Under the direction of the Camp Director, Youth Program Coordinator, or Senior Camp Counselor and in accordance with the association and policies of the Northern Lights YMCA, the camp counselor will be responsible for the health, welfare and happiness of all campers in his/her care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Create a positive environment conducive to child & staff development.
2. Interact with children, act as a role model.
3. Maintain all YMCA standards values, and rules.
4. Be aware of all safety hazards. Implement first aid, CPR, or AED training if necessary. Be able to recognize symptoms of a concussion. Be sure to record all injuries.
5. Ensure no distraction or interference with the delivery of camp activities (no reading, texting, talking on cell phone, or wearing headphones while on duty).
6. Be always aware of the location of each camper.
7. Crate appropriate lesson plans (encourage positive learning) and enthusiastically facilitate activities. Incorporate YMCA core values in all lesson plans.
8. Ensure safety and cleanliness of program area and equipment.
9. Inform proper staff of equipment needs including first aid.
10. Maintain required current certifications.
11. Assist with PRE/POST camp and water safety duties.
12. Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
13. Provide excellent service to members and participants.
14. Perform other related duties as required.

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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Counselors must have current certification in CPR, First Aid, Heads UP Concussion and AED. Can be completed at training if needed.
2. Must be a mature individual with the ability to operate independently
3. Must have excellent human relation skills and ability to maintain positive communication with program participants, parents, volunteers and staff.
4. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Must have ability to perceive audio & visual alerts for emergency purposes.

Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Be able to participate in physical activity for various amounts of time. (Swimming, hikes, demonstrating game skills, etc,).

Must be able to access all areas of building or off-site location