What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Camp Coordinator position at YMCA of Honolulu?
COMPENSATION:
$410 / Weekly
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Day Camp Coordinator assists Day Camp Director with programming, check in/out procedures and with any behavioral issues that may arise. This position has housing provided. A great fit for one of the Day Camp positions is somebody with supervisory experience, multiple years of summer camp experience and great report with former supervisors. The Coordinator must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 5 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. The Day Camp Director should have experience in leading and motivating staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Plans and leads age and developmentally appropriate learning experiences in a classroom or group setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Interacts with children and provides proper supervision of children at all times.
- Provides careful supervision and guidance to assigned Program Aides. Ensures Program Aides who are under 18 years of age are never left alone to supervise or monitor youth participants.
- Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y.
- Provides assistance with homework (depending on program) and encourages academic progress.
- Conducts ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child (depending on program).
- Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understands positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth.
- Facilitates a program environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children.
- Promotes a team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others. Maintains on-going communication with the supervisor.
- Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferences
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Lifeguard Certification
- Bus Driver Certification
- Supervisory Experience
- Prior Summer Camp Experience
- Peer Leadership
- High Ropes Certification required
- Experience working with children
- CPR/AED & First Aid required
- TB test required
Salary : $410
