Job Details
Job Location
Camp ELK Wrightwood area - Wrightwood, CA
Position Type
Part Time
Salary Range
16.50 - $18.89 Hourly
Description
Responsible to provide support in a variety of tasks and programs across departments. The position is flexible in nature and may include job duties related to program counselor, maintenance, food service, driving trips, and errands. There is limited responsibility for supervision of youth and coordination of activities at camp.
- Looking to start immediately and run through the end of August.
Starting Pay : $18.50 / hourly
Responsibilities / Duties :
Assistant CookSafe food preparation, cleaning and service.May bake, cook, fry, boil, broil, roast, BBQ, and steam food.Wash, clean, and disinfect in all areas of food service, handling and cooking.Inspect kitchen and dining hall, ensure no hazards are present, and set boundaries.Support foodservice including dishwashing, cleaning and food preparation. Maintenance TechIdentify maintenance and housekeeping needs.Perform maintenance & custodial tasks on time and with attention to detail.Perform preventative maintenance tasks on time and with attention to detail.Maintain maintenance and custodial supplies.Assist maintenance staff in minor repairs around camp as directed.Assist with cleaning of buildings and maintaining of trails and grounds. Program CounselorLive in the cabin with the campers serving as a role model and support system.Provide supervision and assistance in all aspects of the camper's daily routine including but not limited to : meals, cabin clean up, camper hygiene, rest hour, and behavior management.Responsible for facilitating and supervising a safe and fun program environment.Create and implement a productive activity program suitable to the interest and ability of each camper.Develop and implement curriculum that enhances the camper's experience.Inspect activity areas, ensure no hazards are present, and set boundaries.Provide an inventory list of all program items at the beginning and end of each camp session.Follow standards (safety and programming) set forth by ACA (American Camping Association)Follow and enforce YMCA Camp E.L.K. policies and procedures, safety standards and rules at all times.Carry out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical, and professional manner.Display professionalism with proper hygiene.Arrive on time and be prepared for all activities.Report all accidents, illnesses and incidents to the Camp Director, Camp Coordinator and / or Camp Health Center Staff in a timely manner.Fill in for other staff as needed to ensure smooth camp-wide operations.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications : The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties & responsibilities of this position. Please note that the minimum qualifications may vary based upon the department size and / or geographic location.
Education & Certification :
First Aid and CPR certifications (will be able to obtain during staff training).Experience & Background :
Must be 18 years of age.Skills & Abilities :
Excellent leadership and communication skills.Able to aid in facilitating an empowering organized program through teaching, encouragement, and support.Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.Willing and able to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment on a daily basis.Able to apply behavior management techniques to ensure a caring, positive, and fun experience for all campers (as covered in staff training).Leadership Competencies :
Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.Collaboration : Works effectively with people of different background, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound judgment, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.Physical Demands :
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to :
Ability to sit / move around actively for extended periods while remaining alert.Ability to see and hear distress signals.Frequently required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, stand, walk, sit, reach with hands, and arms.The employee must be able to push, lift, pull, and / or move up to 40 lbs.See, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and / or other customers.Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipmentPossess the ability to think logically, be detail-oriented, and accurate.Travel as required to meet accountabilities.
Salary : $17 - $19
