Job Description

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KEENE FAMILY YMCA - JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Gymnastics Camp Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Builds members\' and the community\'s understanding of the YMCA\'s cause and impact. Instructs group classes in a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures with advocacy for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

Provides direct supervision to a group of children and leadership/supervision to assistant staff in a seasonal day camp setting. Provides positive engagement with youth in a safe, nurturing environment with a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

OUR CULTURE:?

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y\'s commitment to DEI and the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner.

• Leads energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, and camp group classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
• Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
• Builds effective, culturally aware, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA using a DEI lens
• Provide direct supervision and instruction to gymnastics camp participants in accordance with the Gymnastics Coordinator\'s guidelines.
• Assist with planning and setting up lesson plans and structure of camp.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Cultivates strong working relationships with YMCA members, staff, participants, and families.
• Conveys schedule information.
• Follows all YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary and submits them to the Gymnastics Coordinator promptly.
• Reports problems, complaints, or concerns of participants to the Gymnastics Coordinator in a timely fashion.
• Participates in staff meetings, trainings, events, reviews, and other scheduled events.
• Set-up and maintain class equipment use and configuration and be accountable for housekeeping in the gymnastics/PE closet.
• Report damaged equipment to the Gymnastics Coordinator.
• Maintains attendance records in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
• Project a positive, enthusiastic, and professional image on the job at all times.
• Be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently or as a team member.

20. Be punctual and dependable.

21. Wears YMCA staff shirt or name tag at all times.

22. Fulfills any functions designated by the YMCA administration.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS: * At least 18 years of age

• High school graduate or equivalent (if applicable)
• Must pass a background check and finger printing (if applicable)
• Previous experience working with youth preferably in a day camp setting (1 \xe2\x80\x932 years)
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living/education, music (instrumental or songs), dramatic arts, aquatics, sports/PE/recreational games, creative arts, etc.
• Strong Desire to work with youth grades K-8
• Behavioral management skills
• Ability to actively implement program activities.
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible, multi-task.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training completed prior to camp start date.
• Completed health form prior to start date.

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