A Career with a Cause:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The Y strengthens the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus; youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We are committed to this cause because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. 

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. 

Position Summary:

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Camp Director, the Camp on Campus Guest Instructor will create and implement identified curriculum for the Camp on Campus Programs.  The Instructor will provide a quality experience for children enrolled in the Camp on Campus Summer Program by facilitating a unique curriculum that facilitates learning.  The Camp on Campus Guest Instructor provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies. 

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

* Create an environment of interest, confidence and support, within which children can grow.

• Establish positive relationships with children, staff members, and volunteers; be a positive role model.
• Create and plan a unique curriculum that provides an exciting learning experience for children enrolled in the Camp on Campus Program.
• Implement, and execute the curriculum developed for the identified week.
• Oversee supervision of all children; Maintain that children are never left alone and watched at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping in all program areas.
• Inventory and maintain supplies, get supply requests to the Camp Director.
• Oversee positive reinforcement and redirection of children.
• Maintain a physically and mentally safe environment for the children.
• Actively support and participate in YMCA functions as notified by the Camp Director.
• Attend all required staff meetings.
• Substitute for staff when needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Camp Director.

Experience, Education and Qualifications:

 • Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Work or volunteer experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills are critical to the success of this position.
• Ability to be innovative, adaptive, and resourceful.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with families and children.
• Possesses ability to work well with other staff and to be self-motivating.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and handle multiple demands simultaneously with minimal direction.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service, decision-making, problem solving, team oriented, creative thinking, and leadership skills.
• Possess knowledge of age appropriate activities, developmental milestones, and expectations of children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
• Ability to observe confidentiality.
• Able to work a flexible work schedule. 

Trainings & Certifications:

· Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens and Employee Safety trainings prior to initial assignment to position. 

· Must attend and complete Youth Protection training, as well as any other related Camp on Campus trainings. 

· Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment. 

· CPR/AED and/or First Aid certifications preferred (opportunity provided). 

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

· Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit 

· Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause 

· Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence 

· Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations 

Physical Demands:

Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, type, run, jump, kick, catch, throw, climb, kneel, bend, reach, balance, crouch or crawl, climb and/or balance, reach with hands and arms, handle or feel, stoop, lift/move and carry approximately 35 pounds, and use hands and fingers. Must be able to lift and/or maneuver large gym equipment. Special vision abilities required: distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment:

Duties are performed in an outdoor environment and in a camp group setting; at times camp employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and the risk of injury from children. All camp employees are required to follow the preventive health policies of the Camp at all times. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to above average. Employees will be frequently exposed to a wet/cold, hot/humid climate.