Hampshire Regional YMCA 286 Prospect St Northampton, MA 01060 Company Description: Salary Range: Location: Per Year Huntington MA Job Type: Category: Seasonal Education/Training Education Level: Work Experience: Some College Coursework Completed Preference: Nice to have Preference: Nice to have Skills/Certifications/Licences: Description: YMCA Day Camp Norwich has been inviting campers to share the summer with since 1896. Our Norwich program takes place on a beautiful facility encompassing 137 acres of lake, woods, and fields in the foothills of the Berkshires. Groups of 10 to 12 same-age campers with two counselors spend the day together. We develop activities that help campers develop self-confidence, teamwork, an appreciation for the outdoors, creativity, and pride in themselves and their newly learned skills. General Summary: Responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out developmental activities in the sports of Soccer, Basketball, Baseball and Flag Football at the direction of the Sports Camp Unit Head and Program Director. Must have interest and ability to demonstrate proper participation in each of the aforementioned sports as well as all other team sports. Responsible for guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills. Responsible for enforcing safety and supervision practices at the direction of the unit head and camp director. Essential Functions/ Job Duties: • Facilitation of sports camp program. • Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in sports camp throughout the camp day in order to meet the intended camper outcomes (Belonging, Achievement, Relationships). • Participate in parts of camp outside of typical camp session dates, hours, and program. • Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is applied. • Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. • Represent the camp when interacting with parents or community members. *We require all applicants to submit an application, please email me to request an application. *The pay rate is a seasonal weekly rate Requirements: Job Qualifications: • Must be 18 years of age and finished with high school. • Must have team sports background including experience in basketball, soccer, baseball and football as well as other sports. • Must submit health history record and examination form prior to first day of work. • Ability to interact with all age levels, including appropriate and friendly interaction with parents when necessary. • Capacity to understand principles of youth development and developmental stages of youth. • Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner. • Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated camp program areas. • Capacity to understand principles of youth development and developmental stages of youth. • Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner. • Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated camp program areas.