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Location

East Palo Alto, California

Salary

$20 - $22 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Day Camp Leader Aide will assist leaders and directors in planning and implementing daily camp programs, focusing on quality and camper engagement. Essential duties include supervising small groups of campers aged 5-12, facilitating skill development, and maintaining a safe, positive environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 16 years old, possess an enthusiastic personality, and demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with participants, parents, and staff. Prior day camp experience is preferred, and required certifications include CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention.

Policy EnforcementTeam CollaborationEquipment MaintenanceIncident ReportingSafety ManagementGroup SupervisionProgram PlanningParent RelationsRecreation ActivitiesSocial Skill DevelopmentEnvironmental AwarenessCamper DevelopmentMulticultural AwarenessOutdoor Living SkillsBehavioral InfluenceValues Instillation

Job description

  • A Leader Aide is an entry-level or support role in a YMCA or similar youth camp program.
  • It's a great position for teens, young adults, or first-time staff who want to gain experience working with children, supporting group activities, and learning how camps operate.
  • The Leader Aide position may be assigned to work at a school location.
  • In those instances, the Leader Aide must meet all requirements to be on campus issued by federal, state, county and city government authorities.
  • Due to the direct supervision and ratio requirements outlined by the State of California, this position will not have an option to work from home during program operational hours.

Salary Range

$20.00 - $22.00 hour

Essential functions

  • Support group activities including games, crafts, and swim time
  • Help maintain safety and order during transitions and field trips
  • Encourage positive behavior and inclusion among campers
  • Set up and clean up activity areas
  • Assist with camper check-in/out
  • Be a positive role model and represent YMCA values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Inclusion)
  • Follow all YMCA policies for working with youth and vulnerable adults.
  • Complete required abuse prevention training.
  • Supervise high-risk activities responsibly and report any unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
  • Follow mandated reporting laws for suspected abuse.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Work environment

  • Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
  • Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Qualifications

  • Minimum age (usually 16+; may vary by YMCA branch)
  • Enjoy working with kids and being active
  • Able to follow instructions and work well in a team
  • Dependable and enthusiastic
  • Child Protection Training (prior to working in program)
  • CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days
  • Bilingual preferred.

Ymca competencies

Engaging Community

Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Innovation

Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.

Program/Project Management

Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.