Student: Summer Camp - Counselor

SE02904

3J5SE: Student Employment

Lexington, KY

Off Campus

$10.00 / Hour

Student

Part-Time

Part-time Monday-Friday, schedule varies between 6:30am/7:00am – 6:30pm. (May – August)

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with the university.

Job Summary
Responsible for the supervision, management and safety of children. Responsible for directing activities and executing daily lesson plans. The counselor will work with other staff toward providing a program to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual and mental growth.

Principle Activities

• assisting the site director or camp director in providing a quality curriculum that includes adult directed activities and center choices that takes into consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the YMCA

• assume responsibility for the safety of the children at all times

• implement daily/weekly/monthly lesson plans under the supervision of the site director or camp director

• be responsible for daily record keeping and adherence to all requirements

• be in charge if the site director is absent and asks you to do so

• uphold the association’s child protection policies, child abuse and neglect guidelines and proper reporting procedures

• manage the program’s resources responsibly

• attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the YMCA and the Cabinet for Human Resources

• directing and assisting the daily cleaning and maintenance of the space and/or facility

• attend parent conferences if necessary

• meet the individual needs of all children including but not limited to changing diapers/personal care

• assist in the planning and implementation of parent-child activities

• continue professional development through community involvement, reading and further education

• assume any other duties as directed by your supervisor and the YMCA administration

• establish and maintain positive relationships and open communication with other staff, parents, children and school administration and faculty

• meet the individual needs of all children at the site regardless of group placement

• control and maintain supplies and inventory

• prepare daily snack for the children

• be prepared to work school’s day out programs

• support and implement healthy eating and physical activity initiatives (HEPA)
  

Essential Functions

• must be able to supervise the children by sight and sound at all times

• must have oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults

• must be able to move freely and quickly through the building and outside

• must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications

• must be able to remain alert while on duty

• must be able to comprehend and implement state licensing rules as they relate to child care

• basic record keeping

• basic mathematical skills with speed and accuracy

• must be able to lift 50 pounds at least 3 feet off the ground
  

• A program that is built upon developmentally appropriate practices in which children are encouraged to grow to their full potential.

• A program that is respectful and supportive of families.

• A program that meets the highest standards of quality.

• A safe, warm, friendly atmosphere that contributes to the YMCA vision to build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.
  

• FREE city-wide YMCA membership

• Discounted Program Fees

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Training Opportunities
  

Entry Requirements

• must be at least 18 years of age

• must have obtained a high school diploma/GED (proof must be provided)

• must have the ability to work well with children in cooperation with other staff, parents and host facility

• must be able to perform essential functions as listed

• must agree to all applicable criminal record checks

• must obtain a TB test (paid by the YMCA)
  

• must obtain a TB test

• must obtain CPR And First Aid certifications

• must understand the needs of children ages 3-14

• must communicate well with others and have sound decision making skills, versatility, initiative, and strong human relation skills

• learn state licensing regulations as they apply to the program and assist in maintaining them

• must attend YMCA required training

• must attend state required Orientation 1 & 2, Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma(PAHT), & eighteen hours of annual trainings within required time frame
  

06/13/2021

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05/24/2021