Family Services Winter Camp Specialty Counselor-Aventura

The YMCA of South Florida•Hallandale Beach, FL

26d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Specialty Counselor is responsible for the overall operations and program management of the Specialty Curriculum including participant and parent relationships, supervision of participants, creation of program activities and keeping track of supplies. In addition, the individual in this position is responsible for ensuring that the program adheres to the YMCA of South Florida’s Risk Management policies and procedures. Essential Functions / Job Duties: Develops and plans age-appropriate activities for the Specialty Components to include but not limited to Mini Master Chef (Cooking), Arts and Crafts, Science, Yoga, Fitness Specialties, etc. Develops lesson plans for the Specialty Camp. Ensures compliance with requirements; including staffing appropriately and monitoring day-to-day operations, activities, curriculum planning, programming implementation, and to ensure use of mandatory curricula. Implements well-organized and well-varied activities. Creates a positive atmosphere, which boosts self-esteem and general self-concept of all participants. Communicates clearly and regularly with parents about the program and their child’s participation. Partners with facility personnel to ensure cohesive relationship is maintained and facility is used properly. Monitors equipment and facilities for safety and security purposes. Works with the Program Director to ensure that all standards required, and the YMCA are complied with fully. Maintains close communication with Program Director of all issues concerning the program. Upholds all YMCA policies and Risk Management / Safety procedures which require reporting all incidents and accidents within 24 hours to the Program Director/corporate office. Communicates all programmatic issues and information immediately to supervisor. Documents behavior issues and/or incidents daily, as needed. Ensures that the proper staff to child ratios are always maintained and reports discrepancies to the Director, as needed. Demonstrates, model and gear program to the needs of individual children with concerns for their interests, disabilities, special talents, and developmentally appropriate activities. Other duties as assigned. YMCA COMPETENCIES (i.e. Leader, Team Leader, Multi-Team / Branch Leader): Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program and fundraising leadership levels. Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others. Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement. Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED
Experience with Specialty Areas Assigned
Must be at least 18 years of age.
A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience with school aged children
Ability to relate to both children and adults; understand, practice and model YMCA Character Development values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
Must be able to implement curriculums and provide instruction to participants at a basic level,
Must excel in both written and verbal communication.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact with individuals at all levels,
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Must complete 45-hour childcare course within the first year of employment.
Outgoing personality.
Strong communication skills (verbal and writing).
Innate desire to provide excellent customer service.
Being in good physical health with full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye/hand coordination.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Responsibilities

Develops and plans age-appropriate activities for the Specialty Components to include but not limited to Mini Master Chef (Cooking), Arts and Crafts, Science, Yoga, Fitness Specialties, etc.
Develops lesson plans for the Specialty Camp.
Ensures compliance with requirements; including staffing appropriately and monitoring day-to-day operations, activities, curriculum planning, programming implementation, and to ensure use of mandatory curricula.
Implements well-organized and well-varied activities.
Creates a positive atmosphere, which boosts self-esteem and general self-concept of all participants.
Communicates clearly and regularly with parents about the program and their child’s participation.
Partners with facility personnel to ensure cohesive relationship is maintained and facility is used properly.
Monitors equipment and facilities for safety and security purposes.
Works with the Program Director to ensure that all standards required, and the YMCA are complied with fully. Maintains close communication with Program Director of all issues concerning the program.
Upholds all YMCA policies and Risk Management / Safety procedures which require reporting all incidents and accidents within 24 hours to the Program Director/corporate office.
Communicates all programmatic issues and information immediately to supervisor.
Documents behavior issues and/or incidents daily, as needed.
Ensures that the proper staff to child ratios are always maintained and reports discrepancies to the Director, as needed.
Demonstrates, model and gear program to the needs of individual children with concerns for their interests, disabilities, special talents, and developmentally appropriate activities.
Other duties as assigned.