What are the responsibilities and job description for the JUNIOR CAMP COUNSELOR position at THE SKAGIT VALLEY FAMILY YMCA?
Make an impact: As a Junior Camp Counselor for the Skagit Valley Family YMCAs Camp Anderson you will spark imaginations, build self-esteems, and give kids a summer they will always remember. In this position you will assist the main counselor in the supervision and safety of children and Camp Anderson and on field trips.
Learn, Grow and Serve: Were committed to growing the capabilities of our people. We are devoted to a community where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. We are on a mission to create positive community change through relationships by empowering the mind, body and spirit of ALL! Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger.
This position is for you, if you can:
- Provide supervision and safety of camper group consisting of 10-15 campers.
- Assist in skill sessions throughout the summer.
- Lead games, songs and special events.
- Maintain positive relations and communications with parents.
- Abide by camp rules and be a good role model.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a minimum of 16 years old.
- Must be able to assist in planning, coordination and supervisory skills to implement a high quality, developmentally appropriate program.
- Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
- Have knowledge of school age children and how to meet their needs.
- Have experience working with youth 5-13.
- Current state approved certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, O2, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens. Abuse Prevention and Mandatory Reporting training is also required before start of camp.
BENEFITS FROM DAY 1:
- Free YMCA household membership
Your other benefits will be (waiting period applies):
- 8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
- Paid Sick & Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
- 2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
- 403 (b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
- Life insurance, and more! (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
- Additional bilingual, premium pay of $0.50 for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers. Ability to write or translate written materials is not required to receive this premium.