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YMCA of Middle TennesseeSee more

addressAddressTennessee, United States
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryInformation Technology

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Job Location:    Camp Widjiwagan - Antioch, TN
Position Type:    Seasonal
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Category:    Camp Widji/Joe C. Davis Outdoor Center
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Pay Range: Starting at $120.00 Daily Rate

 

Position Summary:

Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle Tennessee, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the Resident Camp Director, the Resident Camp Program Coordinator is responsible for the direct supervision, control, organization, and scheduling of Resident Camp Programs and supporting services at YMCA Camp Widjiwagan areas.  S/he will be responsible for the leadership of Village Leaders, following all procedures and policies, and to ensure the camp’s daily program is run efficiently through detailed supervision and objective decision making. 

 

Essential Functions:

  • Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

  • Serve as a cabin counselor 

  • This position requires working outside all day during the summer

  • Be an appropriate role model for all campers by adhering to YMCA Code of Conduct, Work Rules, and Dress Code

  • Exhibit good judgement, enthusiasm for the activities, initiative, and a strong awareness of safety

  • Following the prepared schedule, guide campers and actively participate in all activities, which may include swimming, while maintaining the health, happiness, and safety of all campers; fill free time with age appropriate activities; lead songs, games, and other activities

  • Know where all campers are at all times and utilize a group travel system and frequent head counts to ensure campers are always accounted for, especially during free swim time

  • Participate in camp family programs, opening/closing ceremonies, and other duties as assigned

  • Greet and communicate with parents through camper recognition or notes about camp experiences

  • Ensure each camper’s experience is safe and positive by using conflict resolution skills and dealing with discipline problems based on given guidelines, while keeping supervisor informed of all concerns

  • Know, adhere to, and enforce all YMCA rules, policies and emergency procedures

  • Submit reports and paperwork on time, as required

  • Attend staff meetings and training sessions, as required

  • Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and supervisors

  • Be alert to program safety factors and potential hazards; prevent accidents and minimize or eliminate hazardous situations; report any problems or hazards to supervisor immediately

  • Organize, plan, schedule and coordinate Resident Camp programming during Camp Widjiwagan summer sessions

  • Supervise and train counselors in procedures and camper experience

 

Qualifications

Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA.

Superior supervisory skills and an enthusiastic personality with the ability to inspire and motivate staff, guests, volunteers, and participants to create a culture of service.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

  • Excellent communication and organization skills

  • Must be able to work on a team and willingness to work outdoors

  • Ability to think in the abstract, solve problems, make decisions, instruct, evaluate, lead others

  • Minimum 18 years of age; high school diploma required

  • Minimum two years Camp Leadership experience required

 

Certifications Required:

  • Before start of 1st shift: New Hire Orientation Certification

  • Within two weeks of hire or before 1st shift with children (whichever comes first):  CPR/First Aid/AED, Camp Staff Training Orientation

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; see; talk or hear; taste or smell. S/he must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. S/he may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. S/he must be able to walk and stand in an indoor or outdoor environment for extended periods of time. The noise level is usually minimal to moderate.

Refer code: 7267153. YMCA of Middle Tennessee - The previous day - 2023-12-20 04:27

YMCA of Middle Tennessee

Tennessee, United States

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