Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Day Camp Junior Counselor, under the direction of the Camp Director, plays an important role in the successful operation of the Summer Day Camp program. The Day Camp Junior Counselor provides a safe and positive environment for school age children, to provide opportunities for learning, interaction and academic/personal growth. This is an onsite position. We are an equal opportunity employer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensure the health, safety and well-being of our participants in the program by providing appropriate guidance. Understand and promote that participants follow safety procedures.

Be an agent of safety for our campers. This includes taking responsibility for one's own well-being and the well-being of others. Help with health-related concerns.

Help develop meaningful activities, lesson plans and special events that are structured, age- appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and values-based in arts, STEM, character development, literacy, creative expression, community service, physical fitness and nutrition.

You perform specific scheduled assignments, including : swimming, arrival and departure, and lunch responsibilities.

Help develop all camp activities, including summer learning plans, field trips, in-camp events, and culminating performances.

Work cooperatively with all program staff.

Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants.

Create a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.

Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports).

Understand the YMCA's core values and the goals of the Summer Day Camp program and communicate to staff, participants, and care givers.

Attend all required pre-camp trainings. Participate in training sessions, designated meetings and special events.

Ensure program, staff and patrons maintain hygiene habits/practices observing CDC guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

You must be 16 years of age or older.

Attend high school; or have a high school diploma.

Minimum one year of experience working with youth.

Communicate and build relationships properly.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $15.98 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bay Shore, NY 11706: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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