Description

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OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At 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: We are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Requirements

Position Title: Camp Supervisor

Reports To: Camp Director

Department: Camp

Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt, Seasonal

Compensation: $20.00-$21.00/hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

As the Camp Supervisor, you will impact our community’s youth through the day-to-day operations of summer camp. Help create and foster a strong sense of teamwork, provide aid to the Camp Director in the process of recruiting, hiring and training of all full-time and part-time seasonal staff. This position will assist the Camp Director in all aspects of development, ensuring compliance with applicable program safety and licensing standards. The Camp Supervisor ensures that all Camp activities and programs are safe, engaging and designed to provide the best experience for all participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in organizing, planning, and facilitating comprehensive training for all full-time and part-time seasonal staff
• Assist camp director with parent communication including but not limited to billing, camper discipline, parent concerts, etc.
• Serves as acting director in Camp Director’s absence
• Supervise, encourage and support all summer team members
• Help create and manage staff schedule
• Complete any necessary documentation or paperwork per licensing requirements
• Provide a fun, safe environment for children to play, learn and grow
• Ability to lead and assist in varied group activities and daily routine
• Communication to director regarding issues and or concerns
• Arriving to work on time and prepared to start the day with a positive attitude toward each child, coworker and inquiring parents while wearing the designated camp shirt and ID lanyard at all times
• Other duties assigned by immediate supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1-2 years of staff management and/or supervision
• Experience with lesson planning and working with kids ages 4-16 preferred
• Will need to provide three letters of recommendation
• Must be able to pass a Child Abuse & Neglect background check through DHHS
• Must be able to provide and pass finger print background check
• Responsible, dependable, enthusiastic and able to communicate effectively
• Strong understanding of the YMCA mission and adhere to YMCA values
• Must be willing to work flexible hours from 6/17/2024 through 8/23/2024
• Current Adult/Child CPR and First Aid Certification before 6/17/2024 (internal training provided)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• A required 30-hour training week will take place between 6/10/24 and 6/14/24
• CPR/AED and First Aid required before 6/17/2024

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s vales. 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 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.