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Arts & Earth Program Counselor-March 2024
Eastsound
Mar 28, 2026
About Arts & Earth Program Counselor

  Overview

  OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

  The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creatingequitableand sustainable environments where social justice is woven into everyfacetof our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. 

    

  COMPENSATION: $75/day for new hires, $85/day returning staff

  SUMMARY

  Arts and Earth (A&E)Program Counselorsfacilitateand superviseour arts studio, earth sciences programs, and our Marine Salmon Centerfor all campers and participants atCampOrkilaon beautiful orcas Island, WA.This includes art projects, visiting our saltwater touch tank, “Life in the Forest” (an energetic tag game), archery, beach walks, and tactile activities like Rope Bridge andGeodome.When not working in their assigned program area, an Arts & Earth Program Counselorprovidessupervision and enrichment to a specific group of campers. Arts & EarthProgram Counselorsensure the supervision and safety of campers at all times.   During staff training,Arts & EarthProgram Counselors are supervised by Unit Directors and perform other duties as assigned.

    

  To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online atwww.campingandoutdoorleadership.org 

    

  What you'll get from working at The Y  

  Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle

  Free access to mental health resources 

  Rapidly-accruingpaid time off (PTO)

  Responsibilities

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  Supervises andassistswith specific camper supervision.Ensures that all campers areaccounted for and safe at all times. 

  Develops lesson plans, teaches, andfacilitatesarts and crafts, marine and earth sciences programsthatare developmentallyappropriateand which promote camper skill and character development.Leads andassistswith facilitation of all-campspecial events. 

  Provides leadership and supervision to any developingteenleaders placed with the program Maintainshigh standardsof housekeeping including bathrooms,cabinsand main lodge. 

  Assistsin keeping all program equipment in working condition and available. 

  Assistsinmaintainingall program areas in a safe and orderly condition. 

  Communicates personal or camper needstosupervisorin atimely manner. 

  Assistsin camper check-in or check-out off site. 

  Attendsstaff meetings andtrainings. 

  Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards.

  Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. 

  Other duties as assigned. 

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

    

  WORK ENVIRONMENT  

  This joboperatesat a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors.  

    

  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. 

    

  While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk orhear. The employeefrequentlyis required tostand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. 

   

  POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK  

  This is a full-time, seasonal camp position. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law. 

    

  TRAVEL  

  This position isrequiredto live onsite at camp. All travelrequiredfor work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers. 

  Code of Conduct for Applicants

  Qualifications

  POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  18 years of age or older 

  Currentcertificationsin CPR and First Aid

  1-2 years of experience with children; camps, childcare, tutoring, nannying, coaching

  Demonstrated experience planning and implementing group activities

  Ability toparticipatein activities that involve rigorous physical activity in an outdoor setting including, but not limited to hiking, boating, camping, andswimming.Abilityto relate to parents/caregivers, campers, and staff in a professional manner.

  If applicable,other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

    

  PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  One or more yearsof applicableeducation, training, and experience, whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered. 

  Knowledgeof andpreviousexperience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.  

  Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building

  MISSION STATEMENT

  Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. 

    

  OUR VALUES

  Respect 

  Responsibility 

  Honesty 

  Caring 

  Passion for Excellence 

  YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. _ _ Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other status protected by local, state , or federal law.  

  _ _  

  All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.  

  Job Locations US-WA-Eastsound

  Posted Date 2 months ago (1/4/2024 8:20 PM)

  ID 2024-15760

  Type Seasonal

  # of Openings 8

  Location YMCA Camp Orkila

  Category Resident Camp

  Address 484 Camp Orkila Rd

  Minimum compensation USD $75.00/Da.

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