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Form of workGREAT MIAMI VALLEY YMCA
Title:Day Camp Group Leader
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay: $13.00/hour
Status: Full-Time & Part-Time (Seasonal) Department: Day Camp
Reports to: Day Camp Coordinator Revision Date: 12/15/2023
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Day Camp Coordinator and in accordance with the Christian mission and purpose of the Great Miami Valley YMCA Association, the Day Camp Group Leader is responsible for the social, physical, spiritual, and mental development of each child within their care. In accordance with ODJFS and “Step Up to Quality” standards, he or she will also be responsible for the implementation of all activities, as well as keeping the safety and well-being of the children as a first priority..
GREAT MIAMI VALLEY YMCA ASSOCIATION SUMMARY:
The Great Miami Valley YMCA is known as a Mission-Driven, Values Based organization. Our staff are expected to be knowledgeable of and devoted to the Y’s Mission, Purpose (Strengthening the Foundations of Community), Values (Faith, Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility), and Personality (Welcoming, Nurturing, Genuine, Hopeful, Determined). We pride ourselves in being a supportive, learning, and fun environment with a commitment to Mission, Leadership, and Excellence as the cornerstones of our culture.
OUR MISSION: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
OUR IMPACT: To strengthen our community by providing opportunities to serve children, individuals, and families in a safe environment which encourages all to live healthy lives and to exhibit positive character values such as faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE GMV YMCA:
- Flexible work schedule
- Free memberships
- Program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons, and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings (after vested) and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implements high-quality, childcare programs and activities for assigned groups.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, local, and camp regulations as they relate to program areas.
- Ensures YMCA standards are met, safety procedures are followed, and ensures the safety and well-being of children as a first priority.
- Interacts with children on their individual levels of development.
- Helps to develop and implement weekly lesson plans that are effective and fit children’s needs, interests, and developmental levels.
- Assists with distributing meals and snacks that meet all nutritional guidelines and completes necessary documentation.
- Helps to manage and control program budget and ensures program operates within budget and program fees are collected.
- Implements marketing for childcare programs that positively impact the attendance registration of these programs.
- Assists in responding to all agency, parent, and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Documents and reports to the Day Camp Coordinator any special needs or problems of an individual child, staff, or parent(s).
- Assists with maintaining the appearance of the classroom/outside areas which includes keeping supplies, materials, and equipment in the rooms in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Attends staff meetings and ongoing training.
- Drives the Well Being Promise and initiatives; Create intentional focus on Achievement, Relationships, and Belonging through all communication including marketing, emails, and phone calls to members, participants, and the community; Carries out the Well Being expectations of the most welcoming place on earth.
- Connects with staff, parents, and children through ABR (achievement, belonging and relationships.
YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
- Certifications: Current First Aid, Communicable Disease, Child Abuse Recognition and Prevention and CPR certifications or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Possess knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages of a child.
- Have a valid driver’s license and capable of driving to multiple site locations.
- Have proficient computer skills.
- Be at least 18 years of age.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) while maintain alertness for long periods of time.
- Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
- The employee will be occasionally exposed to outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
- Must be able to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Must be creative and enthusiastic to staff and program participants.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with families, children, and other staff.
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
- Ability to maintain emotional control and composure in turbulent, challenging and changing conditions.
- The noise level is typically moderate to high.
