Summer Day Camp Junior Counselor Job at YMCA of Greater Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

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  • YMCA of Greater Birmingham
  • Birmingham, AL

Job Description

The YMCA focus is to strengthen communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Actively participate in activities/games with children, effectively monitor behavior while using appropriate discipline techniques, and develop age-appropriate skills. Depending on experience and ability, some Junior Day Camp Counselors will be asked to lead and manage their own group of children with the shared supervision of a Day Camp Counselor.

This position is responsible for helping to maintain a safe, clean summer program site; ensuring a high level of program quality and working to establish a positive relationship with all program participants and their families. The Junior Day Camp Counselor will provide a positive role model to youth & teens within the philosophy of YMCA standards and expectations with an emphasis on youth development and healthy living.

Essential Functions:

  • Supervise the children, with first priority in their safety, at all times following risk management policies.
  • Participate and encourage the participation of all students in daily activities and events.
  • Attend staff meetings, mandatory training, and other YMCA events such as in-service, parent nights, and special events as required by the program.
  • Responsible for the care of all facilities, equipment and supplies.
  • Provide opportunities for youth development as defined by the YMCA of Greater Birmingham and in areas of leadership and core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.
  • Communicate with co-workers, and supervisors about incidents involving children's behavior, actions, or other concerns.
  • Follow YMCA policies and procedures.
  • Prepare and maintain necessary supplies.
  • Arrive to work on time, as scheduled, dressed appropriately & ready to work.
  • Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum age of 16-17 years old
  • Previous experience working with children preferred.
  • Must be willing to work outdoors.
  • Successful completion of a background check and Child Abuse & Neglect screening
  • Acquire and maintain the following certifications:
    • First Aid/CPR /AED (valid 2 years unless otherwise noted)
    • Requisite Online Training Modules
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Desire and ability to work with children of all ages.
  • Demonstrated responsibility and dependability.
  • Follow through actions regarding communication with Counselors and supervisors.
  • Must exhibit patience and understanding.
  • Must be able to receive, comprehend, and follow detailed instructions.
  • Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment.
  • Ability to work up to 15-20 hours weekly.

Physical Demands:

  • Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind.
  • Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor the environment and children's well-being.
  • May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms.
  • May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time outdoors.
  • Physically, actively engage in play and sports.

Job Tags

Summer work, Outdoor, Night shift,

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