What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist - Outdoor Living Skills position at YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties?
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Program Specialist to join our team.
TheYMCAfocuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As the Outdoor Living Skills Specialist, you will be responsible for designing and implementing lessons that teach campers essential outdoor survival skills, including shelter building, fire safety, and wilderness survival skills. In addition to leading the activities, you will oversee and train other staff members, assigning roles and providing instructions on how to best support the group. Your leadership will ensure a safe, engaging, and educational experience for campers ages 6-13, encouraging a deeper connection to nature.
Key Responsibilities :
- Ensure that program areas are ready for group use prior to group arrival when possible.
- Know and enforce rules as necessary to ensure safe use of program areas.
- Maintain good public relations with participants and fellow staff, representing the best interests of the YMCA while providing excellent customer service at every opportunity.
- Work with Senior Group Programs Director to create a schedule to meet the needs of each group every weekend.
- Assist with booking staff for weekends and creating staff schedules.
- Be familiar with emergency procedures.
- If qualified, administer basic first aid as required; if not, direct participant to director, host or group leader. Make sure the director, host or group leader is informed of any accidents, and contribute to the completion of accident or incident reports as necessary.
- Host meals and assist with dining hall operations.
- Deliver excellent customer service at check-in and check-out through professional appearance, positive attitude, implementation of COVID-19 standards, and ensuring facility is cleaned and ready for each group.
Qualifications :
Wage : $17.66 to $18.66 per hour, depending on qualifications
Hours : Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week
Location : YMCA Camp Helena, Port Orchard, WA
Benefits :
All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits :
Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs. / week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options :
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website atwww.ymcapkc.org.
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women / Minority / Veteran / Disabled
Salary : $18 - $19
