POSITION PURPOSE

Under direction of Senior Counselor, the Counselor is expected to guide campers throughout the camping experience and assist in planning daily camping activities and programs; ensure safety and well-being of campers; supervise campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of each child in your direct care at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by DHS.
• Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
• Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures
• Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being
• Counselors should be able to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior
• Adhere to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents. Ensure a safe environment.
• Serve as role model for campers by arriving to camp, meetings and activities at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations.
• Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
• Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
• Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair.
• Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• At least 18 years old
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Have experience working with children and at least six months experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
• Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend 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.
2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend required abuse risk management training.
   • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
   • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
   • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
   • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
   • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
3. Supervisors and administrators will:
   • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
   • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

• Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
• A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

• Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

• Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
• As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
• CARI/CHRI
• Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
• Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 23 – August 29, 2025

Hours: 25-30 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $15.75

Requirements: Must be 18 years of age and high school graduate or equivalent. Must have some experience with youth.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction and supervision of the Sawmill Camp Director and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the Hamilton Area YMCA, the Sawmill Camp Nurse is an integral part of the preparation and execution of the camps health system at the Sawmill Branch. The job is responsible for the maintenance of first aid supplies and kits, preparation and distribution of allergy lists for each camp as well as ensuring camper’s medication is current with the assistance of the Camp Director. The Camp Nurse will provide supervision and training staff in medical related responses and responding to all emergencies that arise within the camp program and any other areas listed under the essential functions. He/she will also have proven ability to relate to people. The Sawmill Camp Nurse will complete all other duties and projects as assigned or required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains and renews any licensing requirements and/or certifications for a CPR, First Aid and AED.
• Attends the YMCA Child Abuse Prevention/Blood Bourne Pathogen Training offered during camp training – Mandatory for all staff (New and Returning).
• Assists the Sawmill Camp and Program Director in developing allergy lists and reviewing proper medical procedures and prevention.
• Oversees the first aid supply inventory and assists in ordering additional supplies within the camp budget.
• Coordinates with the Camp Directors with labeling and tracking of all medications for each camper to ensure no medication is expired. All expired medication must be returned to the parent/guardian and adherence to standard operating procedure for proper disposal of expired medication must be followed.
• Reviews all medical authorization forms on the day they are submitted by the parent and all individual medical log books on a weekly basis.
• Knowledge of allergic conditions of campers and the ability to respond appropriately.
• Completes all follow-up forms on incident reports within 24 hours of submission or as otherwise stated in the standard operating procedures.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
• Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Minimum of two (2) years professional experience SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Working knowledge of YMCA Policies
• Excellent communication skills CERTIFICATIONS
• Must possess all CPR, First Aid and AED Certifications
• Must possess all Current Nursing Licensure requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend 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.
2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend required abuse risk management training.
   • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
   • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
   • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
   • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
   • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
3. Supervisors and administrators will:
   • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
   • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

• Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
• A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

• Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

• Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
• As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
• CARI/CHRI
• Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
• Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

OTHER

At the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission

Dates: Monday - Friday from June 23 - August 29, 2025

Hours: 40 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $20-$24 pending certifications and experience

Requirements: The Camp Nurse must be certified in CPR and First Aid for the Professional Rescuer. A RN license is preferred.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under direction of Senior Counselor, the Junior Counselor is expected to guide campers throughout the camping experience and assist in planning daily camping activities and programs; ensure safety and well-being of campers; supervise campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of each child in your direct care at all times. Adhere to small group/ratio established by DHS.
• Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
• Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures
• Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being
• Counselors should be able to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior
• Adhere to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents. Ensure a safe environment.
• Serve as role model for campers by arriving to camp, meetings and activities at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations.
• Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
• Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
• Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair.
• Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• At least 16-17 years old
• In High school
• Have some type of experience working with children and willing to learn in their role
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
• Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend 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.
2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend required abuse risk management training.
   • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
   • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
   • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
   • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
   • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
3. Supervisors and administrators will:
   • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
   • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

• Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
• A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

• Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

• Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
• As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
• CARI/CHRI
• Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
• Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 23 – August 29, 2025

Hours: 25-30 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $15.50

Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age and enrolled in high school. Experience working with youth is preferred.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction and supervision of the Camp Director and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Member Service Representative is responsible for the successful daily operations of the Member Service Desk and troubleshooting membership operations. The Member Service Representative will also be responsible for assisting with member requests while maintaining positive interaction with the members. He/she will complete all other duties and projects as assigned or required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Possesses an understanding of and be able to perform all responsibilities of the member service representative, ensuring that all members are taken care of.
• Thoroughly understands the YMCA policies, literature, and program information.
• Understands and utilizes the membership database with the ability to process transactions.
• Exhibits, understands and follows all Hamilton Area YMCA Member Service Desk policies and procedures including sub policies.
• Ability to work in collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results.
• Answers questions and makes responsible decisions for the member service representatives following all policies of the YMCA.
• Knowledgeable of the tasks that need to be completed at the front desk for member service representatives to be sure that they are working during their shift.
• Uncovers opportunities to upgrade members and/or to introduce members to other offerings available to them.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
•  Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
• Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.
  

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma required
• Working knowledge or the ability to learn Membership Database

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend 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.
2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend required abuse risk management training.
   • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
   • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
   • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
   • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
   • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
3. Supervisors and administrators will:
   • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
   • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

• Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
• A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

• Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

• Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
• As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
• CARI/CHRI
• Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
• Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.
  

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 23^rd – August 29^, 2025

Hours: 20 hours per week 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Hourly Rate: $16.00

Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and must have a high school diploma.

POSITION PURPOSE

Senior Camp Counselor is responsible for the activity planning and personnel to provide a positive camping experience for a group; planning and implementing programs and activities appropriate for a specific group; ensuring safety and well-being of campers; supervising campers and staff to ensure that camper and parent needs and expectations are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Read and be accountable for YMCA, state licensing standards, policies and procedures.
• Assist in the supervision and planning of camp activities; ensure all campers can participate in all activities, no matter varied abilities whether physical, or intellectual. Actively participate in activities to encourage participation.
• Interpret and maintain safety and health policies and procedures; review and understand your roles and responsibilities in emergency procedures
• Ensure appropriate behavior of campers and staff to avoid risk of accidents; maintain awareness of camper well-being
• Counselors should be able to identify, address, and redirect/correct inappropriate behavior
• Ensure a safe environment by adhering to policies and procedures when caring for injured campers; report all incidents.
• Serve as role model for campers by arriving to camp, meetings and activities at assigned time; displaying good sportsmanship; following YMCA rules and regulations.
• Assist in maintaining effective communication with parents/guardians regarding camper and camp activities.
• Participate in staff training, meetings and conferences as required.
• Ensure quality of camp by noting any problems, safety concerns, or equipment disrepair.
• Ensure camp and equipment cleanliness.
• Develop and implement an activity or program with campers. Plan at least one service project to increase camper awareness of environment, cultural diversity or within a prescribed theme.

ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• At least 18 years old
• High school graduate or equivalent
• One year removed from high school or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
• Have experience working with children and at least six months experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and experience working with children.
• Ability to deal effectively with inappropriate behavior and recognize hazard situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend 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.
2. Employees and volunteers who do not directly supervise youth will:
   • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
   • Attend required abuse risk management training.
   • Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
   • Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
   • Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
   • Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
   • Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and under adult supervision when required, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
3. Supervisors and administrators will:
   • Follow employees and volunteers screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk.
   • Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers.
   • Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.

All Hamilton Area YMCA staff are responsible for the following:

• Maintaining a clean, well-groomed appearance and keeping in compliance with the Association and Department Dress Code Policy.
• Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion and commitment to member service and satisfaction, building and maintaining a culture of ensuring excellent Member Experience (MX).
• A commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

• Maintaining the safety of all members and staff by identifying and correcting risk situations, and ensuring incident-reporting procedures are followed.
• Ensuring the overall cleanliness of the facility.

COMMITMENT TO CHILD PROTECTION

• Ensure that children in the care of the Hamilton Area YMCA and participating programming are kept safe from harm.
• As a Mandated Reporter you are obligated to report ALL suspicions of abuse or neglect to the requisite state agency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word to impart oral information and to convey detailed, spoken instructions to staff, members, children, and volunteers accurately, quickly, and loudly. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds by ear; ability to lift and carry 50-75 pounds; ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling. Ability to move about on foot quickly; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where they actually are and clearly see at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Exposure to high levels of noise and various environmental conditions.

Acquire and maintain the following certifications:

• CPR/AED/First Aid obtained through the American Red Cross (valid 2 years)
• CARI/CHRI
• Mandated Reporter Training (valid 5 years)
• Additional training and development specific to your role as reference in onboarding packet.

Dates: Mondays-Fridays from June 23 – August 29, 2025

Hours: 38 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $16.25

Requirements: 

• At least 18 years old
• High school graduate or equivalent
• One year removed from high school
• Or enrolled in a minimum of 2 years of child development coursework approved by state licensing requirements.
• Have experience working with children and at least six months experience working as a Y Camp Counselor or as a counselor in a comparable program.

Under the direction of the Director of Wellness Programs and Youth Development and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for creating and following lesson plans for instructional sports and gymnastics for an eight week session. The Gymnastics Instructor must be able to engage the class members in gymnastics activities and educate them in rules of the sport(s), while providing a safe and fun learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conducts safe and fun gymnastics instructional programs, appropriate for the group age level and in line with YMCA standards.
   

2. Always alert, friendly, and responsive to participants, parents, and co-workers.
   

3. Arrives for class 15 minutes early for set-up and preparation. Makes sure equipment is safely returned to proper storage at the end of the class.
   

4. Takes attendance of all participants and submits to Director of Wellness Programs and Youth Development on a weekly basis.
   

5. Stays with participants until parents pick them up, or if parents direct, escort young children to babysitting.  Never leaves children unattended.
   

6. Upholds YMCA principles and help instill the virtues of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in all participants.
   

7. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
   

8. Attends monthly staff meetings as required.
   

9. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
   
   
10. Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
    
    
11. Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.

Qualifications 

Education and/or Experience

• Must be able to adhere to the YMCA youth sports goals and objectives
• General knowledge gymnastics
  

Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
• Ability to communicate with participants, parents, and YMCA staff members

Certifications

• Updated CPR certification

Hours

Mondays 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesdays 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

The hourly rate is $16.00+ per hour.

Must have gymnastics experience.

Under the direction and supervision of the Site Supervisor and in accordance with the mission and purpose of the YMCA, the Site Assistant is responsible for assisting the Site Supervisor in the management, supervision, and program planning for a group of children between the ages of 5 to 12 in accordance with the YMCA guidelines and state licensing requirements.  Direct supervision of children is the primary function of this position.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assists in the planning and implementation of the daily program under the direction of the Site Supervisor.
   

2. Assists in the planning and preparation of the creative learning environment, establish centers of interest, and prepare needed materials and supplies.
   

3. Supervises individual children or groups of children in accomplishing specific tasks or activities.
   

4. Demonstrates the ability to set and maintain limits for children using positive reinforcement.
   

5. Treats children with dignity and respect.
   

6. Maintains a professional attitude and loyalty to the staff and principles of the YMCA.
   

7. Helps with general housekeeping tasks such as cleanup, snacks, and general orderliness of the site both inside and outside (i.e. litter and equipment).
   

8. Attends all required staff training.
   

9. Maintains accurate timesheets and turn in to the Site Supervisor according to the payroll schedule.
   

10. Maintains communication with Site Supervisor, and if necessary, the Director of Off-Site Child Care Services.
    

11. Provides assistance to the site supervisor in any other appropriate ways.
    

12. Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
    

13. Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and work assignments as defined by departmental and organizational needs.
    

14. Represents the Hamilton Area YMCA in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness, personal integrity, and respect for others.

 Qualifications 

1. Education and/or Experience
   • Must be at least 16 years of age
   • Must be undergoing professional preparation to be a leader of young children or have experience working with children
     
2. Skills and Abilities
   • Must have a warm, friendly, assertive personality and be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others
   • Must be able to relate well to children and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with program goals
     

    

   REQUIRED COMPETENCIES 

   QUALITY & PRODUCTIVITY
   Provides high quality services, processes and programs while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance the organization. Meets or exceeds goals and objectives and consistently engages in productive work effort requiring minimal direction from manager. 

   PROFESSIONALISM 

   Demonstrates self control by maintaining composure in difficult situations; deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations. Projects a professional image of oneself and the organization and demonstrates a positive attitude towards work and the organization.

   ACCOUNTABILITY
   Demonstrates a commitment to the position and accepts responsibility for personal actions. Comes to work on time and ready to work.

   COLLABORATION & TEAMWORK
   Supports a positive team environment in which employees participate, respect and cooperate with each other to achieve desired results. Builds and sustains cooperative working relationships and demonstrates a positive attitude in work assignment and interaction with others.
   

   COMMUNICATION

    Expresses self in a knowledgeable, coherent, and professional manner. Works to resolve conflict and promotes an open and honest environment for feedback and constructive criticism.

   LEADERSHIP
   Provides direction and motivation and sets an example through open communication and modeling best practices. Provides appropriate advice, on-going feedback, support and resources to improve effectiveness of individuals and departments.

    CUSTOMER FOCUS
   Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers.  Consistently acts with customers in mind.  Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Program hours:

Before School
7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

After School
3:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• All applicants must be 18 years or older. 
• Experience working with School Age children preferred