What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adventure Camp Counselor at YMCA of Western North Carolina (Year-Round) position at YMCA of Western North Carolina?
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Description
ABOUT US
The nonprofit YMCA of Western North Carolina strengthens local communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1889, we engage more than 100,000 people – regardless of age, income, or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the region’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support the community. We do this through seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia. As the state’s largest provider of licensed school-age child care, we give more than 1,000 children a day the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are committed to being an anti-racist, multicultural organization by exposing racism and fighting the constructs that perpetuate racism and affect all cultures. We recruit staff who are passionate about giving back to the community, helping people, and upholding our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. For more information, please visit ymcawnc.org.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Adventure Camp Counselor, you are responsible for the daily supervision of campers aged 8-14 in an urban wilderness environment. You are responsible for ensuring the safe operations and day-to-day engagement of campers as well as clear communication with parents/caregivers. You must be prepared to guide youth in physically challenging environments through the use of developmentally appropriate supports and interventions.
HOURS
Afterschool Camp Counselor (2024 - 2025 School Year): M - F, 2pm - 6pm (up to 20 hours/week)
Summer Camp/Winter Break/Spring Break: M - F, 7:30am - 5:30pm (up to 40 hours/week)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintains excellent supervision and ensures the safety of participants during all program hours, including overnight camping trips.
- Monitors equipment for safety and efficiency by conducting daily safety checks and maintaining inspection logs.
- Enforces all policies & procedures of the childcare department.
- Maintains cleanliness of bus area and equipment.
- Maintains required current certifications.
- Communicates schedules, activities, and issues to parents.
- Assists the Youth Development Director in programming.
- Attends mandatory YMCA staff meetings and in-service trainings.
- Upholds exemplary customer service while engaging with children, parents, and families, including saying “Hello” and Goodbye” and greeting them by name.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ABOUT YOU
Qualifications
- Must be age 21 or older.
- Must have previous experience and/or education in outdoor programming.
- Must have graduated high school.
- Must have current certification in Association Driver, CPR, AED/O2, Wilderness First Aid, and Lifeguard, or willing to obtain certifications within the first 90 days of employment.
- Preferred: Comfortable driving a minibus to transport campers on field trips; Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; Understanding of traffic laws and regulations; Familiarity with GPS technology and route planning.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience working with elementary to high school aged youth is preferred.
- Ability to constantly and quickly move to various locations in and around the entire camp.
- Experience creating interactive and educational/artistic activities, youth development, academic enrichment, and arts.
- Must possess oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with children and adults.
- Exceptional group management, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Flexibility with the ability to adapt to last-minute schedule changes and other potential circumstances.
PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB
The physical demands described here 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 functions.
- Ability to stand for an extended period of time.
- Bend or stoop to reach various height levels.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50lbs and transport equipment and supplies from one location to another
- Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme heat and humidity.
- Ability to hear distress signals even when distracted by noise or activity.
PART-TIME BENEFITS
- Free individual membership to all YMCA of WNC locations
- Discounted membership for household members
- Discounted program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)
- Start a 403(b) smart savings account on day one of employment (optional) and begin eligibility for YMCA retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities through local and Y-USA trainings
The YMCA of Western North Carolina is committed to equal opportunity in terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.
Qualifications
Salary : $15 - $19
