Camp Oakes Volunteer

The YMCA of Orange County is looking for committed volunteers interested in teaching youth positive life skills, values and the importance of giving back. In our communities, our volunteers support and strengthen families by offering quality experiences that are affordable and life-enriching. YMCA volunteers encourage participation by all members of our community and create an environment where everyone aspires to be their best. Each day, we work side-by-side with others to strengthen the foundations of our communities. As a volunteer you will have the ability to impact the lives of campers in a positive way. 

At Camp Oakes our YMCA volunteers are responsible for supervision of youth and coordination of activities at camp. During each camp session the Counselor is assigned and responsible for a small group of campers allowing him/her to interact and develop a rapport with individual cabin campers.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Live in the cabin with the campers serving as a role model and support system.
• Provide supervision and assistance in all aspects of the campers daily routine including but not limited to: meals, cabin clean up, camper hygiene, rest hour, behavior management.
• Lead campers to and from activities while providing constant encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Carry out a productive curriculum that enhances the campers experience.
• Ensure positive and appropriate camper-staff and camper-camper relationships and interactions.
• Inspect activity areas, ensure no hazards are present, and set boundaries.
• Follow standards (safety and programming) set forth by ACA (American Camping Association)
• Follow and enforce YMCA Camp Oakes policies and procedures, safety standards and rules at all times.
• Carry out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.
• Display professionalism with proper hygiene.
• Arrive on time and be prepared for all activities.
• Report all accidents, illnesses and incidents to the Camp Nurse and/or Program Director in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Certifications & Experience Required:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• First Aid and CPR certifications (YMCA will cover certification costs)
• Completion of camp training session required.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Able to aid in facilitating an empowering organized program through teaching encouragement and support.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Willing and able to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment on a daily basis.

Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position.