Day Camp Activity Specialist (Cross Island YMCA)

Summary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. College credits and formal education in the specialty preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth, specifically in the area of the specialty.
• Formal certification in the area of the specialty is required.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.  

Duties

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.
• Plan and implement meaningful activities and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and values-based in the areas of fine or performing arts, sports, or STEM.
• Teach participants the fundamentals of fine or performance arts, sports, or STEM, including activities that build their level of skill and confidence.
• Perform specific scheduled assignments, including, but not limited to, arrival and/or departure and lunch duty.
• 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.
• Work cooperatively with all program staff.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all 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.
• 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 Day Camp program to staff, participants, and caregivers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating about their child’s strengths and areas for growth.
• Attend all required pre-camp training. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.