Summer Camp Assistant Unit Lead at Saratoga Regional YMCA – Saratoga Springs, New York
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About This Position
Seasonal Opportunity at the Saratoga Springs branch!
Pay: $17.48/hour
Camp Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm
Position Summary
The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for Summer Camp Assistant Unit Leads and we are excited to have you join our team! Under the direction of the Camp Director, the Assistant Unit Lead supports specific units, consisting of counselors and children, through a schedule of daily activities that allows children to learn and play at the same time, explore the community they live in, participate in sports and swimming and develop positive relationships. This position steps into a variety of roles to support depending on camper to counselor ratio and the unit’s activity. Assistant Unit Leads model the Y's leadership core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Job Perks
- Fun, interactive atmosphere!
- Competitive pay
- No Nights or weekends
- Free YMCA membership
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a passion for working with and nurturing children.
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent; college degree or pursuing a college degree preferred.
- 1 year Experience working with children (youth programs, camp settings or related field); understand the needs of children.
- Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity and utilize effective communication skills.
- Possesses a knowledge of group process – collaborative style of working within a team.
- Must be committed to carry out YMCA mission, camp philosophy, and departmental goals.
- Must possess or be able to retain a current First Aid, Oxygen, and CPR certifications and as required by the specific camp; or successfully complete YMCA provided First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Training upon hire.
The SRYMCA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.