Summer Camp Outreach Lead

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Summer Camp Outreach Lead is responsible for supporting the social inclusion of Summer Day Camp program participants (ages 5 to 13). This includes provision of quality, fun, inclusive and safe care of all campers.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Delivery

• Assist with in-take interviews with participants and their families/guardians.
• Responsible for following a schedule of supporting children as assigned.
• Actively participate in scheduled outings, swimming, gym, classroom and outdoor time.
• Spend time with children that require additional social inclusion support.
• Provide 1:1 support for campers as needed.
• Identify barriers to full camper participation and work with team to find solutions.
• Maintain appropriate documentation in relation to providing social inclusion support.
• Ensure that all strategies, which are implemented, are compatible with all YMCA programs/polices.
• Collaboration with fellow YMCA staff members.
• Model appropriate interactions/participation with peers.
• Perform in a fast-paced environment with confidence, maturity, and enthusiasm.
• Develop a healthy rapport with children, their families, and the public, maintaining open communication.
• Inform the Camp Leadership Team of any program changes, problems, and/ or concerns immediately
• Assists to ensure a safe and secure program environment for all.

Safety of Participants

• Adherence to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures ensuring a safe environment for children/young people, and vulnerable persons; taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Ensure YMCA ‘SAM’ and Brand Standards are met and exceeded, maintaining neat, tidy, and safe camp program spaces and equipment at all times.
• Read and Sign off on the YMCA Staff and Volunteer Guide and the Child Protection Policy and Procedures document.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend mandatory staff meetings and YMCA training events.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Student entering or continuing full time post secondary studies.
• Preferred qualification of enrolment in an undergraduate university degree or college diploma in a relevant field of study such as Therapeutic Recreation, Child and Youth Studies, Psychology, Education, Social Work, Kinesiology- and/or equivalent level of training & work experience with children and youth
• Minimum 1-2 years related experience volunteering or working with children and youth
• Previous training and/or experience in implementing behavior management strategies considered an asset.
• Uses a person-centered approach, is trauma informed and responsive.
• Have demonstrated interest and knowledge of working with newcomer children and children who have additional needs
• Be able to effectively provide support to newcomer children and children who have additional needs and have a good knowledge of inclusion strategies, adapting activities, behavior management and community resources.
• Have the ability to develop and access a variety of resources and a working knowledge of recreation program planning to meet the needs of all program participants.Previous camp experience is seen as an asset.
• Experience and / or training in child development, children’s programs, and youth recreation is seen as an asset.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong customer service experience.
• A Social Development Check and Clear vulnerable sector and Criminal Record Check are mandatory for this role

We encourage those who would be enthusiastic about the role but may have experience that does not exactly match with the qualifications listed to apply, letting us know why your skills would be a great fit in your cover letter.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Child and Youth Focused: Committed to assisting in the growth and development among children.

Teamwork: Actively helps promote teamwork with all camp counsellors, supervisors, managers, and the Director; and encourages open relationships to achieve highly organizational effectiveness.

Diversity: Appreciates that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring a richness to the YMCA.

Initiative: Does the right thing at the right time without being asked.

Inclusiveness: Creates an environment where all people can be their authentic self and actively participate.

Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive relationships both with campers and their families, as well as camp staff and all the employees of the YMCA of Fredericton to achieve work related goals.

Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear, and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA.

Professionalism & Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behavior at all times and maintains high ethical standards.

Fun: A core value of the Fredericton YMCA, provides a safe and enjoyable experience for all campers and their families.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be physically capable of performing the physical tasks required for the program(s) being delivered.
• Noise level may be loud occasionally.
• May be required to respond to emergency situations within program(s) being delivered.
• This is a 9 week summer student position (June 17-August 23)
• 40 hours weekly during camp hours (8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday)

Please send a resume and cover letter to elizabeth.kearns@ymcafredericton.org. Thank you.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 9 weeks

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• English not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-03
Expected start date: 2024-06-17