Summer Camp Site Leader - Roxborough YMCA

Company: Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!

Your Impact:

The Summer Camp Site Leader is responsible for the activities and personnel in providing a positive camping experience for a group or site. Planning and implementing programs and activities appropriate for a specific group or site. Ensure safety and well-being of campers. Supervise campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

Y Work for the Y:

• Free YMCA gym membership.
• Flexible work schedule available.
• Discounted YMCA programs after meeting the eligibility requirements.
• Eligible for a 12% company contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after meeting the requirements.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional training and development.
• Fun, collaborative, and mission driven environment. What Qualifications You'll Need:
  • At least 18 years old.
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
  • Experience working with children and at least two seasons working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
  • Ability to lead and motivate a team.
  • Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations. What You'll Do:
    • Monitor and train staff to ensure effective implementation of programs and activities. Ensure staff adherence to all policies and procedures. Coach and train staff in providing quality camping experience.
    • Plan and oversee the implementation of a variety of camp activities; ensure activities are age appropriate and contribute to the overall growth and development of the campers.
    • Ability to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior.
    • Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid the risk of accidents.
    • Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
    • Embody the GPY commitment to diversity and inclusion, no matter race, color, creed, or gender identification. Visit https://www.philaymca.org/about/careers for more information.
      
      The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
      
      Other details
      • Job Family Child Care/Day Camp
      • Pay Type Hourly
      • Min Hiring Rate $14.50
      • Max Hiring Rate $16.50
        
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