Summer Camp Counselor

TWO RIVERS YMCA•Moline, IL

1d•$15

About The Position

Our staff provide a nurturing environment and emphasize the development of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility to children K-6th throughout the Illinois Quad Cities. Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Youth Leader and/or Extension Coordinator, the general function of this position is to assist with the responsibilities in running successful summer camp programs. As a seasonal position they are limited to working between the months May-August. They will possess full knowledge of Y philosophy, workings of a program locations and groups, and understand character development as the chief mission of the Y and personally exhibits a commitment to this in all Y operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of parents, students, administrators, and staff.
Ability to perform simple math calculations such as addition, subtract, multiplication and division.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclustions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
CPR/AED for infant, child and adult, Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention, other required trainings, and complete a Medical Exam and TB Test.
Strong human relations skills required.

Nice To Haves

One year working with youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains current CPR/AED and other required trainings and certifications.
Assist in the implementation of weekly lesson plans and curriculum.
Monitors and ensures the safety of the children at all times.
Greet and develop a courteous relationship with program participants, program parents and guardians, and the general public by using Listen First Skills.
Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
Assist in serving meals and snacks to our program participants.
Keep all program areas safe and clean.
Resolve conflict and discipline issues with program participants.
Be able to supervise and participate in program activities with program participants.
Ensure Y Mission, Character Values and 40 Developmental Assets are a part of your daily activities.
Arrive to work on time with your nametag, proper attire, Y staff shirt, and a positive attitude.
Maintain a professional image of the Y in the facility and the community.
Use the Paylocity time clock system to log your work hours, notify supervisor of any errors or missed punches.
Work as a team with other Y staff members.
Enforce Y Code of Conduct and all rules and information found in the staff training guide.
Report Incidents by using the proper forms to the Coordinators and Directors.
Other duties may be assigned.