HEAD CAMP COUNSELOR (YMCA CAMP ARMCO)

Job Description

Job Description

The Head Summer Camp Counselor will assist in the development and implementation of programming for the Summer Camp. The incumbent will create positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 18.
• High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• CPR/Pediatric First Aid/AED Certification required within 60 days of employment by PQAS certified trainer; required.
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a day camp setting.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills a must.
• Ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socioeconomic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in planning, supervising and implementing the summer camp program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA.
2. Ensure the health and safety of all children in the program at all times; implement emergency procedures as necessary. Actively participate with all children.
3. Assist in supervising assigned grade levels in Summer Camp. Mentor, supervise and evaluate part of the Summer Camp counselor team. Support staff with behavioral and programming issues, provide program support where needed; be a role model.
4. Be flexible and assist in any and all areas of the Summer Camp programs and activities.
5. Maintain program areas and adhere to program standards in regards to equipment, storage, safety and cleanliness.
6. Maintain consistent and open verbal communication with parents throughout the Summer Camp program.
7. Implement the YMCA Safety Around Water Program.
8. Attend all staff meetings and training programs as it pertains to the Summer Camp Program.
9. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.

Work schedule will include daytime hours and ability to travel to all program activity sites.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE. CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE.

• PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
• PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION
• FBI (DHS) FINGERPRINTING HISTORY CLEARANCE
• NSOR CLEARANCE(National Sex Offender Registry)
• HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED
• VERIFICATION OF 2,500 HOURS WORKING WITH CHILDREN
• 2 LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
• STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR, INCLUDING TB TESTING
• MANDATED REPORTER CERTIFICATION TRAININGA

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS AND VOICEMAIL MUST BE SET UP IN ORDER TO COMPLETE ONBOARDING PROCESSES.