• Be able to provide sound, caring and positive leadership for children.
• Be able to recognize and implement safety standards in all program activities.
• Must pass background checks, BFTS background checks, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of programming that supports the Youth and Teen Safety Guidelines.
• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding SAIL programs.
• Deliver all mandatory requirements of the SAIL program that meets the funding requirements – academic learning, enrichment activities and evaluations.
• Maintain the facility requirements of the YMCA.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that all program components of SAIL run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Metro Atlanta YMCA for New Staff Orientation and Branch Emergency proceduresand any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.
• Communicate positively with parents and staff as .

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

First Aid/CPR Certification Systems

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a Summer Adventure In Learning (SAIL) Counselor at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA location to support the branch day camp with academic and enrichment components.

Under the Youth Development Director, you will implement programming, supervise activities outdoors and indoors, and ensure safety and high-quality service to participants in a supportive environment.