Position Summary:
Summer STEAM Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising and providing care and YMCA STEAM curriculum to youth ages 7- 12 from 12:00 PM- 5:30PM daily for the month of June with the option to accrue more hours at our summer camp sites as needed. Using the supplies, lesson plans, and equipment provided, counselors will help to initiate and mediate age-appropriate activities that help to foster a healthy mind, body, and spirit for kids enrolled to encourage a healthy lifestyle as well as physical, social-emotional, and mental growth. Counselors are also considered role-models and should embody the YMCA four core values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty in all interactions and communications with community members, YMCA members and all YMCA staff.
Essential Job Functions:
- Actively participate in all program areas as assigned. Plan, prepare, and lead activities throughout the programming time with designated grade level.
- Support the mental, physical, and social-emotional development of children by initiating and mediating interactions through activities that provide opportunities to advance each child’s mind, body and spirit.
- Apply basic knowledge of youth development and youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity and involvement/empowerment of youth.
- Properly and efficiently supervise youth at all times. Be aware of and implement all applicable health and safety regulations and guidelines.
- Actively participate in all program areas as assigned. Plan, prepare and lead activities.
- Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior
- Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures
- Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship
- Represent the Y when interacting with parents or community member
- Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
- Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp
Relationships:
- Counselors generally have regular relationships with YMCA leadership staff, Camp Directors, and the Director of Youth Development. Counselors are expected to assist with supervision of campers and in implementing all camp activities.
Equipment Used:
- Counselors may be asked to use fire protection equipment, first-aid equipment, and specialty program equipment (e.g., ball pump or compass, ).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or high school graduate. Some college education in child related area preferred
- Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR
- Must submit health history record and other YMCA employee paperwork prior to first day of work
- Ability to design and implement basic recreational programming and interact with children and adults of all age levels
- Must pass Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) background check - if staff member does not receive clearance termination will follow
- Understanding of the development needs of youth
- Ability to relate to youth and adults (e.g., parents and co-workers) in a positive manne
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Application Question(s):
- The STEAM Camp is only for the month of June. Are you still interested in employment?
Ability to Relocate:
- Bloomington, IL 61701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person