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October 29, 2024
YMCA Of Greater Hartford
Colebrook
CONTRACT
Overnight Jr. Camp Counselor
Overnight Jr. Camp Counselor
Salary Starts at $425/week
POSITION PURPOSE
The Junior Counselor is primarily responsible for the safety and well being of campers in their cabin and in camp programs.
1. Assist with the implementation of promotional plans for program(s).
2. Create a climate in the unit that will foster the goals and objectives of the YMCA.
3. Maintain open communication with parents.
4. Provide a safe environment and program for all participants.
5. Demonstrate and promote YMCA Character Development to all members, participants, and community by:
o Respect: to treat others as you would have them treat you; to value the worth of every person, including yourself
o Responsibility: to do what you ought to do; to be accountable for your behavior and your obligations
6. Is familiar with and carries out emergency procedures, building rules and regulations.
7. Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, wearing appropriate uniform and name tag, and prepared for all assignments.
8. When not working with day campers’ rangers will work in clinics and assist with an overnight camp cabin.
11. To participate and work cooperatively in all staff training events and staff meetings.
12. In sympathy with, and committed to, carrying out the Mission of the YMCA of Greater Hartford.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At the YMCA we value the following attributes in personal behavior and believe they are essential to attaining our mission.
1. At least 16 years of age.
2. Prior experience working with children of groups preferred.
3. Person must possess values consistent with the mission of the YMCA.
4. Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR for Professional Rescuer required.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Submit one video essay: Tell us why you want to work at camp, why camp has been important to you and how you’ll be able to positively contribute to the camp experience this summer.
Salary Starts at $425/week
POSITION PURPOSE
The Junior Counselor is primarily responsible for the safety and well being of campers in their cabin and in camp programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assist with the implementation of promotional plans for program(s).
2. Create a climate in the unit that will foster the goals and objectives of the YMCA.
3. Maintain open communication with parents.
4. Provide a safe environment and program for all participants.
5. Demonstrate and promote YMCA Character Development to all members, participants, and community by:
o Caring: to be sensitive to the well-being of others; to help others
o Honesty: to tell the truth; to be worthy of trust; to have integrity
o Respect: to treat others as you would have them treat you; to value the worth of every person, including yourself
o Responsibility: to do what you ought to do; to be accountable for your behavior and your obligations
6. Is familiar with and carries out emergency procedures, building rules and regulations.
7. Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, wearing appropriate uniform and name tag, and prepared for all assignments.
8. When not working with day campers’ rangers will work in clinics and assist with an overnight camp cabin.
9. Support and contribute to a safe, clean environment.
10. Consistently provide friendly, courteous assistance, exceeding camper and parent’s expectations every day, which includes building and maintaining healthy professional relationships with parents, children, host agencies, and staff.
11. To participate and work cooperatively in all staff training events and staff meetings.
12. In sympathy with, and committed to, carrying out the Mission of the YMCA of Greater Hartford.
13. To know and use counselor’s and camper’s names.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
At the YMCA we value the following attributes in personal behavior and believe they are essential to attaining our mission.
- Caring: To be sensitive, understanding, and responsive to the well-being of self and others. Campers needs come before our own.
- Honesty: To be truthful, ethical, trustworthy, sincere, and fair in word and action
- Respect: To value the worth of person and property. Treating others as you would have them treat you
- Responsibility: To recognize, accept and fulfill the obligation to contribute to a better society.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. At least 16 years of age.
2. Prior experience working with children of groups preferred.
3. Person must possess values consistent with the mission of the YMCA.
4. Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR for Professional Rescuer required.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Submit one video essay: Tell us why you want to work at camp, why camp has been important to you and how you’ll be able to positively contribute to the camp experience this summer.
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