CAMP DESCRIPTION:

Y Camp Spencer is the newest camping facility for the Y in Central Maryland and represents our boldest to date.  Designed as a regional day camp and conference/retreat center, Y Camp Spencer is nestled on over 200 acres of pristine campgrounds.  Mesmerizing mountain views, lush green fields, outdoor pool, amphitheater, gentle wildlife, dining hall, activity buildings, nature and art lodges, hiking trails, horseback riding facility are just a few of the amenities.  Located on the Boy Scout Broad Creek Reservation in Harford County, Camp Spencer will provide a picture perfect, all-inclusive Y camp experience unlike any other in Central Maryland. The vision for Camp Spencer is to provide experiences that last a lifetime in an environment that awakens dreams and allows every camper to build self-confidence, independence, and forge relationships.  

In addition to a first class regional summer day camp program, Y Camp Spencer will operate during the off season providing conference / retreat programs and services, family camp, teen programs, and a host of other enrichment activities.

Successful associates will have a passion to work with campers, support the vision and goals or the Y and Camp Spencer, and have a commitment to excellence in every aspect of the services we provide

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the Director of the Camp Director and responsible to the Camp Program Director, Summer Camp Associates are responsible for planning and leading curriculum-based activities with an assigned group of campers either in a group or as assigned to a specific activity (such as nature, archery, arts and crafts, etc..). Maintains and organizes all equipment/materials for the designated activities to achieve optimum use of resources.  Provides leadership to campers (and assigned associates) and ensures a high-level of program quality and an memorable camper experience.

Demonstrates the Y's commitment to its core values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring and serves as a role model to campers, other associates, guests, and members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow all policies and procedures for maintaining supervision of campers at all times
• Assist with planning of daily activities to meet all curriculum and scheduling requirements
• Assists in the implementation of activities with an activity director, participating and engaging with campers, creating a quality experience with a high-level energy, enthusiasm and great attitude
• Promotes positive character value and in a caring camp environment
• Reports to work on time, and in uniform for all scheduled shifts
• Participate in team meetings
• Adhere to Y operating standards and risk management policies
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, meetings, trainings, planning projects, and leading those as assigned
• All other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

• Relationships
• Communication
• Developing Others
• Inclusion
• Quality Results
• Project Management
• Mission Advancement

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, engage and participate in all camp related activities with campers (swim, sports, crafts), work in extreme outdoor weather conditions (sun, heat, rain) and in various environmental conditions (woods, beaches, fields, streams, nature trails), Accept that quantity of work hours scheduled weekly will fluctuate between 0 and 40, and may include nights and weekend hours.
• Intellectual and cognitive requirements (collaborative, teamwork, decision making, analysis, etc)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically able to successfully complete required job functions, including use of hands, arms, fingers, able to talk and hear, use a computer, sit and stand, enter all YMCA environments (office spaces, indoor and outdoor maintenance/mechanical areas, fitness areas, pool and pool space, camping areas, unimproved outdoor locations and other program areas).

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Supervise groups of 6-30 campers. Supervise associate with groups. Enforce policy and procedures.

Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties.

Must complete all required trainings and as assigned

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position.  The requirements may include background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or criminal background check.

Additional drivers license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.

Required Skills Required Experience

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• The candidate will be a highly energetic team player, able and willing to fully participate in all aspects of the camp day and activities.
• They are able to learn and follow all policies and procedures in order to provide a safe program. They have good communication skills.
• At least 18 years of age
• At least one camp season working with youth, or related experience working with large groups of children and teens

QUALIFICATIONS

• Attend all trainings and meetings within the designated time frame
• Prefered: Formal training and experience in this activity, such as an instructor certificate, or a letter of recommendation from an instructor or previous supervisor in this activity
• Passion for educating youth through traditional and innovative, fun and exciting camp activity instruction

CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support (CPR), AED, Basic First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention Training, and all other required Camp Trainings