Summer Camp Counselor - YMCA of Northwest North Carolina
Summer Camp Counselor - YMCA of Northwest North Carolina
Summer Camp Counselor - YMCA of Northwest North Carolina
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<strong>YMCA</strong> OF NORTHWEST NORTH CAROLINA JOB VACANCY LISTING<br />
<strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong>s (Traditional k-5, Sports, and Teen)<br />
Davie Family <strong>YMCA</strong><br />
Brief Description:<br />
Every wanted to be a Rock Star? Well there are opportunities this summer at the Davie Family <strong>YMCA</strong> to become a camp<br />
counselor and feel like a Rock Star every day. Your campers will chant your name, want to dress like you, and think you are<br />
the coolest person who ever lived. You will have the opportunity to develop amazing friendships that last a lifetime and<br />
positively impact the lives <strong>of</strong> the kids you work with.<br />
Branch:<br />
Hours/Days:<br />
Status:<br />
Starting Salary:<br />
Reports to:<br />
Davie Family <strong>YMCA</strong><br />
6:30am-6:00pm (variety <strong>of</strong> shifts available up to 30 hours/week)<br />
Part time/Seasonal/ Non-Exempt<br />
$7.50 - $10.00 (starting salary based on experience)<br />
Program Director<br />
Qualifications:<br />
Must be 18 yrs <strong>of</strong> age with a high school diploma or GED and have a strong desire and ability to work with children<br />
outdoors for up to 5 hours at a time, and to relate to one’s peer group. Candidates should have the ability to accept<br />
supervision and guidance from camp supervisors, and provide strong customer service to parents at all times. Ability to<br />
assist in teaching an activity such as: arts and crafts, archery, swimming, group games, character development and<br />
teambuilding. Good character, integrity, and adaptability, enthusiasm, sense <strong>of</strong> humor, patience, and self- control. Must be<br />
willing lead songs, participate in skits, dress up according to the weekly theme <strong>of</strong> camp, and encourage campers to do the<br />
same. Punctuality and flexibility are key. Ability to demonstrate the five character development traits <strong>of</strong> the <strong>YMCA</strong> (caring,<br />
honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith). <strong>Counselor</strong>s are expected to swim daily with the campers. Must attend<br />
mandatory staff training on June 1st and obtain CPR/First Aid Certification, as well as all other camp trainings and staff<br />
meetings throughout the summer. Comfortable with leading devotions and assemblies as needed. Stress management skills<br />
are a must.<br />
Preferred candidates will have completed NCECC B.S.A.C. CPR/FA certifications and meet all other qualifications to serve as<br />
a consular for licensed childcare facility.<br />
Submit Application or Resume to:<br />
Christa Moser, Youth Director (Traditional K-5)<br />
Davie Family <strong>YMCA</strong> 215 Cemetery Street, Mocksville, NC 27028<br />
(ph) 336-751-9622, (fax) 336-751-9420<br />
Email: c.moser@ymcanwnc.org<br />
Sean Halstead, Teen/Sports Coordinator (Teen/Sports)<br />
Davie Family <strong>YMCA</strong> 215 Cemetery Street, Mocksville, NC 27028<br />
(ph) 336-751-9622, (fax) 336-751-9420<br />
Email: s.halstead@ymcanwnc.org<br />
Cut<strong>of</strong>f date for applying: Until Filled<br />
Our Mission: Helping people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. Revised: 1-2011
Name: ______________________ ____________________Phone Number: __________________________________<br />
<strong>YMCA</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong><strong>North</strong>west</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong><br />
Application Questionnaire<br />
2013 <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> Program<br />
Thank you for your interest in becoming a <strong>YMCA</strong> <strong>Summer</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong>. Please fill out the following<br />
questionnaire and return along with a Job Application to the Front Desk <strong>of</strong> the <strong>YMCA</strong> location you are<br />
interested in working. Upon review <strong>of</strong> the questionnaire you will be contacted about additional steps<br />
in the hiring process.<br />
We are looking for the following <strong>Counselor</strong> qualifications.<br />
<strong>Counselor</strong>s who:<br />
‣ Will be nurturing to all participants<br />
‣ Will give love and accept ALL children despite any type <strong>of</strong> diversity<br />
‣ Is caring, is honest, is respectful, and is responsible so you may foster cooperation,<br />
trust, integrity, and accountability for actions.<br />
‣ Can develop leadership and decision- making skills through social interaction and group<br />
activities<br />
PLEASE PLAN ON COMPLETING 40 HOURS OF JOB TRAINING PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP.<br />
EVERYONE MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND OUR ASSOCIATION TRAINING JUNE 1st AND ALL ADDITIONAL<br />
TRAININGS HELD BY YOUR CAMP DIRECTOR.<br />
Our Mission: Helping people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. Revised: 1-2011
Please number in order <strong>of</strong> preference the following positions you are applying:<br />
_____ <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong> (K-1 st grade) _____<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong> (2 nd -3 rd grade) _____ <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong> (4 th - 5 th grade)<br />
_____<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong> ( 6 th -9 th grade)<br />
_____<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Counselor</strong> (Sports)<br />
On the following list, please check those activities in which are qualified to assist and circle those for which you feel you<br />
could assume major responsibility:<br />
_____Soccer _____Basketball _____Wiffle Ball _____Flag Football<br />
_____Cheerleading _____Tennis _____Floor Hockey _____Arts and Crafts<br />
_____Dance _____Singing _____Tetherball ______Archery<br />
_____Canoeing _____Kickball _____Drama ______Drawing/Painting<br />
_____Story Time _____Nature Lore _____Cooking _____Spanish<br />
1. Why are you interested in becoming a <strong>YMCA</strong> summer camp counselor?<br />
2. What do you hope to gain from this position?<br />
3. What would you say are your strengths in working with children in a group setting?<br />
4. Describe any prior affiliation(s) you or your family has had with the <strong>YMCA</strong> and their programs?<br />
5. Describe any previous camping and/or camp counselor experiences you have had.<br />
6. List some life skill clinics that you would feel comfortable leading. (Examples: Changing a tire/oil, Laundry, sewing,<br />
cosmetology etc)<br />
Our Mission: Helping people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. Revised: 1-2011
Please complete the following sentences with your first thought. Please be short, but complete<br />
with your response. Thank you.<br />
People<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> counselors<br />
The campers’ parents<br />
I can’t<br />
I am very<br />
The most important thing<br />
for me at camp is<br />
A counselor should<br />
Disobedient campers<br />
The main purpose <strong>of</strong> camp<br />
is<br />
I need<br />
What I like best about<br />
camp is<br />
Children who trouble me<br />
most<br />
As a counselor, I want<br />
Children get on my nerves<br />
when<br />
My fellow counselors<br />
<strong>Camp</strong>ers are best when<br />
My greatest worry about<br />
camp<br />
My favorite subject in<br />
school is/was and why<br />
Our Mission: Helping people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. Revised: 1-2011
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