Summer Day Camp Site Supervisor

Apply by August 31, 2024 ROLE STATEMENT: In your role at the Y, you are in a unique position to change someone’s life.
Whether you work in wellness, membership, aquatics, youth development or any other area of the Y, you are working for a cause.
You are a cause-driven leader and we recognize that building relationships are critical to strengthening our members, volunteers, staff, and our community, as well as the overall health of our Y.
When you intentionally build relationships, you provide: A stronger sense of community and belonging Value to the individuality and uniqueness of others A better opportunity to share our Christian Mission Meaningful guidance to improve the health of others Mentoring opportunities to promote socially responsible living The work you do really matters.
Our goal is to provide the training and resources needed to be successful, consistent, and intentional in building relationships at the Y.
POSITION SUMMARY: Professional Role Models wanted.
Be a leader during our #SuperSummer this summer season.
We are hiring Site Supervisors for children in grades K-8 for our Summer Day Camp.
Site Supervisors ensure that campers have the best summer of their lives in a safe environment, parents feel great about the experience and environment provided for their children, and counselors have the coaching and guidance to excel at their jobs.
As a Site Supervisor, you will coordinate, assist, and supervise counselors in leading age appropriate activities for their K-8 campers, including but not limited to, character development, reading, personal fitness, arts and crafts, swimming, STEM, devotions, singing, sports, and games.
Additional responsibilities include: providing the best customer service to parents and program participants, assisting with record keeping and reports, and providing key leadership in family events and team meetings.
A Site Supervisor must be a team player, organized, able to take initiative, and be recognized as a leader by others.
Occasional extended and/or non-traditional hours and/or other duties may be required.
The ideal candidate will build strong working relationships with their direct supervisor and the staff at the branch where they are located, and should be able to work with minimal supervision.
In our summer programs, we live by the core values of the Y.
We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing and determined cause-driven individuals who function together as a strong team.
We value cooperation and strong communication among our staff team and are looking for the best candidates to make 2024 the #SuperSummer! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Coordinates the site in accordance with YMCA guidelines, ensuring all program curriculum and materials are prepared accordingly and accessible.
Builds effective, authentic relationships with staff, students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
Maintains records as required (i.
e.
site checklist, attendance, food service, staff & student forms, etc.
).
Attends staff meetings and training as scheduled.
Selected candidates must be able to attend the Association Camp Training on Saturday June 1, 2024.
Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Completes corrective action, discipline, incident, and accident reports as necessary.
Ensures that the site is kept organized and all supplies are put away daily.
Reports damaged equipment.
Required to Participate in Aquatics Activities (Including Swimming, or Deck Supervision).
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
Supports fund-raising.
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’s 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.
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.
Must be 21 years or older Experience working with children and a diverse community Desire and ability to work with all ages Desire to lead from the front, role modeling expectations for team Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to apply proactive team management techniques and employ conflict resolution with team as needed.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
Sit, Stand, or maintain physical activity for extended periods of time (including outside and in the pool!) 2-4 years of supervisory experience preferred CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred Ability to work a variable schedule, usually between 6:45am and 6:00pm, as well as event coverage on select nights and weekends.