What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gymnastics Junior Camp Counselor position at Countryside Ymca?
POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Junior Gymnastics Camp Counselor will be in direct supervision of a group of children and will be responsible for planning activities for that group of children on a daily basis.
EDUCATION AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Minimum 16 years of age. CPR and First Aid Certifications required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Helps campers of varied ages have fun, learn, explore, and make new friends in camp activities including Gymnastics, Ninja and Cheer.
- Assist in implementing program activities in the assigned area.
- Help campers adjust and grow in skills and in relationships with one another
- Support a safe and healthy environment for all campers - follow all safety policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Interact with the campers at all times, participate in activities alongside the campers
- Participate in all camp-wide activities and special events
- Participate in staff trainings, meetings, and conferences as required
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Be available to work from the week before camp begins for training to the end of the final week of the season
- Ability to work well with others; take guidance and direction; be enthusiastic, patient, and flexible
- Knowledge of basic skills required to teach and/or supervise gymnastics campers
- Able to effectively communicate with children and parents
- Understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to Y character development
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time in a variety of settings and weather conditions
- Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
- Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
- Must have visual acuity to observe all children
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
