Day camp at the Portage Township YMCA is similar to a before & after-school program and provides a safe and nurturing environment where children have fun, make new friends and explore new activities! All camp activities are exciting with an emphasis on building confidence, self-reliance, problem-solving skills, and social skills. With the Y, you can be assured that your child will have a positive environment to play, learn and grow.
Camp counselors offer value-oriented, camper-centered activities that help children discover their talents and feel a sense of belonging. Activities should combine friendships, adventure, and personal growth, creating days as unique as each camper and memories that last a lifetime. A range of camp experiences will be offered throughout the day that has been pre-planned, but the ability to improvise is a must. We design and deliver creative programs that are based on YMCA values; caring honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith. Counselors will strive to nurture campers in a challenging and supportive environment where their safety and well-being are the number one priority.
Must be at least 18 years of age or older. Subject to a federal fingerprinting background check, negative drug test, and negative TB skin test.
1. Â Â Supervises a group of children.
2. Â Â Implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values while adhering to the daily schedule.
3. Â Â Adheres to program standards including safety & cleanliness.
4. Â Â Attends staff meetings and completes all required training.
5. Â Â Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
6. Â Â Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
7. Â Â Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
8. Â Â Maintains communication with parents and co-workers/supervisors.
9. Â Â Other duties as assigned by supervisor and camp coordinator.
Mission Advancement - Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Collaboration - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning. Speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing campers.
Operational Effectiveness - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better camp experience. Clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in all camp activities and meetings. Strives to meet or exceed overall camp goals.
Personal Growth - Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well.
Child Abuse & Neglect Detection and Prevention Training, Indiana’s four (4) Healthy & Safety Orientation Trainings, Camp Redwood’s Trainings, CPR, and First Aid Training.