Teen Summer Day Camp Group Leader

at  YMCA of Southern Arizona

TEEN SUMMER DAY CAMP GROUP LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position supports the work of the YMCA of Southern Arizona, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The position provides direction for teens and implements program curriculum. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on building achievement, a sense of belonging, and relationships among youth and within families.

REQUIREMENTS OF A TEEN SUMMER DAY CAMP GROUP LEADER:

• At Least 18 years of age
• Current Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications or completion within thirty days of hire
• Proof of Health Exam and negative TB test
• High school degree or GED
• At least six months of experience working with multiple children in a recreational setting
• CDA, NAC, CCP, Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in Education or closely related field preferred
• Completion of assigned online training within seven days of hire
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities
• Previous experience with diverse populations and/or the ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds
• Understands the YMCA of Southern Arizona is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Availability Monday through Friday (times based on program needs)

• Implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values and character development.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Actively engages children during all program activities and including ADA accommodations where appropriate. Follows all procedures and standards.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents.
• Engages parents as volunteers to connect them to the YMCA.
• Assist with maintaining program site and equipment to ensure it is hazard-free, clean and well organized.
• Assist with maintaining required program records and inventory of materials.
• Attends and participates in program activities, events, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Adhere to guidelines applicable to Child and Adult Care Food Program.
• Obtain training and/or course work annually within childcare field.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.