Leader I - Day Camp

YMCA of the East Valley • Highland, CA

11d

About The Position

This position supports the YMCA’s work to strengthen community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Leader I provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. The role creates positive, nurturing relationships with children and cooperative relationships with parents and caregivers, promotes the potential of all youth, and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the camp experience.

The role plans and implements culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate activities consistent with YMCA values; upholds safety, cleanliness, and program standards; attends staff meetings and trainings; and follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those concerning medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies. The Leader I communicates effectively with parents, children, and staff, models relationship-building skills, and performs other duties as assigned.

Candidates must meet applicable background-check requirements, including employment and personal references, fingerprinting, and physical examinations where required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires the ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities in a variety of outdoor and indoor settings.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with children; experience in a day camp setting is preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Obtain CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications and complete Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in a range of activities in outdoor and indoor settings.
• Meet applicable background-check requirements, including employment and personal references, fingerprinting, and physical examinations where required.

Nice To Haves

• One year or more of college.
• Experience in one or more of these areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs or music, skits, sports, aquatics, or recreational games.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of children.
• Plan and implement culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate program activities consistent with YMCA values.
• Adhere to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• Cultivate positive relationships and maintain effective communication with parents, children, and other staff.
• Model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED