Summer Day Camp Staff - Tomlinson South Meridian Ymca

The South Meridian Branch of the Treasure Valley YMCA is unlike any other in the country. Our 60,000-square-foot facility is part of a unique collaboration that combines family recreation, education, sports, literacy, and wellness care on a single campus called "The Hill." Hand in hand with our partners-St. Luke's Health System, the West Ada School District, and the City of Meridian-the South Meridian Family Y will help us build A BETTER US.

The Day Camp Staff is responsible for assisting with the planning, leading and implementing of program experiences for youth in a group setting. They will also be responsible for the general safety and development, growth and skill achievement of the participants in his/her group.

Responsibilities:

• Develop intentional relationships and maintain effective daily communication with participants and parents using the Y voice attributes.

• Create an environment that fosters safety through supervision and by role

• modeling safe behaviors. Implement the established curriculum that achieves the five Cause Measurement goals.

• Resolve camper and parent concerns and issues. Follow appropriate incident response procedures.

• Organize, supervise and facilitate youth in a variety program activity that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate in an outdoor and indoor programing, in a variety of weather condition.

• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff and volunteers in assigned program areas.

• Maintain program site equipment and required program records.

• Adheres to program standards including and cleanliness standards.

Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years of age.

• Preferred High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.

• Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting preferred.

• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.

Schedule:

This is a part time temporary position averaging 20 to 40 hours weekly. Schedule shifts vary Monday through Friday;

• 8:00am

• 1:00pm

• 1:00pm

• 5:30pm

• 8:00am-5:30pm

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people-regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

How To Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.