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Day Camp Youth Development Specialist

Day Camp Youth Development Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is seeking positive role models who are caring, outgoing, creative, love to have fun, enjoy being outside, and want to make a positive impact in the lives of youth in our day camp programs. The primary responsibility of a Day Camp Youth Development Specialist will be to support both leadership and counselors throughout the summer to ensure the safety and fun of the campers.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Provide support to day camp youth development counselors through guidance, encouragement, recognition and fun.

·         Help cultivate friendships between campers and establish a sense of belonging for all involved with camp.

·         Champion a specific component of camp – age group, program segment, core area, etc. – to assure a quality experience for all involved.

·         Serve as a role model for all youth and staff participating in the day camp program by displaying exemplary behavior at all times.

·         Plan, assist, and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA core values for campers.

·         Be willing to dress up, save the world, sing a song and lose the game when needed.

·         Ensure a safe and nurturing environment; attending to the needs of campers at all times.

·         Be welcoming to all campers, parents and other staff.

·         Consciously create a climate in camp to foster the goals and objectives of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit.

·         Supervise a group of 6 – 12 children as needed.

·         Attend all staff meetings and trainings.

·         Assume equal responsibility of general housekeeping tasks.

·         Following YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical situations and behavior management, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

·         Must be at least 18 year of age.

·         Will be available for training in May through the final day of camp, September 1.

 

YMCA 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. 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 knowledge and skills in technology.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Experience working with youth preferred.

·         At least 18 years of age.

·         High school diploma or equivalent required.

·         Meets the requirements set forth by the state-licensing agency. Documentation of DHS clearance prior tostarting work, TB skin test within 30 days, and CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications are requiredwithin 60 days.

·         Complete Blood Borne Pathogens training, Redwoods, and concussion trainings as required.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 

·         Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.

·         Ability to plan, lead and participate in all physical activities

·         Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor when interacting with children.

·         Capability to be outside participating for the majority of the day.

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