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Full-timeBe Part of Our MissionThe mission of the YMCA of Metro Chicago is to develop strong children, families and communities across Metropolitan Chicago through academic readiness, character development, violence prevention, fitness and healthy living. Our network of 23 membership centers, five camps, early learning, school-aged and other programs at 100+ sites in the city and suburbs provides everyone with a safe place to learn, play and grow. In this role, you'll be an integral part of ensuring the YMCA continues to be a leader in making our city a world-class place to live and raise a family. So you're not just impacting a bottom line, you're impacting people and communities all over Chicagoland.Job Summary and Key Accountabilities:Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Resident Camp Assistant Program Director assists in the creation, planning and implementation of recreational activities. The Resident Camp Assistant Program Director helps oversee activities to ensure that they are safe, engaging and well-organized and provide campers with experiences that provide support and enrichment, teach life skills and promote wellness of spirit, body and mind.Scope of Responsibilities:
Helps plan and implement recreational activities including but not limited to, arts and crafts, fishing, songfests, nature hikes, archery, canoeing and kayaking. Works with the Program Director to create weekly programs to engage campers and provide a variety of experiences for campers of all ages.
Coaches and mentors camp counselors to support them in creating positive experiences for youth and families.
Enforces rules and regulations of the facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety. Monitors campers and counselors and intervenes if campers or counselors are behaving inappropriately or unsafely.
Serves as resident host to greet new arrivals, introduce them to the facilities, encourage participation and help ensure they have a positive experience.
Promotes camp programs by preparing and disseminating camp literature/materials and addressing inquiries from potential groups with helpful and valuable information about camp.
Maintains files and records to monitor and understand camp registration goals. Tracks expenses.
Sets up facilities and/or equipment for activities and store equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notifies Program Director of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more resources/equipment are needed.
Works to keep facilities safe, clean and inviting by adhering to association standards. Promotes the value of keeping camp clean, welcoming and safe with staff.
Supports the YMCA’s mission and camp operations as needed.
Child Abuse Prevention:Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Commitment to Inclusion:Supports the YMCA’s commitment to inclusion of all members as required by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Job responsibilities may include implementing program modifications for persons with cognitive, behavioral or physical disabilities, including but not limited to the injection of medical glucagon to members with Type 1 diabetes in emergency situations. Appropriate training and development will be provided to YMCA team members based on your role and responsibilities.Requirements:Requirements:
Must be 21 years of age
Must have experience in camping and demonstrated success in organizing recreational activities in a camp setting
Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to, and a passion for, the mission of the YMCA
Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Leader competencies in previous experience or practice
Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description
Street: 4230 Obenauf Road Days and/or Times Needed: Variable Schedule, Nights and Weekends. Seasonal live-on position for 24/7 supervision of campers ID: 2019-12624
