The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is not only the premiere non-profit in LA, it’s also a great place to work, make a difference in your community and meet like-minded individuals.
The LA area is home to the second largest YMCA Association in the US, with 26 branches, 3 resident camps and over 50 child care sites.
The LA Y is a highly-collaborative, rewarding and fun environment where you will discover your passions, grow your career and make an impact!
We believe in the four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and understand that our staff are our biggest asset!
We strive to create high-performing, strong teams in each of our branches and are looking for passionate and enthusiastic staff who will help us to strengthen our impact, empower our community and deliver incredible programming!
At the Y, we nurture the potential of every child and teen by supporting their unique youth development journey through holistic programming.
From cradle to career, we provide all youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life.
With so many demands on today’s families and the increased focus on early brain development, families need all the support they can get to nurture their child’s potential.
Our YMCA distance learning support day camp programs focus on holistically nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place for children to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Children have the opportunity to explore nature, find their talents, try new activities, gain independence and make lasting friendships and memories.
And, of course, they have a lot of fun too!
Although the YMCA has had to pivot its programming in response to the COVID-19 national health emergency and put extra safety measure and precautions in place, one thing remains the same: at the YMCA, it is easy for every child to live, grow and thrive!
Position Description
The YMCA is looking for Youth Program Leaders to support Summer Day Camp programs on school campuses throughout the Greater Los Angeles area.
If you are an enthusiastic, child oriented individual, this may be the perfect summer job for you!
Support campers in a Summer Day Camp program, with daily activities, arts & crafts, sports & games, recreation, STEAM, enrichment, service learning, community projects and more!
Summer Day Camp programs are located in indoor and/or outdoor environments.
Shifts are typically between 7:30am-1:00pm and 12:45pm-6:15pm.
Programs begins June 14, 2021 and ends July 30, 2021; position requires some pre-camp trainings.
All positions are part-time and seasonal.
Qualifications
Eighteen years or older High School Diploma or equivalent Experience working with School-Age children.
Strong character values, communication skills, emotional maturity.
Current First Aid, Adult, Infant and Child CPR Certifications (if you are not currently First Aid/CPR certified, the YMCA will provide a certification course to you, free-of-charge).
TB test from within the past 4 years (if you do not have a recent TB test, the YMCA will connect you to our health partners to obtain a TB test, free-of-charge).
Attend all training sessions Willing to adhere to all current health orders related to COVID-19 safety and precaution (face coverings, physical distancing, good hygiene, etc.).
School Districts require weekly COVID-19 testing, which is offered to all YMCA employees by the school district for free-of-charge.
Responsibilities
Engage with School-Age program in a traditional summer day camp program.
This includes, leading and engaging with you in arts and crafts, sports and games, recreational activities, enrichment, health and safety, daily activities and curriculum.
Managing a day camp cohort of up to 20 children in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Maintaining an environment that maintains all health orders related to COVID-19: physical distancing, face coverings, hand washing breaks, visual health assessments, etc.
Nurtures students through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
Maintains close visual supervision of a group of assigned students in a weekly session and in alignment with program ratios set by the YMCA.
Ensure that no child is left unsupervised or staff alone with a child at any time.
Help student manage behavior using a positive approach, including proactive strategies, redirection and using constructive discipline with natural and logical consequences.
Actively supports the YMCA is committed to inclusion and compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) where appropriate.
Planning, preparation and leading weekly activities and enrichment with an emphasis of the outdoor environment, developmentally appropriate, culturally relevant, and within the guidelines of the YMCA’s program standards and the current health orders related to COVID-19.
Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards, maintains site
and equipment, and maintains required program records in accordance YMCA
expectations.
Makes ongoing, observations of each child.
Communicates with supervisor regarding
child’s development.
Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents.
Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
Attends and participates in family events, program activities, staff meetings and trainings.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary
situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
Follows reporting procedures and
proactively responds to situations to ensure a safe environment for all involved.
Understands and complies with current federal, state, local regulations.
Maintains positive relationship with parents, other YMCA team members and community
partners.
Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
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