Camping Services - Camp Marcil at Round Meadow Summer Camp Team Members

The YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is not only the premiere non-profit in Los Angeles, it is also a great place to work, make a difference in your community and meet like-minded individuals. With twenty-six branches, three camps and over fifty child care sites, the LA Y is a highly-collaborative, rewarding and fun environment where you will discover your passion, grow your career and make an impact!

We believe in the four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and understand that our staff are our biggest asset! We strive to create high-performing, strong teams in each of our branches and are looking for passionate and enthusiastic staff who will help us to strengthen our impact, empower our community and deliver incredible programming!

SUMMARY

To further the mission of the camp through the planning and delivery of a programs that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers' ages and abilities. Assist in the care and maintenance of the specific program and related equipment. Should be available beginning June 6, 2024 through August 6, 2024.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• AGE: Minimum age of 18.
• EDUCATION: High School Diploma
• RELATED EXPERIENCE: no experience needed
• CERTIFICATIONS: Current certification in first aid and CPR (or willing to obtain during employment).
• WORK ENVIRONMENT/MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: must be able to work in an outdoor environment on a daily basis
• This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check. For more information about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Hours and Other Information

• 30 to 40 hours per week
• June 6 - August 6 2024

Qualifications & Requirements

• Camp Marcil at Round Meadow Summer Camp Team Members are Instructors for various programs and are required to teach a specific activity/ program at camp.
• Applicants must demonstrate a strong aptitude in their specialty area and should have experience teaching or coaching children.
• All new applicants must be at least 18-years-old

Specific Program Areas

• Adventure: Outdoor Survival Skills, Hiking & Exploring, Outdoor/ Open Fire Cooking, Astronomy, Orienteering
• Aquatics: lifeguards for pool & lake - Candidates must have current lifeguard certification or must obtain lifeguard certification prior or during staff training (must show very strong swimming skills and be able to demonstrate all strokes efficiently)
• Arts & Crafts: General Arts and Crafts, Drama/ Theater, Drumming/Musicians
• Athletics: Archery, Yoga, Zumba, Gaga
• Challenge Course: Candidates should have former experience and/ or certifications in in High Ropes, Low Ropes, Teambuilding, Zip Lines, Climbing Tower