Little Camp Counselor, Springfield YMCA
About The Position
The Springfield YMCA is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated camp counselors to join our Little Camp program this summer! Help create a fun, safe, and positive environment where campers can build friendships, develop teamwork skills, and make lasting memories. Responsible for assisting in implementing and evaluating the daily operations of the Out of School Time program in conjunction with the OST Parent Handbook and Policies and Procedures Manual. Uphold the YMCA Mission at all times, focusing on the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 18.
- A high school diploma or General education Certificate and 2 years (2500 hours) documented experience working with children.
- Strong Leadership and Communication Skills.
- A commitment to continuous quality program improvements.
- Certifications: American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED and Pediatric First Aid within 15 days of hire.
- Completion of required trainings. Attaining all trainings as required by the Community YMCA, the center’s Keystone STARS level and DHS within the required timeframe.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Responsibilities
- Utilize the current PA Early Learning Standards to: plan, implement, assess and evaluate the daily operations of the classroom, using child needs and assessments as a guide to planning.
- Offering activities that meet the emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development of each individual child, establishing goals and maintaining child portfolios while implementing culturally diverse experiences.
- Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all children on a daily basis; ensuring the classroom environment and outdoor areas are well supervised and in good condition.
- Using positive guidance techniques outlined in the parent handbook, that incorporate the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility when working with children, families and coworkers.
- Establishing and maintaining positive and productive relationships with families, keeping parents/guardians well informed regarding the child’s growth and development, offering family resources and utilizing all communication resources.
- Ensuring Aides are included in the planning, implementing and evaluation of the daily program activities.
- Maintaining all paperwork (attendance, developmental screenings, child assessments, accident/incident reports, monthly reports, annual professional goals and assessments), and submit to the Child Care Office in a timely manner.
- Attending all staff meetings and family events as instructed by the Center Director
- Maintaining a professional appearance and attitude that reflects the YMCA at all times, upholding the policies outlined in the YMCA Personnel Policy handbook and Child Care Parent Handbook.
- Perform the Group Supervisor duties in their absence.
- Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the success of the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
