What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Program Specialist - Camp Campbell position at YMCA of Silicon Valley?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Camp Group Program Specialist supports weekend and select holiday camp operations and guest experiences at YMCA Camp Campbell. Assists with event setup and tear-down, buffet-style meal service, parking coordination, and facilitation of program areas including arts and crafts, archery, climbing wall, group games, and team-building activities. Provides flexible, guest-focused customer service for both formal events and casual weekend programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to all American Camp Association (ACA) standards.
- Maintain activity areas by keeping them clean, organized, fully stocked, and ready for use.
- Work primarily on weekends and select holidays, with flexibility to support a variety of groups and events.
- Assist with event setup and tear-down, including moving furniture, arranging spaces, and resetting areas after group departure.
- Support buffet-style meal service by assisting with food service, bussing tables, and maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming dining and event spaces.
- Provide parking and traffic support for events and weekend groups as needed.
- Assist groups with activity needs and provide general program support.
- Identify and report equipment issues, safety concerns, or facility maintenance needs in a timely manner.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support camp operations and guest experiences.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior experience working with others
- Excellent communication skills
- The physical demands of the position include:
- Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
- Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch, climb, push, and pull.
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds.
- CPR and First Aid Certified within 90 days of hire.
- YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Trained within 90 days of hire.
SALARY RANGES: $20.00-$25.00
The physical demands of the position include:
- Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
- Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch, climb, push, and pull.
- Ability to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds.
- CPR and First Aid Certified within 90 days of hire.
- YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Trained within 90 days of hire.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.
Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.
Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Salary : $20 - $25