Description

Looking for a summer job that’s more than just a paycheck? As a Summer Day Camp Counselor at the Y, you’re providing a safe, welcoming environment for kids in your community to reach their full potential. You’re the perfect fit if you love kids, want to spend your summer having fun, and know the importance of creating a space where children can thrive physically, mentally and socially. Apply today!

Our summer starting rate is $12.00 per hour with the potential to receive more based-on responsibilities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Assist with supervising a safe and well-organized childcare program by planning and participating in-group activities with children at a designated day camp site. This is a very high energy program requiring positive interaction with the children continually throughout the day.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Attend all Scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Establish a positive relationship with each child.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and staff.
• Develop weekly activities for a group of 12 children.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children. This includes ensuring children apply sunscreen and stay hydrated.
• Know where all group members are at all times.
• Lead games and activities.
• Maintain appearance of camp through cleanliness and set-up.
• Take daily attendance and see that each child is signed in and out by a responsible party each day.
• Actively engage children and participants in activities.
• Perform daily count of meals and snacks served.
• Report all injuries and incidences to the Director or Coordinator.
• Display YMCA character values (Honesty, caring, respect, and responsibilities at all times.)
• Required to Swim at least two times per week.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have an interest in and like children and exemplify and support the YMCA philosophy.
Must exemplify and support and support the philosophy of the YMCA.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must be 16 years of age.
Must be certified in CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid. (Training provided by the Y, if needed)

The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the Oklahoma City Metro, 15 Ys engage more than 232,000 men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities across the country, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. Mission To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Summer Day Camp Counselor, Norman YMCA

Summer Day Camp Counselor, Norman YMCA

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