Waterfront Specialist
American Youth Foundation- Miniwanca - Shelby, Michigan
Description
The Waterfront Specialists will serve as a lifeguard at both the Stony Lake waterfront and Lake Michigan waterfront as needed. The Waterfront Specialists will also lead water-based interest groups when available. Summer 2024 will include one week of paid staff training beginning June 23, followed by two three-week camp sessions. Most seasonal contracts will conclude August 11.
Position Responsibilities:
Camper Supervision
- • Responsible for the health, safety, and wellbeing of campers assigned to your care.
- • Appropriately manage behavior challenges and conflict with a sense of respect for young people and a focus on developing the social emotional health of campers.
- • Utilize coordinating and supervisory staff to adequately meet the needs of campers when necessary.
General Programming and Interest Groups
- • Serve as a lifeguard for all waterfront programming (early morning “Polar Bear” swims, interest groups, free swim, beach days, etc.).
- • Facilitate highly engaging instruction that allows for skill development, social interaction, and opportunities for campers to challenge themselves and fail safely.
- • Assist with leading other waterfront interest groups as needed.
- • Actively participate in all camp activities with enthusiasm, creating an inclusive environment that encourages all campers to participate.
- • Provide mentorship and connection to all campers in the community with whom you interact.
- • Model responsibility and compassion for campers in all activities, such as cleaning cabins or the eating lodge.
- • This is not meant to be a complete list of all responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- • Must be at least 18 years old with at least one year post-high school experience.
- • Lifeguard certification (training available).
- • Previous experience working with youth.
- • Strong emotional and mental health. Must be adaptable and exhibit good judgement to determine what is in the best interest of the campers in their care.
- • Support the organization’s mission and vision with integrity, dependability, and accountability.
- • Interact effectively with individuals and groups respecting social and cultural diversity. Establish and maintain appropriate professional relationships and interpersonal skills that contribute to a positive community.
- • Demonstrate passion for serving youth, encouraging campers to explore through play and creating a space where youth feel included and a sense of belonging.
- • Fully participate in and be present at all camp community activities, including staff training activities.
- • Maintain effective mental, emotional, and social interactions in our youth centered residential summer camp program.
- • Ability to handle stressful situations appropriately, maintaining mental, emotional, and social resiliency needed for the job in a fast-paced, interactive environment.
- • Use effective and appropriate self-care practices for maintaining overall wellness. • Follow all guidelines and policies as described in the AYF (American Youth Foundation) staff manual.
Preferred:
- • At least one year of lifeguarding experience.
- • Strong teaching/facilitation skills.
- • Demonstrated history of leadership with youth or young adults.
Details
Type of Position: Part-Time / Internship Position
Segment of Industry: Recreation & Leisure Management
Salary: $3,500.00 / Year
Hours: 40+
Company Information
American Youth Foundation- Miniwanca
8845 W Garfield Road
Shelby, Michigan 49455
231-861-2262
Contact: Bethany Wise
How To Apply
miniwanca.campbrainstaff.com
Application Deadline: 04/25/24
Additional Information
Attached Document
Posted: 3/25/24