Arts & Earth Program Counselor

YMCA Of Greater Seattle • Eastsound, WA

86d • $75 - $90

About The Position

Arts and Earth (A&E) Program Counselors facilitate and supervise our arts studio, earth sciences programs, and our Marine Salmon Center for all campers and participants at Camp Orkila on beautiful Orcas Island, WA. This includes art projects, visiting our saltwater touch tank, 'Life in the Forest' (an energetic tag game), archery, beach walks, and tactile activities like Rope Bridge and Geodome. When not working in their assigned program area, an Arts & Earth Program Counselor provides supervision and enrichment to a specific group of campers. Arts & Earth Program Counselors ensure the supervision and safety of campers at all times. During staff training, Arts & Earth Program Counselors are supervised by Unit Directors and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current certifications in CPR and First Aid.
• 1-2 years of experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, nannying, coaching.
• Demonstrated experience planning and implementing group activities.
• Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming.
• Ability to relate to parents/caregivers, campers, and staff in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and assists with specific camper supervision.
• Ensures that all campers are accounted for and safe at all times.
• Develops lesson plans, teaches, and facilitates arts and crafts, marine and earth sciences programs that are developmentally appropriate and which promote camper skill and character development.
• Leads and assists with facilitation of all-camp special events.
• Provides leadership and supervision to any developing teen leaders placed with the program.
• Maintains high standards of housekeeping including bathrooms, cabins and main lodge.
• Assists in keeping all program equipment in working condition and available.
• Assists in maintaining all program areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Communicates personal or camper needs to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Assists in camper check-in or check-out off site.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household.
• Free access to mental health resources.
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees