Unit Leader - Camp Campbell
DescriptionPOSITION
Summary:
This is a year-round position that works with the Outdoor Science School and Childcare departments during the school year, and the Resident Camp during the summer.
During the OSS program, unit leaders will take the lead, or assist with all non-curriculum aspects of the program including volunteer training and supervision, student behavior management, and recreational programming.
During the summer, unit leaders will be responsible for the assigned unit and assist in staff training and development throughout summer season.
Unit Leaders are hired for their unique skills in working a particular age group:
Trailblazers (7-9 year olds), Trekkers (10-12 year olds), Teens (13-15 year olds), Leader in Trainings (15-16 year olds), or Counselor in Trainings (16-17 year olds).
Unit leaders may be asked to assist in shifts at our local childcare sites as needed.
Responsibilities:
Assist the camp leadership team in planning and executing pre-camp and in-service staff training, and creating staff survival manuals Responsible for programs related to specific assigned unit including but not limited to:
evening programs, campfires, morning inspirations, daily and weekly schedules, and skill based program areas Directly supervise and appraise the counselors in assigned unit Maintain proper records as required by camp director Coordinate matters of interest in areas of overlapping responsibility while always seeking the best solution for campers and the camp Check in with counselors in unit daily; provide appropriate support and leadership for each counselor Attend all meals and all camp events (unless cleared by director) Perform chosen coordinator duties each week Use established system for communication with other camp departments Assist in behavior management when needed and document all events Responsible for the health and welfare of campers/staff in assigned unit Be able to communicate and work well with other members of the leadership team
Essential Functions:
Be able to assist with the training of all staff Be able to work and communicate well with a variety of age groups Have visual ability recognize hazards in the camp setting the auditory ability to respond appropriately to those hazards Be able to observe camper and staff behavior in daily camp file, to respond to health and safety concerns, and to deal appropriately with the improper behavior WORK ENVIRONMENT:
To perform this job successfully an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The qualifications and duties listed above, and the physical demands of the position listed here, are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an employee with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
The physical demands of the position include:
Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Ability to climb, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
EFFECT ON END RESULTS:
Successful Camp Program operations by effectively serving the needs of youth and families in our community.
To support and complement other programs and initiatives within the YMCA of Silicon Valley.
Establish positive family communication and teach new skills including building relationships, social skills, independence, and self-reliance skills.
Provide an engaging and fun experience Encourage and deliver positive values and build developmental assets Create an inclusive YMCA centric community and environment that fosters belonging Be responsible for campers and staff safety while reducing and managing risk Mentor and coach youth, peers, and staff; supervise program area; develop program curriculum that supports trying new and varied activities as well as healthy lifestyle choices Requirements
Qualifications:
Experience as a group counselor or staff member in a camp setting (experience at programming in a camp setting preferred) Supervisory experience preferred Flexibility and maturity, with ability to be self-motivated and work with minimum supervision Ability to relate to peers as well as youth effectively CPR and First Aid certified (can be obtained upon hire) Preferred YMCA approved driver YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Change Leadership:
Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.
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.
Philanthropy:
Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.
Volunteerism:
Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.
Collaboration:
Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
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.
Critical Thinking Decision Making:
Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.
Fiscal Management:
Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.
Functional Expertise:
Executes superior technical skills for the role.
Innovation:
Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.
Program/Project Management:
Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Developing Self Others:
Develops self and supports others (e.
g.
:
staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Emotional Maturity:
Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Recommended Skills Cpr Child Care Coaching And Mentoring Corporate Social Responsibility Critical Thinking Customer Relationship Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
This is a year-round position that works with the Outdoor Science School and Childcare departments during the school year, and the Resident Camp during the summer.
During the OSS program, unit leaders will take the lead, or assist with all non-curriculum aspects of the program including volunteer training and supervision, student behavior management, and recreational programming.
During the summer, unit leaders will be responsible for the assigned unit and assist in staff training and development throughout summer season.
Unit Leaders are hired for their unique skills in working a particular age group:
Trailblazers (7-9 year olds), Trekkers (10-12 year olds), Teens (13-15 year olds), Leader in Trainings (15-16 year olds), or Counselor in Trainings (16-17 year olds).
Unit leaders may be asked to assist in shifts at our local childcare sites as needed.
Responsibilities:
Assist the camp leadership team in planning and executing pre-camp and in-service staff training, and creating staff survival manuals Responsible for programs related to specific assigned unit including but not limited to:
evening programs, campfires, morning inspirations, daily and weekly schedules, and skill based program areas Directly supervise and appraise the counselors in assigned unit Maintain proper records as required by camp director Coordinate matters of interest in areas of overlapping responsibility while always seeking the best solution for campers and the camp Check in with counselors in unit daily; provide appropriate support and leadership for each counselor Attend all meals and all camp events (unless cleared by director) Perform chosen coordinator duties each week Use established system for communication with other camp departments Assist in behavior management when needed and document all events Responsible for the health and welfare of campers/staff in assigned unit Be able to communicate and work well with other members of the leadership team
Essential Functions:
Be able to assist with the training of all staff Be able to work and communicate well with a variety of age groups Have visual ability recognize hazards in the camp setting the auditory ability to respond appropriately to those hazards Be able to observe camper and staff behavior in daily camp file, to respond to health and safety concerns, and to deal appropriately with the improper behavior WORK ENVIRONMENT:
To perform this job successfully an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The qualifications and duties listed above, and the physical demands of the position listed here, are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an employee with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
The physical demands of the position include:
Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Ability to climb, push, and pull.
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.
EFFECT ON END RESULTS:
Successful Camp Program operations by effectively serving the needs of youth and families in our community.
To support and complement other programs and initiatives within the YMCA of Silicon Valley.
Establish positive family communication and teach new skills including building relationships, social skills, independence, and self-reliance skills.
Provide an engaging and fun experience Encourage and deliver positive values and build developmental assets Create an inclusive YMCA centric community and environment that fosters belonging Be responsible for campers and staff safety while reducing and managing risk Mentor and coach youth, peers, and staff; supervise program area; develop program curriculum that supports trying new and varied activities as well as healthy lifestyle choices Requirements
Qualifications:
Experience as a group counselor or staff member in a camp setting (experience at programming in a camp setting preferred) Supervisory experience preferred Flexibility and maturity, with ability to be self-motivated and work with minimum supervision Ability to relate to peers as well as youth effectively CPR and First Aid certified (can be obtained upon hire) Preferred YMCA approved driver YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Change Leadership:
Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.
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.
Philanthropy:
Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.
Volunteerism:
Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.
Collaboration:
Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
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.
Critical Thinking Decision Making:
Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgement.
Fiscal Management:
Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.
Functional Expertise:
Executes superior technical skills for the role.
Innovation:
Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.
Program/Project Management:
Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Developing Self Others:
Develops self and supports others (e.
g.
:
staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
Emotional Maturity:
Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Recommended Skills Cpr Child Care Coaching And Mentoring Corporate Social Responsibility Critical Thinking Customer Relationship Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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