Camp Counselor

Boothbay Region YMCA • Boothbay Harbor, ME

17d • Onsite

About The Position

For over 65 years, the Boothbay Region YMCA has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for all. There is not a more exciting, cause-driven organization to belong to, raise a family in, work or volunteer for, or donate. Our connections to our community hold us together, offer support, and give us an important sense of belonging. The Boothbay Region YMCA, with an operating budget of $2.4M and nearly 100 staff, is a thriving non-profit organization serving more than 3,200 members and program participants with a range of activities. Emphasizing the four core character development values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we are committed to strengthening our communities by nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. We deliver subsidized services to adults and families in need and deserving children of the Boothbay region.

Position Summary:
This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit to strengthen the community.

Requirements

• CPR and First Aid certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Team player, with superb interpersonal skills. An ability to work with co-workers and the public in a positive and friendly manner and resolve conflicts as needed.
• Self-starter with the ability to multi-task, work independently, and adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• 15+ years old.
• High School degree or GED or working towards completion of high school.
• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, run, bend, and lift.
• The employee is also required to use hands and fingers to operate a standard computer keyboard or tablet; use a computer, mouse, printer, and copier; and speak and hear using a telephone.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee will lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• The employee must have the ability to transition from indoor and outdoor environments and withstand drastic changes in temperature and weather.

Responsibilities

• Commits to the YMCA’s mission, vision and values to promote healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development.
• Works with supervisor to create and implement procedures and/or programs and/or curriculum.
• Works with program participants and volunteers to deliver safe, quality programming while adhering to all standards.
• Assists supervisor in creating a welcoming and positive atmosphere where campers feel supported as they develop confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Supervise and actively engages with participants with a patient and kind demeanor, fostering appropriate behavior management, and embracing working with youth in quick-to-change environments.
• Promptly shares any camper related concerns or behavioral issues with supervisor to ensure participants well being
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and connects participants to the YMCA.
• Maintains a clean and safe program environment.
• As a Mandated Reporter, recognizes signs of abuse or neglect and reports to supervisor and the appropriate authorities.
• Performs other tasks and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• The health and wellness of our staff is paramount, so we foster a culture of healthy living amongst our team and offer a YMCA membership and program discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED