Camp Lead Day Camp Streefland -Hourly
Company: YMCA Twin Cities
Location: Lakeville
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Do you love camping and being outside? Are you looking for a fun
interactive summer work environment working with youth and
families? The YMCA is looking to hire fun, energetic, leaders that
love working with children and families as a Camp Lead in a summer
seasonal "full time" role.
Do you like to play games, lead activities or are you creative? Do
you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Do you want
to oversee a program area at camp? The camp lead is a great mission
to get behind and is a FUN environment.
As a Camp Lead you must enjoy a fun and interactive work
environment, live entertainment (camp songs, etc.), and a lot of
kid questions! At the YMCA Camp Leads have a passion for having a
positive impact on children and families each summer with
programming.
As a Camp Lead you can get paid to play with the kids all summer
and support camp counselors as a leader. You will help to develop
and explore creative and imaginative curriculum, activities and
games. You will have fun teaching kids a love of reading, leading
art activities, leading a gym activity, teaching being a good sport
and social skills. Become a role model and engage with children,
helping them discover the fun in playing, learning and making new
lifelong friends over the summer.
Our goal at the YMCA summer Camp program is to provide kids with a
safe, fun space at the Y to thrive! As a Camp Lead you will
interact with camper and parents from a diverse background.
1. Job Summary:
The Day Camp Lead is responsible for leading a designated program
or activity, acting as a unit lead and/or providing program support
at camp. Examples may include but are not limited to arts and
crafts lead, climbing lead, nature lead, trail lead, canoe lead,
archery lead, etc. The Camp Lead may support camp counselors as a
unit or activity lead as well as direct service to campers. The
incumbent provides high quality experiences for campers that focus
on the YMCA core values: caring, equity, honesty, respect and
responsibility.
2. Essential Functions:
* Develop and deliver programs that are appropriate for the
age/ability of the campers while following safety and educational
procedures.
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* Prepare, lead, teach, and evaluate the success of the program
which may include theme/special camp activities.
* Provide a progression of programs within the framework of
individual and group interests and abilities that align with
mission and outcomes.
* Evaluate abilities of campers and staff and ensure they are
following safety and educational procedures.
* Prepare for and actively participate in staff training, continued
learning, and meetings.
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* Assist in training staff in using equipment and lesson planning
for the program activity.
* Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures.
* Provide work direction to camp counselors as needed.
* Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers
and staff in their groups within activities and throughout the camp
in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
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* Ability to communicate and work with groups (all ages and skill
levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
* Assures campers are properly supervised at all times.
* Helps assure staff are properly supported at all times.
* Be aware of and implement safety guidelines within all of
camp.
* Maintain high standards for health and mental health in all
activities for campers and staff.
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* Ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first
aid. Must be able to assist campers and staff in an emergency
(fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and
endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers and
staff. You will be looked to as a leader during emergency
procedures.
* Ability to identify and respond to camper and staff behavior,
assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations
and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management
techniques in alignment with camp training and proactive
response.
* Ensure that campers receive their medications as directed.
* Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal
and/or health problems; discuss with camp health manager and/or
camp director when appropriate.
* Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as
requested.
* Maintain high standards of safety in all activities for campers
and staff.
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* Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the
camp program. You will be looked to as a leader during emergency
procedures.
* Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with
the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to
being responsible for camper and staff safety within your program
area at all times and being responsible for campers' safety and
their whereabouts at all times.
* Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization,
proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed
promptly to camp leadership.
* Provide supervision for campers and staff while being transported
to and from camp or during scheduled field trips off of camp
property.
* Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and
equipment for the program.
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* Maintain and care for equipment.
* Ensure the security of the equipment when not in use and ensure
it is off-limits to bystanders when in use.
* Conduct daily check of area and equipment for safety,
cleanliness, and good repair.
* Clean and organize program area daily, keeping it free of hazards
and debris.
* Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program
area.
* Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and
behavior.
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* Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and
procedures.
* Set a good example to campers and staff in regard to general camp
procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and
sportsmanship.
* Ensure that camp as a whole is kept clean, organized, and free of
litter.
* Represent the camp when interacting with families, volunteers,
and community members.
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* Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public
while presenting a positive image of the camp.
* Help guide Camp Counselors, Junior Counselors, and Camp
Volunteers to have a deeper understanding of leadership and
counseling skills.
3. Relationships:
This position reports to the Program Director who reports to the
Senior Program Director or Executive Director. The incumbent may
take work direction from a Camp Manager or Assistant Camp Director.
The incumbent interacts regularly with camp staff, campers,
volunteers, and families. This position involves interaction with
individuals and communities of a diverse background.
4. Qualifications:
Required
* Minimum age of 18.
* If applicable, valid DOT Medical Examiners Certificate
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* Minimum age of 20 to drive a camp vehicle
* Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED provided by YMCA or other
certified organization
* Minimum of one (1) season experience in camp, youth programs,
recreation, working with children, or in a related field.
* Possess or acquire the required certifications for specific
program areas.
* Demonstrated ability to keep accurate records and organize
program area logistics.
* Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team and the
ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
* Strong organizational and communication skills.
5. Work Conditions:
* Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp
activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, canoeing,
swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical
games, and activities.
* Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 90 pounds and able to
traverse hilly and uneven terrain without undue exertion.
* Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
* Work in conditions that may require staff to use fire protection
equipment, washers and dryers, dishwashers, and specialty program
equipment. Some may be asked to drive camp vehicles or
watercraft.
* Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs
which may include, but not limited to the following activities:
semi - reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling,
shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground,
overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders,
and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
* Must have visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to
environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
* Must have the ability to physically manage and support children
when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing
30 - 200 pounds).
* Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoor in different
climate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals such as
bugs, snakes, horses, chickens, etc.
6. Additional Notes:
This job description represents the major functions of the position
but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent may help in
other camp program areas as needed. The incumbent is responsible
for taking direction from the Program Director or their
representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed
necessary for the Camp or Association success.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge
The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices
of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to
become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive
organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must
exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring,
equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.
The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to
ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the
communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional
racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and
practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits;
professional development and training; promotions; transfers;
layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a
multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and
culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of
all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive
through our acceptance of all.
Keywords: YMCA Twin Cities, Lakeville , Camp Lead Day Camp Streefland -Hourly, Other , Lakeville, Minnesota
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