ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the Day Camp Director in the overall development of Day Camp programs with an emphasis on age-appropriate programming.
- Create, distribute, and maintain accurate records and reports in compliance with state licensing and program requirements such as sign-in/check-out sheets, lesson plans, children enrollment attendance sheets, newsletters, etc.
- Assist with getting supplies, snacks and meals ready for Day Camp needs.
- Ensure that the care of participants is a key priority through direct supervision of the programs and through support to staff in the absence of the Day Camp Director
- Maintain communication with staff as it relates to program needs.
- Communicate professionally with parents and facility personnel about camp needs.
- Understand and follow all state licensing, YoungStar, DCF standards, and YMCA policies/manuals.
- Demonstrate a positive and caring attitude while building relationships with children, staff, parents and community members.
- Be committed to the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee’s Child Abuse/Neglect Prevention efforts as a mandatory reporter.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and or EXPERIENCE:
- Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- A bachelor’s degree in child development, education, sports and recreation or related field from an accredited college/university is required.
- CPR and First Aid, Abusive Head Trauma must be completed before the first day of camp.
- Must complete fingerprinting requirement prior to working first shift.
- Must have 2+ years’ experience working in an organized child program.
- Must have 2+ years supervisory experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- In-person
- Outdoor work
Work Location: In person