What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor position at Plattsburgh YMCA?
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Camp Counselor aids in supervising and effectively leading a group of campers in daily camp activities. Camp Counselors provide a safe and nurturing environment for campers and are actively involved and have a positive attitude about all camp activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experience success. ?
- Assist each camper with meeting personal goals and those established by the camp for camper development. ?
- Follow established procedures for supervising camper health and enforcing all safety regulations. ?
- Maintain health, safety, cleanliness in program areas. ? Identify and report any potential risks. ?
- Follow established health and safety standards of the YMCA, and Dept. of Public Health. ?
- Supervise campers throughout daily activities and ensure program areas are safe for current activities. ?
- Take and maintain attendance throughout the day. ?
- Support activity specialists when attending activities with one’s group. ? Assist the lifeguards with maintaining safety during swim activities. ?
- Actively participate in staff training, meetings, etc. ?
- Help out with all camp activities and participate as a member of the camp staff team. ?
- Demonstrate/teach the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility with all campers and staff. ?
- Follow all camp rules, regulations and policies and enforce them among peers. ?
- Maintain positive public relations with parents, visitors, and the general public at all times. ?
- Able to visually and audibly identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities. ?
- Capable to respond appropriately to emergencies and situations requiring first aid and/or CPR. ?
- Submit all required paperwork on time. ?
- Perform other duties as assigned. ?
- Attend all Camp Counselor trainings and orientation.
YMCA COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values of Respect, Honesty, Caring and responsibility. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives.
Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict.
Personal Growth: Shares a desire to grow personally through observing, listening and working with senior staff.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: ?
- Prior camp staff experience or equivalent experience preferred ?
- At least 16 years old (by June 15th) ?
- Ability and experience in supervising children ?
- Desire and ability to work in a camp setting ?
- Good role model, high integrity, and adaptable ?
- Ability to understand and follow directions ?
- Positive attitude and ability to build and or work as a cohesive team ?
- Current First Aid and Adult and Child CPR certifications (will be provided if needed)
Salary : $6,200 - $6,400