Camp Counselor - Aide

Position Type: Seasonal, May - August - Applicant needs to be at least 16 years of age.

Schedule: This is a seasonal position with hours ranging Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM. Actual schedules will vary based on program needs and assigned site placement. 

• Before Care - 6:30am - 8:30am
• Camp hours - 8:45am - 4:00pm
• After Camp hours - 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Locations: This position is being promoted regionally; however, applicants will be assigned to one of the following sites within their district: 

• Jefferson County
  • Duncan YMCA - 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada 80004

  • Peak Expeditionary School  - 4617 Independence St., Wheat Ridge 80033

  • Shelton Elementary - 420 Crawford St. Golden 80401

  • Southwest YMCA - 5181 W Kenyon Ave., Denver 80236

Site placement will be determined based on program needs, staffing, and applicant preferences when possible. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

At the direction of Supervisor OST, the Aide OST -Seasonal (Camp) will assist in the delivery of the program to include curriculum development, behavior management, participant safety and evaluation. The Aide will deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.

OUR PATH

For 150 years, the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit, mind and body for all.  Our direction is clear: Elevate Lives and Rise Together.  Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate our people, purpose, partnerships and promise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Support program, daily curriculum activities, in-service days / holidays in accordance with YMCA philosophy and state licensing requirements 
• Implement risk management to provide safety and well-being of all children 
• Integrate YMCA character development program into daily programming 
• Assist Site Supervisor with parental communications and staff with appropriate interactions with children, including discipline procedures
• Proactively clean and/or repair program areas; maintain supplies and equipment 
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA Annual Support Campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans 
• Attend all training courses, staff meetings and in-services without exception 
• Follow dress code; require staff to adhere with staff shirts, name badge, closed-toes shoes 
• Provide accurate information about membership and programs 
• Be familiar with the mission statement and core values of the YMCA. Model the core values while working and communicating with other staff members 

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES 

• Clear Communication • Customer Service • Inclusion • Safety • Active Listening

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle, feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear

• Be able to lift 40 pounds

• Specific vision abilities are required including accurate sight up close, distant, peripheral and focus

• Occasional exposure to wet conditions, and outdoor weather including UV sun rays

• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high

YMCA CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & RISK MANAGEMENT

The YMCA is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and vulnerable individuals. As part of our commitment to child abuse prevention and Praesidium accreditation standards, all employees are required to comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 16 years old
• Strong skills in human relations 
• Upon hiring, complete 25-40 hours of license required childcare training 
• Within 30 days of hire, complete YMCA onboarding requirements, required training and certifications including, Bloodborne, First Aid and HazMat 

BENEFITS

• Free individual membership 
• Program discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked

Salary : $19