Art Enrichment Specialist

About the role

To further the YMCA's mission by fostering relationships and developing character among its constituents.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and supervises all activities related to the job under the guidance of the Senior Manager of Youth Development.
• Provides a quality experience to children and parents focusing on YMCA core values: Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Courage, and Inclusion.
• Maintains a supportive, positive environment welcoming and respecting all individuals.
• Trains and supervises staff in their responsibilities, including coaching and evaluating performance.
• Executes the camp schedule daily and coordinates age-appropriate activities corresponding with weekly themes.
• Identifies and meets each camper’s needs, including learning likes/dislikes, recognizing and responding to problem-solving opportunities, and creating great camp experiences.
• Carries out camp program objectives, establishing roles for camper health, enforcing safety regulations, supervising the camper’s day, and instructing campers during emergency procedures.
• Plans and implements culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and value-consistent program activities.
• Works directly with the Camp Director, Assistant Director, and Camp Counselors.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Fulfills YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with peers and supervisors.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a day camp setting.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Knowledge and skills in specified area, documented.
• Ability to relate to peers, accept supervision and guidance.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training during Pre-Season Camp Trainings.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• A positive, "can do" attitude demonstrating willingness to assist and anticipate needs.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year or more of college preferred.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a day camp setting.
• Desire and ability to work with children.
• Knowledge and skills in specified area, documented.
• Ability to relate to peers, accept supervision and guidance.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training during Pre-Season Camp Trainings.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• A positive, "can do" attitude demonstrating willingness to assist and anticipate needs.

Skills

• Ability to relate to peers, accept supervision and guidance.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training.
• Experience with diverse populations.
• Positive, "can do" attitude.

Benefits

YMCA Membership
Discounted Programs
12% Employer Retirement Contribution
Paid Sick Time

Pay

USD $17.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.

Schedule

N/A