$380/week and Free Room and Board!Responsible for the health, safety, fun, and all other aspects of staff children at camp.RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To ensure that designated staff children are properly cared in both physical health and mental health and create a healthy living environment and model healthy living habits; including proper nutrition, exercise, and sleep habits.
- Will assist in Day Camp programming when staff children are participating.
- To be familiar with the Camp Gorham staff manual.
- To follow all rules, policies, and procedures proscribed in the staff manual.
- To maintain clean cabin area and surrounding area.
- To assist in all aspects of assigned Program Area; including ensuring safety of staff's children, and implementing proper and productive instruction.
- Carry out other duties as assigned to assure the overall success of the camp and its programs.
RequirementsLEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
- Uses best practices, guidelines, and industry standards as a framework to improve performance.
- Demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology associated with the job.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have experience with camp and working with children.
- Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer required; certifications must be valid/current before the first day of staff training and throughout the duration of your seasonal employment.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Person must possess values consistent with the mission of the YMCA.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and transport equipment from one location to another.
- Ability to visibly observe children.
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time.
- Ability to demonstrate and lead activities.
- Ability to hear distress signals even when distracted by noise and activity.
- Ability to reason, solve problems and make sound decisions even when distracted by
- noise and activity.
- Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme heat
- and humidity.
- Observe and promote safety and security procedures.
Salary Description $380/week