Outdoor Adventure Specialist (Seasonal)

Worcester, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Temporary

Description

The Curriculum Specialist-Outdoor Adventure at the Greendale Family Branch YMCA is responsible for building implementing and leading the Outdoor Adventure curriculum at summer camp. Outdoor Adventure will include archery fishing fire-building and nature exploration. This role ensures a supportive positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals promotes the potential of all youth and provides a high-quality experience for campers and their families.

This is a summer seasonal position with a start date of June 15th going through August 23rd. Shifts will be Monday-Friday beginning at 8:30am and ending at 4:30pm.

Essential Functions:

1. Work with Camp Directors before camp opening to set up camp program areas and the program for campers.
Attend and participate in all staff trainings and meetings.
Develops and implements a comprehensive Outdoor Adventure curriculum including but not limited to fishing archery fire-building and nature exploration.
Become certified in Archery for summer camps through an external training program planned and paid for by the Greendale YMCA. You will be compensated for your time spent on this training.
Know the safety protocols required to perform certain risky activities such as archery and fire-building and ensure the safety of all children during such activities. Furthermore understands our campus safety guidelines and which areas are appropriate and not appropriate for activity.
Facilitates daily Outdoor Adventure instruction and activities ensuring they are engaging developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant.
Increases campers knowledge of the outdoors and survival skills.
Uses our outdoor spaces creatively and safely while creating a traditional adventurous summer camp atmosphere.
Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth; models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
Is responsible for curriculum (substitute plan) in case of absence whether sudden or planned.
Be flexible and show willingness to work with all age groups.
Commit to working at least 8 weeks of camp. If you need time-off it MUST be approved prior to hiring.
Must be able to work at least 8:30AM-4:30PM every day of the week.
Maintain camp area in an orderly fashion and keep free of trash and garbage.
Know the whereabouts of all campers in the group at all times.
Observe and enforce all safety regulations.
Learn the likes and dislikes of each participant in the assigned group.
Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving in the group.
Develop opportunities for interaction between campers and staff.
Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success during camp.
Provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns.
Work in tandem with our directors and Integration Specialists to ensure each camper has the opportunity to excel.
Instruct campers in emergency procedures such as fire drills missing child drill etc.
Help campers plan their participation in camp-wide programs and special events.
Set a good example for campers/others including cleanliness punctuality sharing clean up chores and sportsmanship.
Encourage respect for personal property camp equipment and facilities.
Maintain good public relations with campers parents/guardians.
Fill out injury and incident reports correctly and thoroughly for all cases of camper misbehavior and injury.
Fill out injury report form for self and let supervisor know immediately if injured on job.
Administer first-aid and CPR as necessary.
Evaluate the current season and make suggestions for the following season.
Assist in storing all materials and supplies at the end of day week and season.
Support the mission of the YMCA of Central Massachusetts.
Follows all policies procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g. safety and emergency procedures behavior guidance strategies child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains program site equipment and required program records.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; coursework and/or credits in art education or similarly relevant field.
Experience in several artistic mediums required.
Experience in curriculum building and project implementation in a childcare setting preferred.
Meets minimum age standards as established by state law and/or the Y.
CPR First Aid and AED certifications required.
Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
Previous experience working with children in a camp setting preferred.
Previous experience working with diverse populations.
Ability to develop positive authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Job Type: Seasonal

Schedule: 40 hours per week. Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Pay: $18.50/hr. Plus access to YMCA facilities for all YMCA Employees & Employee Assistance Program available

If this sounds like something you interested in and want to apply please submit your online application with your resume today.

About Us:

The Y: Were for youth development healthy living and social responsibility.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our the Y we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are a safe place for children teens and vulnerable populations and all staff regardless of their role within the organization are required to ensure the trust that families place in us is earned each and every day. Child protection is every employees job and employees may not begin work until they are trained. 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 strengthen our community beginning with you.

Salary Description

$18.50/hr

Required Experience:

TemporaryDescriptionThe Curriculum Specialist-Outdoor Adventure at the Greendale Family Branch YMCA is responsible for building implementing and leading the Outdoor Adventure curriculum at summer camp. Outdoor Adventure will include archery fishing fire-building and nature exploration. This role ens...