Camper Support Coordinator

YMCA Of Greater Seattle • Eastsound, WA

109d • $115 - $139

About The Position

Camper Support Coordinators provide direct support to campers who need extra support while at camp, and work with other camp staff to create plans to support campers. They are responsible for supporting the mental, emotional and social health needs of campers, with the aim of helping everyone to feel safe, happy, and comfortable while ensuring the supervision and safety of campers at all times. Camper Support Coordinators are supervised by the Camper Support Director and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 18 years old or older.
• Current certifications in CPR and First Aid.
• 1-2 years of experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, nannying, coaching.
• Ability to participate in activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, and swimming.
• Ability to relate to parents/caregivers, campers, and staff in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• Work or life experience or education in social work, mental health counseling or related fields.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and assists with specific camper supervision.
• Ensures that all staff are accounting for campers and safety at all times, especially campers who need extra support.
• Works closely with unit directors, assistant directors, medical team staff, and cabin counselors providing resources, suggestions, and direct support for campers who need extra attention due to behavior, health (mental and physical), or life circumstance.
• Communicates directly with parents, guardians, or case workers pro- and re-actively to gain insight for working with specific campers and to give updates on the campers' experience.
• Maintains high standards of housekeeping including bathrooms, cabins and main lodge.
• Assists in keeping all program equipment in working condition and available.
• Assists in maintaining all program areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Maintains detailed reports and accounts of all work with campers, families, and staff.
• Communicates personal or camper/staff needs to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attends meeting and trainings.
• Responds to mental, emotional, or social health-related emergencies.
• Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and corrective action situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle.
• Free access to mental health resources.
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees