Summer Camp Senior Counselor Job at Buckeye Valley Family YMCA (New York)

Job Description

The Harlem YMCA is seeking Summer Camp Senior Counselors. The Summer Camp Senior Counselor plays a critical role in the successful operation of the Summer Camp program. The Summer Camp Senior Counselor is responsible for creating a safe, positive environment for school-age children and for providing opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic or personal growth. Summer Camp programs operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., July through August.

Job Responsibility

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times
Understand, maintain, and ensure that participants follow Risk Management and safety procedures
Keep the immediate supervisor informed daily of any concerns regarding participants, staff, or the facility
Plan and implement meaningful activities, lesson plans, and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and values-based in the areas of arts, STEM, character development, literacy, creative expression, community service, physical fitness, and/or nutrition
Perform specific scheduled assignments, including, but not limited to, arrival and/or departure and lunch duty
Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for program activities. Assume responsibility for the cleanliness and organization of the camp room, program supplies, and activity space
Support the planning and implementation of all camp activities, including, but not limited to, summer learning initiatives, field trips, in-camp events, and culminating performances
Provide support to Activity Specialists with activity implementation
Provide guidance and support to Counselors in Training (CITs), hold CITs accountable for program expectations, and complete and maintain all required CIT paperwork
Work cooperatively with all program staff
Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants
Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences
Serve as a positive role model for participants
Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate)
Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Summer Camp program to staff, participants, and caregivers
Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas for growth. Take a leadership role in providing caregivers with regular updates (including Snapshots, behavior updates, success stories, etc.)
Attend all required pre-camp training sessions. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events
Ensure that groups are in ratio. Provide support and accountability to other Summer Camp Counselors and ensure that they maintain all program standards, even in your absence
Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with youth
General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults

Nice to have

College credits preferred
Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred

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