10-15 camp coordinator

Old Colony YMCA•Plymouth, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to have fun this summer and make a difference working with kids? Every summer, Old Colony YMCA works with hundreds of children in fun and educational summer outdoor day camp programs. We are looking for you to be a role model and guide campers through activities! Guide and inspire campers aged 10 through 15 year olds through exciting and educational outdoor activities. Mandatory training days: Branch dependent. Work schedule: Monday-Friday (no weekends), with shifts from 8:45 to 4:15PM with the opportunity for extra hours. Overseeing staff and children with in required age group Helping support children of all abilities

Requirements

Minimum age requirement: 18 years old by June 1st.
Up-to-date physical and immunizations (Same as required for school).
Strong communication skills: ability to read, write, talk, see, and hear.
Ability to lead age-appropriate games and activities.
Creativity and resourcefulness are highly valued!
Must be at least 18 years old
Minimum of 6 months to 1 year previous experience in camp or school-age programs or in teaching
Certification if required for specialties ie. ropes, waterfront etc.
Good interpersonal communication skills
Evidence of physical examination every two years
Negative Mantoux TB test and immunity for measles, mumps, and rubella
Certification of good health from a physician
Must be able to walk around camp all day as well as stand, stoop and sit