What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor- Camp Cristina YMCA position at TAMPA METROPOLITAN AREA YMCA INC?
Under the direction of the Camp Director, the Summer Camp Counselor will assist with providing supervision and instruction for children ages 5-12. The Summer Camp Counselor will assist the Activity Instructor facilitate structured activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safety and Risk Management
Ensures all Tampa Y summer camp standards and best practices are implemented and followed. Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.
Ensures the health and safety of all children.
Assists in inspecting classrooms and grounds to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.
Assists in monitoring meals and snacks periods, classroom and restroom activities, and playground activities to ensure a safe environment for young children.
Assists in conducting health checks on children for health concerns, including ringworm, head lice or other health conditions and reports immediately to the Summer Camp Director.
Responsible for supervising a camp group.
Program Quality and Growth
Assists Activity Instructors with implementing lesson plans, daily enrichment activities to promote individual child development.
Assists in preparing materials and supplies for planned activities.
Arranges classrooms for program activities to provide a proper learning environment.
Takes charge of a group of children and assists in the monitoring of children during all activities where adult help is needed.
Assists in reporting suspected child abuse and neglect to state agency.
Be willing and able to complete other duties as directed by supervisor.
Provides direct supervision of campers.
Leadership
Assist with the following:
Follow proper staffing and ratios within the summer camp program at all times.
Creating and maintaining meaningful and impactful relationships with the families, supervisor and colleagues
Attends and participates in workshops, in-service training and other meetings to acquire and disseminate information.
