At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone - especially children - experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.
Nature and Scope:
- High School Diploma completed
- 1-2 years’ experience working with children in a structured setting
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Required certifications current First Aid/CPR; must obtain any other certifications required for the position
- Complete PPE and safety protocol training prior to first shift
- Pass a criminal background and drug screening check
- Pass a Motor Vehicles Record Check and have own transportation
- CPR within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment
- Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, problem solve and possess effective time management skills
- Strong customer service skills and personal commitment to service and hospitality.
- Perform COVID 19 safety procedures and all other necessary protocols before, during, and post camp.
- To include: Personal temperature checks, camper and parent temperature checks and prescreen questions, sanitation of camp areas.
- Teach the basic skills of courtesy and safe driving to campers in a safe and respectful manner.
- Follow all traffic regulations and guidelines and drive in a manner that ensures the safety of their passengers.
- Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
- Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation and Branch off-site Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
- Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
- Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Be able to maintain a safe and healthy environment for staff and children
- Be able to provide sound, caring and positive leadership for children
- Provide, to everyone, extraordinary customer service to parent(s)
- Be able to recognize and implement safety standards in all program activities
- Have a good understanding of the mission and values of the YMCA and be able to demonstrate and teach based on those values
- Communicate positively with parents and staff as required
- Attend all staff camp trainings. Must have Metro Atlanta YMCA defensive Driving Course
- Must be able to pass a driving record check to drive for the YMCA
- Attend the designated dates for camp staff training
- Must have current CPR certification. If not, must complete this certification before the camp season begins.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.
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