Summer Program Staff - Angelus Oaks, United States - YMCA of Greater Whittier

YMCA of Greater Whittier
YMCA of Greater Whittier
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Angelus Oaks, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description:

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt (Seasonal)

Department:

Camp

Reports to:

Executive Camp Director, Camp Program Director

Leadership Level:

Leader

***: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 Programs Archery, Arts Crafts, Mountain Bike, Life Guard, Native American, Nature and Low/High Ropes Staff at YMCA Camp Arbolado creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe participant conditions in the assigned activity area in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


  • Support the implementation of the YMCA Mission and the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
  • Visually inspect the Archery, Arts Craft, Mountain Bikes, Native American, Nature Hike and High and Low Ropes Program areas (depending on daily activity assignment) for any unnatural or potentially dangerous obstacles. These could include glass, exposed roots, stumps, rocks, or dead branches on the ground. Make sure the ground offers safe and firm footing.
  • Maintains active surveillance of the assigned activity areas.
  • Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
  • Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
  • Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the assigned activity area.
  • Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
  • Maintains daily accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state health department code.
  • Performs daily equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed during setup and take-down of each activity area.
  • Provide recommendations and concerns to the supervisory camp staff regarding the performances of the Volunteer Staff and/or Kids.
  • Participate in all required specialist training for Program activity areas.
  • Support any camp kitchen and housekeeping tasks, as needed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES LEADERSHIP:

Mission Advancement:

Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.

Collaboration:

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness:

Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth:

Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.

Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.


Requirements:


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Minimum age of 1
  • Current Certifications.
  • Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Blood borne Pathogens training.
  • Ability to maintain specialistlevel physical and mental readiness.
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the camp community.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Physically perform all skills required of the assigned activity area.
  • Hear noises and distress signals in the camp environment, including anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
  • See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or activity area.
  • Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
YMCA of Greater Whittier reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. The job description does not constitu
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