CREW Program Staff - Summer Overnight Camp, YMCA Camp Classen

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help with setting up campfires, setting up all camp games and programs, food service, dish room, working on facility projects, keeping trails clear, and more.
• Provide a safe environment for all campers and staff.
• Helps set up program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Dedication to job, camp participants and the YMCA cause.
• Must be able to self-regulate your emotions in a fast-paced community environment.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff.
• Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintain appearance of camp through cleanliness and set-up, with a "It's My Camp" attitude.
• Actively engage children and participants in activities.
• Attend all Scheduled staff meetings and Trainings
• Display YMCA character values (Honesty, caring, respect, and responsibilities at all times.)
• Supervision during swim time; staff are required to supervise both in and out of the water, Required to Swim at least two times per week.
• Have fun!

Cause-Driven Leadership® Competencies

• Values- Models and teaches the Y’s values.
• Inclusion- Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives.
• Relationships- Builds relationships to create small communities.
• Communication- Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
• Developing Others- Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.
• Quality Results- Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
• Project Management- Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team.

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Must have a go-getter attitude and willingness to help camp success
• Must have an interest in working with youth and exemplify and support the YMCA philosophy.
• Must complete Red Woods Online Training within 30 days of hire date
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.

Compensation and Amenities

• Housing is provided for the summer
• Camp Shirts are provided
• Meals are provided
• All training certification costs

Work Environment & 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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings. Will require outdoor work during the summer months. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds