Camp Supervisor at YMCA OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY in Everett, Washington

Job Description:

Now Hiring for Camp! If you are interested in working in a fast-paced, rewarding, and fun job for the summer, then don't wait to apply! If you love kids and the outdoors, crafts, games, sports, or adventure, this could be your perfect summer!

Availability: Monday-Friday, 6-8 hour shift between the hours of 6:30am-6:30pm (exact schedules vary by camp)

Location: Varies based on camp. Our Day Camps are located in local schools, parks, or within our YMCA branches.

The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming.

What you will do at the Y:

YMCA Camps provide youth the opportunity to learn new skills, gain an appreciation for the outdoors, and explore the Puget Sound area, while experiencing achievement, relationships, and belonging. Camp Supervisors provide direction for the program and staff, develop and implement curriculum, and ensure a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Create a safe, positive and inclusive environment that promotes participant safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies, practices and procedures.

How you will grow during a summer at the Y:

Become a stronger leader
Work as a team
Problem-solve
Increase listening and communication skills
Build relationships
Flex your creativity!

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Coordinate with the program director to develop, prepare, and implement weekly themes and daily program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA core values in order to meet the intended camper outcomes
Active supervision of all children and related program area activities
Provide supervision for campers while campers are transported to and from camp or during scheduled field trips off of camp property
Must be on the premises for the majority of hours that care is provided each day - If absent from the program, the Camp Supervisor must leave a competent, designated staff person in charge who meets the qualifications of a Supervisor
Be a positive role model to campers and staff in your attitude and actions
Role model Y core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring
Hire, train, evaluate and supervise assigned staff and volunteers, including ensuring required trainings and certifications are completed
Maintain positive relations with parents and other staff
Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience
Maintain materials, equipment, and program facility in accordance with YMCA standards and host expectations
Maintain required program records
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies
Abilities to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Ensure compliance with state and local regulations in addition to YMCA standards and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum age 18
Experience planning, organizing, and implementing age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
Prior camp experience
Fluency in second language desired

Y Culture:

Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA
Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines
Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system