Created: 05-01-24
Last Login: 02-07-25
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Day Camp Counselor
Description: Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly Job Title: Day Camp Counselor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Type: Seasonal Reports to: Site Coordinator Seasonal Staff Benefits: Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years) Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller Team member referral program Employee engagement and appreciation activities Employee assistance program Growth and development opportunities Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged Summary/Objective Day Camp Counselors provide a safe and fun atmosphere where children can make new friends, learn new skills, and enjoy being outside. Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you. Essential Functions Provides positive leadership and guidance to children in their camp groups. Develops and implements creative and meaningful activities in one or more of the following areas: archery, fishing, stream exploration, nature activities, gaga ball, group games, team building activities, and field games. Participates in the duties of extended care, swimming, and bus supervision. Takes responsibility for maintaining discipline in assigned groups. Attends all assigned Family Night programs and mandatory meetings or trainings. Applies basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth. Implements safety guidelines and assures campers are properly always supervised Participates as a member of the camp staff team to deliver opening/closing ceremonies, theme week activities, rainy day activities, and family nights Works with a co-counselor to be responsible for a group of 8 to 16 campers throughout the day. Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity. YMCA Competencies Mission Advancement: Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Collaboration: Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Relationships: Builds rapport and relates to others. Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Operational Effectiveness: Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Change Capacity: Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have supervisory responsibilities of any staff. Work Environment Day Camp is held in a variety of community and Y locations. These locations include the YMCA at the Essentia Wellness Center, North Star Academy, Concordia Lutheran Church, local hiking trails, outdoor parks, Y locations, and other indoor and outdoor environments. All day camp staff will encounter uneven walking conditions and a variety of weather conditions. Physical Demands 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. Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff. Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques. Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and facilities and camper and staff behavior. Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Operates with daily exposure to the sun and heat and exposure to various animals, plants, and environmental conditions. Occasionally sit, climb, or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work The Day Camp Counselor is a seasonal position. Shifts options include 6:30AM-1PM, or 12PM-6:30PM. Day Camp programming runs Monday through Friday, however some weekend and evening hours for staff development and training may be required. Staff who work 2-3 shifts per week will be granted a maximum of 4 shifts off, and staff who work 4-5 shifts per week will be granted a maximum of 8 shifts off over the duration of summer programming. Staff may use any earned part-time paid time off to cover these shifts as well. Travel Travel is not required for this position. Required Education and Experience At least 16 years of age (or older). Obtain certification in First Aid/CPR (YMCA provides this training during the first week of staff training) within 60 days of hire. Able to accompany campers to main program areas, lead small and large group activities, supervise campers’ participation in structure and unstructured activities, demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served, interact appropriately with campers and staff in all types of situations, appropriately model behavior, and use of positive behavior management techniques. Able to assist campers in emergency (fire, severe weather, injury, etc.). Must have enthusiasm, patience, creativity, common sense, and a commitment to work with children and ability to build relationships with people. Commitment to supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment. Preferred Education and Experience Previous experience working with children. Previous experience in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, boating, camping, sports, aquatics, or recreational games. Demonstrate effective communication. Enthusiasm, patience, creativity, common sense and a commitment to working with children. Additional Eligibility Qualifications The Day Camp Counselor will be required to pass a Minnesota DHS Netstudy2.0 background check. EEO Statement The Duluth Area Family YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Publish Date: 02-07-25
Member Services Representative
Description: Job Title: Member Services Representative FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Type: Part-Time Reports to: Membership Experience Director Pay: $15/hour Primarily Hiring for Thursday & Friday evenings, and Saturday Part-Time Benefits: Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years) Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked) Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller Team member referral program Employee engagement and appreciation activities Employee assistance program Growth and development opportunities Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged Summary/Objective Delivers excellent service to all members, guests, and program participants. Responds to member and guest needs, promotes memberships, and programs, and maintains cleanliness and organization of the lobby area. Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. Essential Functions Provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants in the branch and on the phone, contributing to member retention. Interviews and/or tours prospective members; sells memberships; completes merchandise sales. Builds relationships with members; helps members connect with one another and to the YMCA. Handles and resolves membership concerns and informs supervisor of unusual situations or unresolved issues. Applies all YMCA policies dealing with member services. Fold and hand out towels; maintain desk and lobby cleanliness Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity. YMCA Competencies Values: Accept and demonstrate the Y’s values Community: Desire to serve others and fulfill community needs Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others Developing Others: Take the initiative to assist in developing others Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another Change Capacity: Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process Supervisory Responsibility This position does not involve any supervision responsibilities. Work Environment This position operates mainly at the front desk of the building. Typical office materials are located here. This is the main area where members come to check in, so there can be times where it can get busy and noise levels can rise. Physical Demands 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. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a part-time position. The building is open weekdays and weekends and hours for shifts will depend on the needs of the front desk area. Travel This position does not require any traveling. Required Education and Experience Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills; detail oriented. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds. Previous customer service, sales, or related experience; ability to multi-task. Basic knowledge of computers. CPR/First Aid and AED certified. Training can be provided upon hire and must be obtained within 60 days. Higher levels of certification are accepted. Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment. Additional Eligibility Qualifications Must be able to successfully pass a background check. EEO Statement The Duluth Area Family YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Publish Date: 01-30-25