Pioneer Trails Camp Specialist
Job in
Livingston, Essex County, New Jersey, 07039, USA
Listing for:
YMCA of Greater Bergen County
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
-
Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Summer Seasonal
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
POSITION SUMMARY:This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Provides direct supervision of a group of children in a seasonal day camp. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Keeps campers focused and engaged in camp activities.Consistently greet campers with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm.Develop positive relationships with member families and learn why they come to our Y.Learn camper’s names. Respond to campers' needs.Encourage camper’s youth development progress.Help group maintain camp cleanliness.Work cooperatively with all camp staff while planning all camp activities.Perform the above responsibilities in an enthusiastic and committed manner. Do more than the minimum for campers. Treat them as special. Treat campers and fellow staff members with respect.Use redirection to appropriate activities when needed and use positive reinforcement to commend good choices.Teach and instill the Four Core Values of the YMCA in all camp activities:
Caring, Respect, Honesty, & Responsibility.Act as requested by the supervisor.Safety:
Attend regular staff meetings scheduled by supervisor.Must attend and complete all required trainings.At all times uphold camp safety standards. Maintain constant face counts. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures.Help maintain group control and facilitate lunch time activities.Must follow all Association Aquatics Policy Guidelines.Take on designated assignments for aquatic activities. Help expedite arrival and departure from the pool (i.e. dressing rooms, etc.). Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation.Secure and submit all accident reports.Report all immediate concerns to the Camp Director or nearest supervisor.Assist with supervision of bus loading process and help to ensure safety, expedient procedures and fun activities on the bus. Lead bus songs, stories and games.Other Duties:
Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA.Wear Camp T-shirt daily.Maintain positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable.Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement:
Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration:
Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, 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 judgments, 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. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
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…
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