Gymnastics Day Camp Staff- Saugus YMCA!!

The YMCA eagerly offers an opportunity to not only gain communication skills with a wide range of age groups, but also make a significant impact on the lives of the youth in your own community. This opportunity is offered to both current college students and qualified high school students! Regardless of your specific interests in school or life, we are sure that you will be able to experience something you will remember for the rest of your life after working with us for a summer.  

Specifically, we are looking for counselors who have high energy, who are willing to play games, teach life skills through healthy activities and most important be a role model for our campers. Please, if you have any interest in the locations listed above, stop by and drop off your resume and fill out an application! 

Seasonal Hiring Process:  

Potential counselors must complete an online application and resume. Your application materials will be reviewed and we will determine if we feel that you would be a strong candidate for our Gymnastics Camp program.  If so, we will contact you to begin the interview process.  This consists of 2 interviews: a group interview with Camp Administration and an individual interview with the Camp Directors. If after the second interview you are still a candidate for hire, we will conduct reference checks. (four references). If the references are good, we will make you an official job offer, then process a Criminal Background check (CORI and SORI). Once your background is clear, we will start the official hiring and paperwork process, where you will be trained and readied for a great summer!  

Camp this summer runs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.  Staff hours are dependent upon camper enrollment numbers but can be between 20 and 40 hours a week. There are mandatory trainings prior to the start of camp that must be completed in order to work. Trainings will be held throughout the month of June. 

Gymnastics Camp Counselor General Function:  

The counselor will help supervise and lead a group of youth in daily activities. (S)he will have a positive outlook on summer activities and is willing to help children grow to their full potential. Staff will provide a safe and nurturing environment for youth and will be actively involved and have a positive attitude about all Camp Hillside formalities and activities. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide leadership, instruction and motivation to a group of campers. May include gymnastics adventure warrior or cheer camps. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•    Instructs gymnastics lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines.

•    Develops positive relationships with campers and parents.

•    Follows established procedures for supervising camper health and enforcing all safety regulations.

•    Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).

•    Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

•    Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

•    Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•    Certifications: CPR and Basic First Aid certification- provided by the YMCA if needed.

•    Must be able to demonstrate gymnastics instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.