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YMCA of the Jersey Shore · 1 month ago

Nature & Science Camp Specialist - Freehold

Freehold, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16.50/hr - $18/hr

YMCA of the Jersey Shore is dedicated to strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality. The Nature & Science Camp Specialist will implement and assist in nature-related activities for seasonal and year-round camps, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children while embodying the YMCA's core values.

Child CareNon ProfitWellness

Responsibilities

Completes mandatory staff trainings (in person and online), Participates in camp meetings, functions, orientation, family nights, and carnival

Arrives at your designated location at scheduled time, dressed appropriately, wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (sneakers and socks, prepared for pool, and prepared to work (lunch, water bottle, sunscreen)

Adheres to all program and CDC standards including safety and cleanliness; sanitizing areas prior to use and after use; assists in maintaining equipment and supplies, inspects all areas and equipment prior to, during, and after each use; and returns to proper storage spaces after each usage

Supervises and actively participates with scheduled groups of campers / participants

Plans and implements program activities, following a designed schedule, that are developmentally appropriate and consistent with the YMCA core values; maintains accurate attendance and safety records, inventory and equipment use logs

Is prepared for first aid and medical emergencies as described in the Camp Training Manual

Maintains positive relations and provides support to co-workers; role modeling teamwork and sportsmanship

Flexibility, may be asked to substitute for other employee’s shift or work beyond assigned shift in an effort to ensure safety and proper coverage

Available to cover lunch breaks during camp rotations