Lead Camp Counselor

YMCA OF GREATER SPARTANBURG • Spartanburg, SC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director and Summer Camp coordinators, a Lead Camp Counselor provides direction for the program and classroom, and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring, while putting the quality and safety of our program at the upmost of importance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Operates in ratio of age group assigned and fulfills all of the responsibilities of a counselor plus: Leading Rides in &/or Rides out if coordinator is pulled from that duty. Leading swim lessons for non-swimmers during swim times (assistance given when needed based on ratios). Helps lead weekly camp meetings and trainings. Helps plan components of camp Is a role model for Y policies and practices. Helps perform specific duties on field trips such as bus head counts, checking the field trip in with the destination, carrying camper medication and others as needed Other duties as needed and assigned by Camp Coordinators and Senior Program Director. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. 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. YMCA JOB DESCRIPTION FOR AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Requirements

• Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
• Run, jump, lift, carry, push, as well as any other physical actions that are needed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading Rides in &/or Rides out if coordinator is pulled from that duty.
• Leading swim lessons for non-swimmers during swim times (assistance given when needed based on ratios).
• Helps lead weekly camp meetings and trainings.
• Helps plan components of camp
• Is a role model for Y policies and practices.
• Helps perform specific duties on field trips such as bus head counts, checking the field trip in with the destination, carrying camper medication and others as needed
• Other duties as needed and assigned by Camp Coordinators and Senior Program Director.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed