Counselor - Specialist

YMCA of Northern Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

107d • $425 - $438

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Counselor - Specialist at the YMCA of Northern Utah maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families. This is a seasonal position.
Mill Hollow: Before the season starts, counselors will be assigned into their specialized areas. The specialized areas are: Adventure (2 openings), Archery, Arts and Crafts, Bushwack, Gardening, and Sports. Camp Roger: Before the season starts, counselors will be assigned into their specialized areas. The specialized areas are: Orienteering, Archery, Arts and Crafts, Outdoor Cooking, STEM, Mountain Biking, Theatre, Nature, Survival, and Circus.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred
• Meets minimum age standards as established by state law and/or the Y
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required; will be provided in training if candidate does not have current certification
• Previous experience working with children in a camp setting preferred
• Previous experience in one or more areas of camp programming
• Previous experience working with diverse populations
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children in a camp setting preferred
• Previous experience in one or more areas of camp programming

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains as high quality curriculum that promotes safety, engagement, connection and creativity with all age groups the camp serves
• Curriculum will be based on specialty area requirements
• Work alongside a Cabin Leader to care for and supervise a group of children each week
• Curriculum for the program must relate to the environment camp is set in
• Advise Camp leadership on any nature equipment/supplies that are needed
• Conduct regular inventory checks to ensure enough program supplies are ready for any given camp session
• Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records
• Nurtures youth through purposeful programming; plans activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y’s values
• Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; models relationship-building skills in all interactions
• Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences
• Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; connects families to the Y
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
• Work alongside entire camp staff to clean the facility after each week of program ends, tend to cleanliness of facility as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Staff working 15 hours+ per week: 100% off Childcare programming Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options Professional Development Assistance
• Staff working less than 15 hours per week: 50% off Childcare programming Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options Professional Development Assistance
• Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.
• OUR YMCA CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED