CAMP COUNSELOR

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF MANKATO•Mankato, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Camp Counselor is responsible for carrying out high-quality educational and recreational experiences for participants that focus on the Mankato Family YMCA core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, respect, and faith. The role is responsible for the general safety, development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in the group. Staff are contracted from May through August, with relatively consistent work schedules.

Requirements

Never convicted of any child abuse including sexual abuse
Experience and/or education in child development, education, human relations, communication, or recreational programs
Ability to plan, lead, organize, and implement school age recreation programs.
Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills with the ability to be flexible and quickly adapt.
Ability and willingness to work with people of diverse populations
Commitment and passion to working with children
Self-motivated and ability to multi-task

Nice To Haves

CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 60 days of hire (YMCA provided)

Responsibilities

Execute the weekly schedule/curriculum designed by the Summer Camp Leadership team, including implementing and participating in high-quality program activities in-group and camp-wide that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA core values.
Enforce appropriate safety measures and positive behavior intervention methods by observing, identifying, and responding to participant’s behavior.
Participate in all training activities provided to support program policies and procedures, personal growth, and skill development.
Maintain positive relations with staff, campers, and camp families.
Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Be a friend and leader to each individual to promote improved camper self-image and good group relationships.
Set a positive example in exercise, attitude, personal habits, and food selection, including promoting good manners at mealtime and encouraging common courtesies.
Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized, and up to cleanliness standards.
Assist in YMCA promotion of the program including photos, videos and other forms of communication.
Make ongoing systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
Communicate with camp leadership about camper’s experiences and report concerns to Camp Leadership/Administration.
Maintain accurate program records including incident reports and daily attendance.
Know, enforce, and follow all safety procedures and emergency action plans associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
Follow all program policy and procedures including Child Abuse Prevention Policies.
Perform all other duties as assigned.