Waterfront Coordinator

Waterfront Coordinator - YMCA Camp Carson

Seasonal Paid Position with housing and meals included.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Senior Program Director and the guidance of the Program Director and Program Manager, the Waterfront Coordinator is responsible for the supervision of a group of staff, a direct area of camp they are responsible for, and general supervision of campers during all camp gatherings and activities

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:

· Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.

· Complete required abuse risk management training.

· Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.

· Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.

· Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

· Assume responsibility for the planning, preparing, and executing of:

• Pre-camp set-up of the waterfront and evaluation of the waterfront equipment and structures
• Supervise and manage all waterfront activity leaders, lifeguards, and lookouts
• Develop and maintain a Waterfront Program Manual
• Schedule of staff and campers into waterfront program areas
• Perform daily visual observation of all waterfront staff
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of all boats, supplies, and equipment in the waterfront area

· Supervise daily and evaluate weekly the waterfront activity staff members

· Maintain all ACA, Indiana State, and YMCA policies in regards to lifeguarding and safety of the waterfront

· Maintain a positive attitude that builds a culture of support among peers, and allows children and staff to feel accepted, challenged, and empowered

· Maintain a safety-oriented environment at camp and on off-site trips

• Take part in lost swimmer drills, missing camper drills, and other drills as needed
• Reporting safety risks/hazards to Program Directors/Maintenance

· Watches out for the health and safety of his/her staff and campers, especially regarding the following

• Manages the behavior of staff and campers, especially regarding physical, emotional, or verbal abuse of others
• Appropriate and diligent use of sunscreen, bug spray, encouraging hygienic activities (handwashing, brushing of teeth, showering), observing for signs of illness (sniffles, rashes, blisters, itching, etc.), and ensuring campers receive adequate rest, food, and water

· Takes an active role in all parts of Camp culture when on site, including but not limited to the following:

• Attending and taking part in morning chapel, supervising and engaging with staff and kids at the dining hall – encouraging healthy and pleasant meals, leading devotions in the cabin, taking part in all camp games or activities, leading cabin activities in the afternoon, preparing to meet and greet families on Opening and Closing Day, as well as attending all staff meetings.

· Maintaining a positive Camp Program on and off-site

• Delivering safe, fun, challenging programming that promotes skill development
• One site: Keeping up with planning and executing themes, evening programs, Wednesday afternoon programming, campouts, Hootenanny, BMS (body, mind, and spirit), and weekly scheduling of own specific roles.

· Assume an active role to incorporate nature, conservation, and earth awareness

· Assume additional responsibilities deemed necessary by camp directors

· Be an agent of light-hearted inspiration and creativity

· Ability to serve and respond in a positive, respectful, timely, and caring manner to a diverse group of staff and campers – ultimately serving the mission of YMCA of Southwestern Indiana, Inc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum age of 21 preferred.

· Proven Leadership ability with organizational skills and a talent for developing and leading a staff team

· Possess a variety of skills and experience with youth

· A commitment to working with a diverse staff and camper population to the fulfillment of YMCA goals

· Certified in CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen, and Bloodborne Pathogen training required within 60 days of start date

· Valid driver’s license preferred.

· Child Abuse Prevention training required before/on the first day of working with consumers

· Adhere to YMCA policies and procedures

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· The employee will be in an environment where they will be walking at least 3 miles a day, standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, sitting, climbing, and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

· The employee will be in a fast-paced, youth-centered, and changing environment and will need to be capable of effective and appropriate mental, emotional, and social interactions. They will also need to possess the strength and stamina to maintain a constant and engaging supervision of campers for up to 9 weeks, given two hours off per day and 24 consecutive hours off per week of work, granted during the breaks between sessions. Stamina includes the ability to remain alert, friendly and courteous, and patient. There will be prolonged periods of social interactions, often without individual alone time.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

PAY

$440 /Week