POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
The Summer Day Camp Leader will assist with program quality and the planning and implementation of programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Plan and prepare specific group activities for each day of camp
Assist in supervising a group of 6-10 campers ages 5-12 years old under the supervision of Day camp and directors.
Facilitate camper development in outdoor living skills, recreation activities, social skill development, values, multicultural and environmental awareness.
Is expected to interact in assigned activities with the campers and be alert to notify supervisor for specific campers' needs.
Practices, demonstrates and instills Project Cornerstone's 41 Developmental Assets.
Create a bully free and safe environment for all staff, campers and parents; Be a positive influence for campers, displaying appropriate behaviors and attitudes during camp.
Maintain good relations with day camp parents.
Enforce and adhere to camp procedures and policies.
Maintain camp equipment and supplies
Follow YMCA incident reporting.
Immediately report incidents to camp director (or designated staff).
Performs other duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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.
Ability to climb, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Enthusiastic, Fun, Great Personality
Ability to effectively interact with participants, parents, and staff
Minimum of 18 years of age or older
Prior work experience in a day camp or similar work environment is preferred.
Certifications: CPR, First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention & Risk Management.
Available on weekend and evenings as needed.
Will be required to travel locally to multiple work sites, should have car available for daily use, a valid California driver's license, and car insurance as required by the State of California.
SALARY RANGE: $24.
00 - $25.
00 / hour
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.
Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.
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.
Fiscal Management: Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.
Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.
Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.
Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.
g.
: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
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