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Summer Sports Day Camp Unit Leader - 2024
Location:
Chicago, IL
Description:
DescriptionAre you looking for a summer job where you can grow as a leader and have fun? The YMCA is hiring Summer Day Camp Unit Leaders for 2024! Join us for the experience of a lifetime! At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers are taking part in in unique experiences and adventures, our Summer Sports Day Camp - Unit Leaders are developing leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories. Summer Sports Day Camp Unit Leaders receive comprehensive training, a Monday-Friday work schedule that leaves your weekends free, field trips to fun places, the chance to meet and work with an amazing diverse group of people, a free Y family membership, discounted programs and lots of opportunity for growth! Pay starts at $17.90 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule The Summer Sports Day Camp Unit Leader serves as professional role model by overseeing and monitoring recreational activities in their assigned groups, guiding campers and counselors, and leading through example. As a Summer Sports Camp Unit Leader, you are responsible to: Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families Lead recreational activities with campers, including but not limited to arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modifies activities as needed to ensure that campers of all ages and experience levels are engaged Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders and other team members to ensure everyone is kept abreast of camp activities and schedule Supports camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities Ensures the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following all established YMCA standards and critically evaluating situations for potential risks Ensures compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety Monitors campers and counselors and provides corrective coaching and intervention as necessary Set-up facilities and/or equipment for activities and stores equipment appropriately after use and work to keep camp facilities clean at all times What do you need to be a Summer Sports Camp Unit Leader? A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard Your experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required You will be 19 years of age or older by the start of camp Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Child Abuse Prevention - Support 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 Qualifications BehaviorsLeader - Inspires teammates to follow themEnthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest MotivationsAbility to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organizationGrowth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Company:
Ymca Of Metropolitan Chicago
Posted:
May 5 on TopUSAJobs
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