Summer Day Camp Counselor - Clay County Youth Development

YMCA of Florida's First Coast; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community-focused organization where your daily work positively impacts the lives of children. As a Summer Day Camp Counselor, you will provide direct supervision and ensure a quality experience for children, fostering their growth through engaging activities aligned with YMCA values. With both full-time and part-time positions available, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth while developing your leadership skills. If you are passionate about youth development and enjoy outdoor activities, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is required.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children in a day camp environment.
• Plan and implement culturally relevant activities.

Skills

Child supervision

Communication skills

Relationship building

Activity planning

Positive guidance techniques

Education

40 Hours of Child Care Certification

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Summer Day Camp Counselor - Clay County Youth Development

YMCA of Florida's First Coast | Orange Park, FL 32065

Can you imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community?

Full-time & part-time seasonal positions available

Starting at $15.00 hourly

Sites in the Orange Park, Middleburg, Argyle, Fleming Island, and Macclenny area

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal Day Camp. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Implements developmentally appropriate activities to foster individual growth and development of children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises a group of children and actively participates with all children in providing a program that meets the emotional, physical, and intellectual needs of both the individual child and the group.
• Models appropriate interactions with the children individually and in groups and encourages their involvement in activities.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
• Models appropriate positive guidance techniques that include redirection, positive reinforcement of children's efforts, and anticipation of potential problems.
• 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.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
• Ensures all First Coast YMCA standards and best practices are implemented and followed.
• Ensures the health and safety of all members/guests.
• Inspects physical space to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation, and cleanliness of facilities.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Inclusion: Creates a safe environment that allows all children and youth to feel welcomed and respected.
• Relationships: Interacts with children and youth in a positive, warm, and nurturing manner.
• Communication: Uses effective listening and verbal skills including the use of positive body language and tone of voice. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth.
• Developing Others: Encourages children and youth to try new skills and provides support and guidance through the learning process.
• Quality Results: Selects and uses appropriate equipment, materials, and resources to achieve program goals.
• Project Management: Executes lesson plans based on Y-USA School Age Framework.
• Functional Expertise: Uses best practices, guidelines, and methods of youth development in daily work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working with children and the ability to provide a reference for this experience is REQUIRED.
• Previous experience working with children in a day camp setting or childcare setting is PREFERRED.
• 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 16 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications prior to the first day of the program.
• 40 Hours of Child Care Certification preferred.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to plan, lead, and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.