Summer Camp Staff

Job DetailsJob Location: CLB Rainier Vista - Seattle, WA 98108Position Type: SeasonalSalary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 HourlyJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesLeading the Change in Youth Development 

At Boys & Girls Clubs of King County, we are taking youth programming to a new level. We are one of the largest Club organizations in the country, and we pride ourselves on always doing what is best for youth. As leaders in youth development, we provide a safe place for kids and teens during critical out-of-school time that is affordable for all families. Our Clubs offer life-changing programs and services to youth in greater Seattle. We prioritize a youth-centric Club experience through culturally relevant, inclusive, and diverse programming delivered by individuals committed to serving youth.  

 Our organization values advancing racial equity, creating safe spaces, encouraging collaboration and accountability, and seeking transparent and authentic communication. If you are passionate about youth development, love to connect with people, have a proven track record of results with youth, and want to be part of an extraordinary team, Boys & Girls Clubs of King County is right for you!!

Opportunity Overview: Summer Camp Staff

A Summer Camp Staff supports Club Leadership in providing an Outcome Driven Club Experience in a variety of programming areas including: Gym, Games Room, Learning Center, Computer Lab, Kitchen, Club Entry, and other targeted programming areas. The majority of responsibilities are working directly with youth, ensuring their safety, well-being and development through interactive play and other activities as directed.

The Summer Camp Staff are self-motivated, mature, energetic, and able to maintain clear and healthy boundaries with club members, parents and staff; able to communicate and interact with youth in a way that is age appropriate, motivational and positive in nature. The Summer Camp Staff must be flexible, have the ability to adapt to a work environment which changes often, must remain calm and solve problems in stressful situations. The Summer Camp Staff must anticipate and implement all elements of activities in an organized fashion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Provide engaged presence to prepare youth for success while creating a safe and healthy Club environment that facilitates positive youth development
Ensure facilities, equipment & supplies are maintained
Assist with planning, developing, implementing and evaluating programs
Collect and track Club member attendance, coursework and behavior data
Model mature work behaviors to ensure a productive work environment
Ensure program areas are set-up and cleaned up on a daily basis
Assist in facilitation of club specific and BGCA core programs
Assist in facilitation and delivery of High Yield Learning Activities (HYLAs)
Ensure member confidentiality during and after employment: which includes, but not limited to membership data, and school data and other information obtained
Affirm positive behavior in members, and deliver coaching conversations and redirection when needed
Build partnerships with parents and families
Develop programs and activities that support the three impact pillars: healthy lifestyles, good character and Community Membership, and academic success


RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain close, daily positive contact with club staff, volunteers, club members, and supervisor. Attend staff meetings.

External: Maintain a good reputation and moral conduct outside of work, in the community and on social media networks.

QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES


Knowledge and experience working with a non-profit youth development agency, Boys & Girls Club experience preferred
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, professional presence, strong customer relations skills and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Understanding of youth development principles, ability to motivate youth in a positive way
Collaborate with other Clubs, Sites and Community Partners
Learn and support new ideas for the good of the Club
Model and guide youth in strengths-based problem solving, goal setting and study skills
Experience working within diverse cultures preferred


Requirements for staff applying to Licensed Program Sites:


TB test results required within 30 days of employment
Completion of initial STARS basic training within 6 months of hire
HIV/AIDS, First Aid, CPR and BBP certification (within 90 days of hire)


BGCKC Summer Programming Details: Camp season runs June 15th-August 24th (start dates vary by location) with trainings for some positions beginning in early June.

HOURS: Seasonal positions. Hours vary depending on program need. Shifts range from 8am-6pm.
HOURLY RATE: $20-$22/hr, depending on location and experience
FLSA: Hourly, Non-Exempt Position

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