POSTION :

Seasonal Program Staff - Outdoor Education

REPORTS TO

: Camp Director

JOB STATUS

Seasonal / Temporary /

Non-exempt Location :

YMCA Camp Wakonda

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.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Program Staff at Ozarks Regional YMCA ensures that seasonal camping programs meet community needs by implementing existing program activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist in implementation of Outdoor Education program Participate in Outdoor Education training. Facilitate classes and follow curriculum when working with visiting school groups. Facilitate Archery and Firebuilding curriculum. Run lakefront activities such as boating and fishing Predict, prevent, identify and respond to safety issues. Communicate with all guests in a mature, responsible fashion. Assist in program development and advancement. Participate in daily cleaning of program buildings as assigned Work in other departments or program areas as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Collaboration Program/Project Management

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years old with high school diploma or equivalent. Must be available throughout the fall semester (September 1st-November 1st) Must be able to align with and demonstrate the YMCA four core values on a consistent basis. CPR Pro & First Aid Certification required within first 30 days (training can be provided) Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a safety-sensitive position: 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 The employee needs sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.