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    Aquatic Camp Counselor - Boca Raton, United States - YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF

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    Description
    Job Details

    Level
    Entry

    Job Location
    Peter Blum Family YMCA - Boca Raton, FL

    Position Type
    Part Time

    Education Level
    High School Diploma

    Salary Range
    $12.00

    Description

    The position is responsible for providing leadership, ensuring safety of all participants and direct supervision of children in all planned activities.

    Essential Functions

    To be successful, you must meet some education, training and experience requirements and you must be able to demonstrate some critical knowledge, skills, and physical abilities.
    • Must possess current CPR and First Aid licensing
    • Current Lifeguard Certification (preferred)
    • Current Swimming Instructor Certification (preferred)
    • Must have excellent leadership skills
    • Must have swimming and general aquatics skills such as paddling, snorkeling, beach safety, and general water safety
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Desire and ability to work with children of all ages
    • Demonstrated responsibility and dependability
    • Follow through actions regarding communication with all parents
    • May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms.
    • May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time.
    • Must exhibit patience and understanding.
    • Receives and follows detailed instructions. Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children's well-being.
    • Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment
    • Ability to work up to 40 hours weekly
    • Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, to ensure the operation of a quality Children's program.
    • Ensures children are aware of rules, and daily scheduled routines
    • Attend all staff meetings and the YMCA as required to meet educational requirements establishes in-service training.
    • Assist in the planning and implementing of the daily activities that fit the children's needs and interests.
    • Takes responsibility for the quality of the supplies, equipment and materials
    • Report all suspicions of child abuse to proper authorities.
    • Make sure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of children on a daily basis.
    • Reports all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely fills out proper health log and/or accident/incident form
    • Direct or assist in the daily maintenance of the childcare area, ensuring safety and cleanliness.
    • Assume equal share of the regular housekeeping chores such as cleaning, preparing for daily activities and cleaning up after projects.
    • Ensure that YMCA Character Traits are evident in all activities.
    • Establish a relationship with each child and know his or her present level of understanding; consider the needs of all the children and treat each child with respect and dignity.
    • Work toward positive parent/staff relations.
    • Participates in member retention, special events and fundraising.
    • Completes all paperwork clearly and concisely.
    • Remains up to date on emergency procedures and family center policies.
    • All other duties assigned by Management
    Qualifications

    Essential Functions

    To be successful, you must meet some education, training and experience requirements and you must be able to demonstrate some critical knowledge, skills, and physical abilities.
    • Must possess current CPR and First Aid licensing
    • Must have excellent leadership skills
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Desire and ability to work with children of all ages
    • Demonstrated responsibility and dependability
    • Follow through actions regarding communication with all parents
    • May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in various forms.
    • May be required to sit, stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time.
    • Must exhibit patience and understanding.
    • Receives and follows detailed instructions. Must be alert at all times, keeping safety in mind. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children's well-being.
    • Must be capable of working under pressure in a somewhat disruptive environment
    • Ability to work up to 40 hours weekly
    Education, Training and Experience
    • Must have at least two years of child care experience
    Areas of interest:
    • Aquatic camp
    Disclaimers
    • Must complete successful criminal background check and drug screen
    • All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
    • This job description may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.
    YMCA COMPETENCIES (LEADER):
    • Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
    • People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
    • Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Supports fundraising. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
    • Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.

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