Camp Horizon Counselor - Seasonal

Responsibilities

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Supervises an assigned group of youth per Department of Health (DOH) mandated ratios.
• Plans and leads activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, and hobbies.
• Enforces camp rules and DOH regulations and ensures safety in the recreational facilities.
• Demonstrates use of recreational equipment and teaches participants the principles, techniques, and safety procedures for each activity.
• Greets new arrivals and introduces them to other campers; explains camp and facility rules.
• Reports camper complaints to leadership and works to resolve issues.
• Maintain records of attendance and parent communication if needed.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.

• Engaging Community:
  Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Ys work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
• Inclusion:
  Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
• Emotional Maturity:
  Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

• Experience, Education, and
  
  Qualifications:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous Experience Working With Children Preferred.
• Must pass reference checks and background screenings, which include fingerprint check and sex offender registry check.
• Trainings &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid.