Summer Camp Counselor - South City YMCA Job at GATEWAY REGION YMCA, Saint Louis, MO

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  • GATEWAY REGION YMCA
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Description

  • Follow general direction and perform other duties as assigned of by the Day Camp Director, Assistant Day Camp Director and/or designee.
  • Ensure the individual needs of the children are met within the program guidelines.
  • Utilize sound judgment and discretionary skills in accordance with the Gateway Region YMCA policies.
  • Maintain positive relationships with many diverse people, including staff, parents, volunteers and program site administration and demonstrate strong public relation skills.
  • Ensure YMCA policies and guidelines are followed at all times.
  • Maintain an environment that ensures children's safety and well-being.
  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
  • May serve as support staff based on needs of program participants, ensuring approved levels of support, assistance, and record keeping.
  • All other duties assigned.

Camp Counselor - 18 years old +
  • Ensure individual needs of campers are met and supported
  • Responsible for an assigned group of 12 campers
  • Develop, prepare and implement camp curriculum and special events.
  • Responsible for ensuring diverse program experiences for campers each day
  • Actively participate in all trainings, program activities, special events and swimming
  • Review and understand campers enrollment information and individual needs
  • Ensure safety is priority in all aspects of the camp program
  • Assist with transportation support as needed.
  • Provide opportunities to build self-help and independence skills
  • Assist and substitute as needed in any camp role or camp area with flexibility and positive attitude
  • Demonstrate Teamwork through personal interaction amongst all staff
  • Maintain confidentiality and accurately prepare and provide proper records, documentation and files
  • Communicate professionally and accurately with YMCA staff, participants and families.
  • Keep current on new program activities or special events to assist and enhance programs

Camp Counselor-16 & 17 years old
  • Ensure individual needs of campers are met and supported
  • Responsible for an assigned group of 12 campers within view at all times of 18+ Counselor/Director
  • Develop, prepare and implement camp curriculum and special events.
  • Responsible for ensuring diverse program experiences for campers each day.
  • Actively participate in all training, program activities, special events and swimming.
  • Will not utilize mechanical tools, equipment or ladders
  • Review and understand campers enrollment information and individual needs
  • Ensure safety is priority in all aspects of the camp program

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 16 years of age
  • Experience working with children.
  • At least 1 year of attending or working at Day Camp program- preferred
  • Ability to relate to children, parents, branch staff members and volunteers
  • Become CPR/First Aid Certified within established YMCA timeline and YMCA required training.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
  • 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
  • Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
  • Discounts on YMCA programs
  • Discounts on YMCA Childcare
GATEWAY REGION YMCA

Job Tags

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