Camp Noah Camp Counselor Job Village of Liverpool New York USA,Child Care/Nanny

Work Schedule:

Monday thru Friday, 25 hours/week

A Career with a Cause:

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Camp Program Director, the Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for the supervision and organization of the assigned group’s daily activities, special events, and rainy day activities, such that the objectives of the YMCA will be met and all activities will be appropriate for campers ages 5 to 12 years old.

The Camp Counselor provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.

Salary and Benefits :

Salary Range: $15.50/hour, Seasonal Part-time Non-exempt
YMCA Membership
Inclusion:Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
Program/Project Management:Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs
Emotional Maturity:Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

To be available to work daily within the hours of the camp schedule as outlined by the School Age Child Care & Camp Director.
To work with other staff to develop a full recreational program each week.
To develop and maintain a friendly working relationship and act as a resource/support person for the other staff members.
To attend and participate in all staff meetings.
To assist in the development and implementation of special programs as assigned by the Camp Program Director or School Age Child Care & Camp Director.
Assist in maintenance of all records for the group including attendance, medical reports, accident reports, swim abilities for the entire group, discipline reports and to communicate these matters to the Camp Program Director and/or School Age Child Care & Camp Director.
To supervise all children in the assigned group and be aware of safety issues to eliminate accidents. This includes supervising the application of sunscreen 2 to 3x daily.
To complete an accident report should a camper receive a minor injury and to follow procedures to notify parents of such injuries.
To assist campers with medications and emergency first aid as necessary.
To assist with the supervision of the lunch period and sit with a group of campers during the first 20 to 30 minutes to ensure that each camper is eating a proper lunch and drinking enough fluids to prevent dehydration and other heat related illnesses.
To be responsible for outdoor play space supervision and safety.
To assist all assigned group members with the daily organization of their belongings.
To fully engage in all activities, games, sports, arts & crafts, drama, music, etc. in which the assigned group is participating.
To be involved in a daily swim program that includes being in the water with campers while supervising and assisting with water activities (note: Female staff are required to wear a conservative one-piece bathing suit or tankini).
To attend all weekly camp staff meetings and participate in all extra meetings as needed.
To work assigned shifts covering AM and PM extended hours (shifts will be determined during staff orientation).
To report to program ready to work at designated shift time.
To greet every visitor and/or parent and monitor the sign out table.
To act in a professional manner at all times including…