Camp Teen Leadership Staff

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties • Gig Harbor, WA

7h • $480 - $510 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Camp Teen Leadership
Staff to join our team.

Would you like to change lives by providing an amazing experience for every
camper?

At Camp Seymour, you get to teach kids self-reliance, a love for nature and the
outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character
and leadership – all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, talent
shows, and meaningful relationships.

As an Camp Teen Leadership Staff, you will provide constructive, responsible
guidance, and leadership for a group of campers. If hired, you will spend time
with your cabin group on camp property. You will be expected to supervise staff
and ensure campers are being safe, making connections, and having a great time.

The Camp Teen Leadership Staff lives and works in a cabin/yurt, with a
co-leader, to provide constructive, responsible leadership and guidance for a
group of 10-12 teens ages 13-17. Leads backpacking and water based trips.
Develops camper character and values; fosters community, encourages group
leadership, and develops stewardship. Facilitates group discussions and
activities related to values, leadership, and self-awareness. Provides a quality
experience to campers & families focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect,
responsibility, and caring. Represents the YMCA and self in a professional
manner of safety and fun.

Requirements

• A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• One or more seasons of related experience required.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
• Required: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.
• Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• One or more seasons of related experience required.
• Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that fosters fun, safety and meaningful experiences for all campers.
• Work with Assistant Director of Teens and Trips to facilitate teen leadership programs.
• Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp’s teen leadership programs.
• Supervise, engage and build community with campers.
• Lead safe, programmed, skill building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers.  Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Staff Manual.
• Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by “leave no trace” guidelines.
• Work with Teen and Trips Director to facilitate teen leadership programs.
• Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp's teen leadership programs.
• Supervise, engage and build community with campers.
• Lead safe, programmed, skill building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers. Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Adventure Manual.
• Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by "leave no trace" guidelines.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
• Staff will be responsible for frequent touchpoint cleaning and sanitizing in specific areas.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 40 hours/week with Saturday and Sunday’s off
• Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
• Build lasting connections and employment experience
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked
• This is a Residential position that includes room and board.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed