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YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties Teen Trip Staff in Gig Harbor, Washington
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Teen Trip Staff* *to join our team.
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The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As a Teen Trip Staff you will be responsible for leading backpacking and water based trips for a group of 10-12 teens ages 13-17. If hired for this position, you will live and work in a cabin/yurts, with a co-leader, to provide constructive and responsible leadership. You will also be responsible for developing camper character and values; fosters community, encouraging group leadership, and developing stewardship while facilitating group discussions and activities related to values, leadership, and self-awareness all while providing a quality experience to campers and families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with Teen and Trips Director to facilitate teen leadership programs.
- Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp's teen leadership programs.
- Supervise, engage and build community with campers.
- Lead safe, programmed, skill building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers.
- Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Adventure Manual.
- Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by "leave no trace" guidelines.
- Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
- Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
- Staff are responsible for understanding, executing, and upholding all camp safety protocols and standards while off-site/on-trail.
- Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
Other duties as assigned.
Are you a good fit?
A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning
Minimum 21 years of age.
One or more seasons of related experience required.
Preferred: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.
Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
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