Day Camp Site Lead
YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta
Day Camp Site Lead
YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta
Non-profit delivering youth development, health, service
As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.
At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Under the direction of the Youth Development Director, the Day Camp Site Lead will be primarily responsible for supporting theYouth Development Director in running day-to-day camp operations. Theyare responsible forstaff supervision, behavioral management, roster management, and parent communication. This role is crucial forproviding guidance, leadership, values,educationand enjoyment for children servedatcamp.
RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to)"
Supervise, plan, organize,and implement a structured program that supports activities for school-age children in a learning environment.
Ensure that all administrative and programming decisions are guided by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta program standards.
Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
Provide leadership to counselors and campers within camp groups.
Ensure counselors and campers have all supplies and equipment needed for camp activities.
Stay updated on current issuesregardingday camp programs.
Promote, monitor, evaluate,and ensure that all day camp programs run smoothly witha high levelof service to participants.
Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR,Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation and Branch Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA
Assistas needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
Responsible formaintainingand reporting incident/accident paperwork.
Adhere to the YMCA Keeping Kids Safe Policy.
Ensure that lunch and snacksareon time.
Coordinate and supervise all protocols related todropoffand pickup.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be 18 years of age
Highschool degreein progress or completedor GED
2+yearsofprior experience working with school-age children in a group setting
Preferred, minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a day camp setting
Have evidence of current successful completion of biennial training in CPR/First Aid/BLS or complete within30 daysof hire
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Have experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must pass criminal background check, drug test,MVR check,andBFTS background check
Ergonomics:Sitting, bending, stooping, standing, 15% repetitive keyboard work, seeing, verbal communications,liftingto 25 pounds.
Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.
Employment Requirement:
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.
This job posting is subject to change at any time.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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What it does: YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is a nonprofit that serves people of all ages with programs in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility to strengthen communities. How it works: It runs community facilities and programs where people can join as members or volunteer, with activities like fitness classes, child care, camps, and swim, guided by the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and a focus on inclusion. How it differs: It emphasizes a community-based, volunteer-driven model with a triple focus and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for people regardless of background or income. Goal: To strengthen metro Atlanta communities by nurturing children’s potential, improving health and well-being, and supporting neighbors in need.
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