Camp Specialty Leader - Parkville
About The Position
As a Camp Specialty Leader for Y Camp, you will plan and lead full-day curriculum based camp programming & activities for campers in the specialty area. You will creatively organize all specialty activities to ensure that appropriate equipment and materials are efficiently used while campers experience a high quality, fun camper experience. You’ll supervise camp associates and campers and may work at multiple camps within the same area. As a Camp Specialty Leader, you’ll contribute to the Y movement by providing experiences that lead to a summer of adventure and a lifetime of memories.
Requirements
- An interest in the well-being of camp age children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit
- The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children parents/guardians, members and other Y associates
- The knowledge, skills and ability to facilitate, teach and/or supervise a specialty area activities
- The ability to be flexible and work at multiple locations
- All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead full-day curriculum based camp programming & activities for campers in the specialty area.
- Creatively organize all specialty activities to ensure that appropriate equipment and materials are efficiently used while campers experience a high quality, fun camper experience.
- Supervise camp associates and campers
- Work at multiple camps within the same area.
Benefits
- flexible schedules
- competitive pay
- generous paid time off
- medical, dental and vision benefits
- dependent care FSA
- generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund
- opportunities for career advancement
- training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
