Camp Kirkwood Summer Crew

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Ever wonder what it takes to make camp the best place to be? Come be a part of our team and find out. We are looking for fun seeking individuals who want to make a positive impact on youth and their community. Crew allows members to have fun while gaining valuable professional development skills they can take with them anywhere. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Serve in Administration, Maintenance, Programing and Kitchen 

2. Coordinate with activity specialist and directors on programing

3. Provide direct supervision to youth while helping staff lead activities 

4. All other duties as assigned by the director 

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be 17 or older

2. Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA.

3. This position requires a good attitude and willingness to learn 

4. Have or willing to obtain First Aid, CPR, or Lifeguard 

5. Willingness to have fun, laugh, and be silly with a love of the outdoors

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to see, hear, and speak clearly.

2. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

3. Must be in good health, able to bend, stand, stoop, walk, climb and work outside in all terrain and weather conditions for extended periods of time. 

4. Must be able to comprehend and communicate written and or verbal instructions.

5. Comfortable working at heights and around water.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys 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.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.