Camp Specialist

• Design and deliver a program specialty in their designated area tailored to the skills and interests of each age group
• Work with other counselors to bring about quality programming in that specialty area
• Plan, setup and deliver a variety of activities within specialty area that are age specific and that keep children’s engagement and interest high
• Instruct Counselors on how to teach Activities. Encourage activity planning and leadership for Counselors assigned to the activity
• Lead specialty activities with assistance from Counselors
• Control all supply inventory used in specialty. Assist Camp Director in ordering supplies. Keep supply storage area neat and organized
• Carry out plans during the camp season
• ensuring activities are well thought-out, diverse, progressive, challenging and fun for the campers
• Assist the Camp Director in carrying out themes and special events, general camp activities
• Consistently greet campers and parents with a smile and with enthusiasm. Learn campers’ names
• Respond to campers and parents needs promptly and in a professional, courteous manner
• Adhere to all other ACA standards, especially maintaining camper safety as a top priority. Ensure supervision standards as detailed in the YMCA’s Code of Conduct are followed at all times. Report immediately any concerns to the Director
• Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all camp activities everyday: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility
• Participate where needed when not leading a specialty program
• Follow all YMCA, ACA and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp while helping to maintain ACA accreditation

• High School Diploma, Associate/Bachelors Degree in Education, youth work, recreation or related preferred or equivalent experience
• Two (2) years’ experience teaching, youth work, recreation or related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to relate to children and communicate in various venues, i.e., public speaking, presentations
• Ability to facilitate learning in others and ability to supervise others
• Understanding age specific characteristics of children and positive behavior management techniques
• CPR and First Aid Certifications

Room and Board Provided