Job Description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you\xe2\x80\x99ll discover more than just a job\xe2\x80\x94you\xe2\x80\x99ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Day Camp Site Supervisor, the Day Camp Site Lead will be responsible for the supervision, implementation, and development of activity plans for a group of children, including assisting in the child\xe2\x80\x99s social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: \xe2\x80\xa2 Assist in overall camp management. \xe2\x80\xa2 Serve as a role model for all youth participating in the day camp program by displaying exemplary behavior at all times. \xe2\x80\xa2 Assist in providing meaningful program for campers (not free play). \xe2\x80\xa2 Ensure a safe and nurturing environment; attending to the needs of campers at all times.

• Welcome parents and campers at all times \xe2\x80\xa2 Assume equal responsibility of general housekeeping tasks. This includes bagging trash, campsite clean up, and bus clean up. \xe2\x80\xa2 Communicate with other staff on a regular basis regarding the care of the campers. \xe2\x80\xa2 Attend all pre-camp trainings for all counseling staff.
• Assist in overall management of day camp group. \xe2\x80\xa2 Have an understanding and follow all emergency procedures on the campsite. \xe2\x80\xa2 React kindly and firmly in a positive manner when disciplining children. \xe2\x80\xa2 Establish and maintain a positive relationship with all coworkers, YMCA staff, YMCA members, program participants and the general public.
• Consciously create a climate in camp to foster the goals and objectives of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit. \xe2\x80\xa2 Adhere to all regulations in accordance to State laws and requirements. \xe2\x80\xa2 Follow all safety, blood borne, and child abuse prevention guidelines. \xe2\x80\xa2 Take proper precautions in keeping children safe at all times.
• Document incidents and accidents by filling out an FYI for parents, and YMCA incident Report forms, submit them to the Camp Site Director. \xe2\x80\xa2 Display character development values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility at all times. \xe2\x80\xa2 Responsible for lesson plan development (weekly) and implementation of the weekly plans with a group of children. \xe2\x80\xa2 Directly supervise day camp counselors and Jr.

counselors, and lead program activities throughout the day. \xe2\x80\xa2 Assist in monitoring the quantity, quality, appearance, maintenance, and storage of all supplies and equipment needed for program delivery. \xe2\x80\xa2 Attend all staff meetings and other activities (i.e. family events) as required.

• Take a leadership role in interacting with youth. EFFECT ON END RESULT: \xe2\x80\xa2 A safe environment for all individuals involved in the program. \xe2\x80\xa2 A quality experience for all individuals involved in the program. \xe2\x80\xa2 A positive image of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit in the community.
• Sound management skills of the various components of the position, including all supervision. \xe2\x80\xa2 The degree to which the needs of the day camp participants, and their families are being met. YMCA COMPETENCIES: \xe2\x80\xa2 Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y\xe2\x80\x99s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.

Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. \xe2\x80\xa2 Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Seeks first to understand the other person\xe2\x80\x99s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. \xe2\x80\xa2 Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.

Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS: \xe2\x80\xa2 Experience working with youth preferred. \xe2\x80\xa2 High school diploma or equivalent required. \xe2\x80\xa2 Meets the requirements set forth by the state-licensing agency. Documentation of DHS clearance prior to starting work, TB skin test within 30 days, and CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Safe certifications are required within 60 days.

• Complete Blood Borne Pathogens training, Redwoods, and concussion trainings as required. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. \xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in all physical activities \xe2\x80\xa2 Ability to sit and stand from a seated position on the floor when interacting with children. \xe2\x80\xa2 Capability to be outside participating for the majority of the day. DISCLAIMER: \xe2\x80\xa2 Must complete successful background screening and drug test for YMCA and all other off-site screenings for partnering organizations. \xe2\x80\xa2 This job description may not be all-inclusive and employee is expected to perform all other duties as assigned by direct management.
• Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management. The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (\xe2\x80\x9cYMCA\xe2\x80\x9d) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law. The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs.

We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.