Science Camp Counselor - French Creek YMCA

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain safety of children at all time through appropriately supervising program participants at all times while maintaining YMCA and state licensing staff to child ratios, providing aid when needed, and ensuring daily cleaning and maintenance of facility.
• Assists in implementing age-appropriate techniques relative to the behavior management of children.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Must attend and manage students during all field trips.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associates Degree preferred.
• Must complete all licensing training within 30 days of hire.

Experience:

• 1-year experience working with children; in a day camp setting preferred.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc… preferred
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Certifications and Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age
• Required to be fingerprinted
• Medical clearance and Immunizations
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Must receive ODJFS (Ohio Department of Job and Family Services) licensing certification within 30 days of hire.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, cause of the YMCA, and uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively work with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to be a mandated reporter for any signs or suspicion of child abuse and neglect. All employees are required to follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process.

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 sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and/or bend for the duration of ones shift.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.
• May be required to work outside and on occasion may encounter inclement weather.
• Ability to multitask in a changing environment

About YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare). Additional employee discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee. Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.