Activity Specialist

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: YMCA East Hampton RECenter - East Hampton, NY 11937Position Type: Seasonal - Summer (Camp)Education Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 HourlyJob Shift: AllJob Category: Camp (Seasonal)• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times. • Plan and implement meaningful programs and special events that are structured, age-appropriate, fun, exciting, challenging, and based in the areas of fine or performing arts, arts and crafts, team building, nature or sports. • Teach participants the fundamentals of fine or performing arts, arts and crafts, team building, ropes course or sports; including activities that build their level of skill and confidence. • Support the planning and implementation of all structured recreational and sports programs, including but not limited to learning initiatives, tournaments, projects, and culminating performances. • Work cooperatively with all program staff. • Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants. • Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences. • Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate). • Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the YMCA program to staff, participants, and care givers. • Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth. • Attend all required pre-camp trainings. Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, online trainings, and special events. • Adhere to all Department of Health and YMCA of Long Island standards, expectations and regulations. • Ensure program, staff and patrons maintain hygiene habits/practices in accordance with CDC guidelines. Qualifications• Associates Degree or 9 educational credits in Elementary Education, Science, Art or a related field; Bachelor’s Degree preferred OR experience in given area. • Minimum one year of experience working with youth, specifically in area of specialty. • Formal certification in area of specialty preferred. • Knowledge of youth development stages. • Experience implementing programs in area of specialty. • Strong communication and relationship building skills. • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.