Summer Camp Counselor - Albany, United States - Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area Inc
Description
:Job Title:
Summer Camp - Youth Development Profesional
Reports to:
Site Coordinator/Program Manager
Location:
21 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12210
Salary:
$15.25/hour
Status:
Temporary Full-time
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00 AM - 5:
00 PM
Overview of Your Role
Summer Camp operates from July 8-Aug 30 (8 weeks). Camp includes outdoor fun at the Albany Clubhouse, Lawson Lake Park and Lincoln Park Spray Pads.
KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):
- Program Delivery_
- Deliver Boys and Girls Club programs to club members in a fun and engaging manner.
- Receive lesson plans from Site Director and implement them during enrichment activity time.
- Maintain open lines of communication with other Youth Development Professionals, Site Coordinators, and club members.
- Leadership and Supervision_
- Oversee, support, and manage club members during program hours.
- Participate in periodical staff meetings and training as required.
- Codeliver enrichment activities and programs with Youth Specialists.
- Risk Management and Maintenance_
- Ensure program areas are in compliance by understanding and implementing BGCCA and school district regulations for School Age-Child Care.
- Assist in maintaining inventories of all program equipment and supplies; ensure all related supplies and equipment are maintained in good order (cleanliness and upkeep of Program Area after usage).
- Health and Saftey_
- Ensure the health and safety of students and staff by making program areas safe, posting evacuation and emergency procedures, and making first aid kits accessible.
- Conduct daily club member health checks and file incident reports to Site Director.
- Complete Foundations in Health & Safety training and Mandated Reporter training.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Group leadership skills, including an understanding of group dynamics.
- Principles related to the development of youth between 413 years of age
REQUIRED:
- One (1) year of professional experience working with youth between 412 years of age or;
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Physical and PPD Test required
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
- Successful Background Clearance
- Possession of a valid photo ID
Physical Requirements:
- This job may require extended periods of standing, walking, and engaging in physical activities with children. The ability to lift up to 25 pounds may also be necessary._
- The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce. Persons from diverse backgrounds, including communities of color, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community, are encouraged to apply._
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