Counselor in Training (CIT) Instructor-CATL

Montclair YMCA•Montclair, NJ

2d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Summer Camp Director, the Counselor in Training (CIT) Instructor oversees a group of assigned counselors in training, ensuring a healthy and positive summer program. OUR CULTURE: At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age
Must have a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification or get certified within 90 days of employment
Knowledge of creating lessons plans
Reliable transportation
Must have knowledge of crafts, group organizational and communication skills
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of the YMCA and its capacity to build strong kids, families, and communities. The ability to articulate and model YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibilities are essential

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and health of all Counselors in Training accordance with applicable NJ requirements through proper supervision
Implement lesson plan activities as directed
Maintain all equipment and property, minimizing damage. Inform director if new equipment is needed or equipment is in need of repair
Communicate positively and enthusiastically with CIT’s, parents and staff and volunteers
Treat each CIT with dignity and respect
Provide directions to co-instructors and participants
Report all accidents and incidents involving self, participants, guests or other employees
Familiar with and able to implement emergency procedures
Ensure cleanliness of facility or property
Actively participate during swim time by serving as a lookout on the dock
Have a watch with/on you at all times to ensure that you keep track of activity periods. Cell Phones may NOT be used in lieu of a watch.
Demonstrate and model the YMCA’s four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Exhibit personal and professional behavior in a manner consistent with the best interests of the Association, so as not to bring discredit to the Association
Perform such other job-relation duties as may be periodically assigned by the Supervisor
Cooperate, work effectively and congenially with all YMCA staff members, volunteers and members of the Association
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.
Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked, will routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker rooms and rest-rooms) etc.