Summer Day Camp Group Leader Atrium Family YMCA

Day Camp Group Leader

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt. Pay: $13.00/hour. Status:
Full-Time & Part-Time (Seasonal). Department:
Day Camp.

Reports to:

Day Camp Coordinator.

Under the direction of the Day Camp Coordinator and in accordance with the Christian mission and purpose of the Great Miami Valley YMCA Association, the Day Camp Group Leader is responsible for the social, physical, spiritual, and mental development of each child within their care. In accordance with ODJFS and “Step Up to Quality” standards, he or she will also be responsible for the implementation of all activities, as well as keeping the safety and well-being of the children as a first priority.

The Great Miami Valley YMCA is known as a Mission-Driven, Values Based organization. Our staff are expected to be knowledgeable of and devoted to the Y’s Mission, Purpose (Strengthening the Foundations of Community), Values (Faith, Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility), and Personality (Welcoming, Nurturing, Genuine, Hopeful, Determined). We pride ourselves in being a supportive, learning, and fun environment with a commitment to Mission, Leadership, and Excellence as the cornerstones of our culture.

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

To strengthen our community by providing opportunities to serve children, individuals, and families in a safe environment which encourages all to live healthy lives and to exhibit positive character values such as faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

• Flexible work schedule
• Free memberships
• Program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons, and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings (after vested) and optional 403B retirement savings plan.

• Implements high-quality, childcare programs and activities for assigned groups.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and camp regulations as they relate to program areas.
• Ensures YMCA standards are met, safety procedures are followed, and ensures the safety and well-being of children as a first priority.
• Interacts with children on their individual levels of development.
• Helps to develop and implement weekly lesson plans that are effective and fit children’s needs, interests, and developmental levels.
• Assists with distributing meals and snacks that meet all nutritional guidelines and completes necessary documentation.
• Helps to manage and control program budget and ensures program operates within budget and program fees are collected.
• Implements marketing for childcare programs that positively impact the attendance registration of these programs.
• Assists in responding to all agency, parent, and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Documents and reports to the Day Camp Coordinator any special needs or problems of an individual child, staff, or parent(s).
• Assists with maintaining the appearance of the classroom/outside areas which includes keeping supplies, materials, and equipment in the rooms in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Attends staff meetings and ongoing training.
• Drives the Well Being Promise and initiatives;
  Create intentional focus on Achievement, Relationships, and Belonging through all communication including marketing, emails, and phone calls to members, participants, and the community;
  Carries out the Well Being expectations of the most welcoming place on earth.
• Connects with staff, parents, and children through A  (achievement, belonging and relationships.

• Mission Advancement:
  Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and…