Day Camp Counselor - Johnstown

Buckeye Valley Family YMCALiberty Township, OH
5dOnsite

About The Position

Provide direct supervision to a group of children at day camp. Provide quality experience to children and parents focused around the YMCA core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age and possess a high school diploma/GED; some college preferred.
  • Previous demonstrated experience working with children and diverse populations.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, camping, music, skits, sports, aquatics, and/or recreational games.
  • CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Communicable Disease and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise a group of children and ensure all children are comfortable, safe and feel included.
  • Plan, lead and participate in a range of activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA core values.
  • Maintain accurate, complete and timely program records including but not limited to Summer Food Program (SFP) documentation, attendance sheets, sign-in/sign-out records and accident/incident reports.
  • Adhere to program standards including, but not limited to safety and cleanliness.
  • Attend all staff meetings and trainings.
  • Follow all applicable policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
  • Maintain positive relations with parents and other staff. Model relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
  • Serve as a positive role model for youth.
  • Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
  • Participates in required abuse risk management training.
  • Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
  • Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
  • Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
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