YMCA Camp Roger Counselor - Cabin Leader Job at YMCA of Northern Utah, Salt Lake City, UT

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  • YMCA of Northern Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT

Job Description

Overview:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Cabin Leader at the YMCA of Northern Utah is responsible for working with a cabin group of youth ensuring their physical and emotional safety is secured for the duration of the camp session while making every effort to progress each camper’s development by maintaining a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.   This is a seasonal position.

 

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities:
  • Supervises a group of children and program activities
  • Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records
  • Nurtures children through purposeful programming; plans activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y’s values
  • Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; models relationship-building skills in all interactions
  • Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences
  • Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child’s needs and progress; connects families to the Y
  • Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
  • Work alongside entire camp staff throughout the program week and on the last day of program to clean the facility
  • Performs other duties as assigned

*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

Qualifications:
  • H igh school diploma or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred
  • Meets minimum age standards as established by state law and/or the Y
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required; will be provided in training if candidate does not have current certification  
  • Previous experience working with children in a camp setting preferred
  • Previous experience in one or more areas of camp programming
  • Previous experience working with diverse populations
  • Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
  • Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Benefits:

Staff working 15 hours+ per week:  

  • 100% off Childcare programming*
  • Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options
  • Professional Development Assistance 

Staff working less than 15 hours per week:  

  • 50% off Childcare programming*
  • Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options
  • Professional Development Assistance 

*Limitations and restrictions apply to some programs.  

 

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.  We are genuine:  we value you and embrace your individuality.  We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing:  we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.  We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range: USD $400.00 - USD $438.00 /Wk.

Job Tags

Part time, Seasonal work, Night shift,

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