Arts and Crafts Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Arts and Crafts Specialist Job Grade: D 02

Name: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Summer Camp Director Dates: June 8-August 22, 2020

Location: YMCA Camp Seymour

POSITION SUMMARY:

Actively supervises and maintains safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate arts and crafts programs and events. Supervises arts and crafts instructors. Provides progressive instruction in arts and crafts classes. Works with leadership staff and program director to organize & implement overall camp program. Provides a quality experience to campers & families focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Represents the YMCA and self in a professional manner of safety and fun.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and Program Delivery:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate all arts and crafts programming for Day Camp, Overnight Camp and visiting groups.
• Monitor arts and crafts equipment and supplies; resupply as necessary.
• Work with leadership staff & all staff to coordinate and implement overall camp program.
• Serve as a cabin counselor when coverage is needed.

Coach:

• Maintain weekly observations on staff performance; give staff positive and constructive feedback; communicate significant observations to direct supervisors.

Financial Development and Philanthropy:

• Meet performance measurement through annual giving, major gifts, and/or endowment by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must participate in programming outdoors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 20 years of age.
• One season or more of camp experience required.
• Preferred: Experience in teaching camp activities and/or two years of personal arts/crafts 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.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

It is important to note that job competencies are developed over time and represent the compilation of multiple abilities and knowledge required for success. It is also important to note that no one competency, of the 18, stands alone. Each competency is important and depends upon the other competencies to be supported and enhanced. The following have being identified for this position:

• Demonstrates a desire to serve others.
• Responds to requests, inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and appropriate fashion to assure that staff and campers feel valued.
• Anticipates and takes action to meet the needs of campers
• Seeks out and uses staff and camper feedback to improve programs and services.
• Knows the name and supports the dream of every child in his or her program.

Inclusion: Diversity, inclusion, cultural competence.

• Displays ease and comfort with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Works effectively with all members of a diverse team.
• Seeks out and includes others in order to gather new and different points of view.

• Partners with supervisors to set and clearly articulate goals.
• Focuses effort on high-value priorities.
• Delivers a high-value experience to campers and participants.
• Monitors own performance against standards and takes quick and appropriate actions to stay on course.
• Demonstrates pride in work by striving to meet or exceed supervisor or member expectations.

• Proactively shares information, advice, and suggestions to help others be more successful.
• Provides constructive, behaviorally specific feedback to others.
• Shares experiences and provides training to assist others with their development.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

I understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position.

Job Description

Job Title: Arts and Crafts Specialist Job Grade: D 02

Name: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Summer Camp Director Dates: June 8-August 22, 2020

Location: YMCA Camp Seymour

POSITION SUMMARY:

Actively supervises and maintains safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate arts and crafts programs and events. Supervises arts and crafts instructors. Provides progressive instruction in arts and crafts classes. Works with leadership staff and program director to organize & implement overall camp program. Provides a quality experience to campers & families focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Represents the YMCA and self in a professional manner of safety and fun.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and Program Delivery:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate all arts and crafts programming for Day Camp, Overnight Camp and visiting groups.
• Monitor arts and crafts equipment and supplies; resupply as necessary.
• Work with leadership staff & all staff to coordinate and implement overall camp program.
• Serve as a cabin counselor when coverage is needed.

Coach:

• Maintain weekly observations on staff performance; give staff positive and constructive feedback; communicate significant observations to direct supervisors.

Financial Development and Philanthropy:

• Meet performance measurement through annual giving, major gifts, and/or endowment by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must participate in programming outdoors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 20 years of age.
• One season or more of camp experience required.
• Preferred: Experience in teaching camp activities and/or two years of personal arts/crafts 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.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

It is important to note that job competencies are developed over time and represent the compilation of multiple abilities and knowledge required for success. It is also important to note that no one competency, of the 18, stands alone. Each competency is important and depends upon the other competencies to be supported and enhanced. The following have being identified for this position:

• Demonstrates a desire to serve others.
• Responds to requests, inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and appropriate fashion to assure that staff and campers feel valued.
• Anticipates and takes action to meet the needs of campers
• Seeks out and uses staff and camper feedback to improve programs and services.
• Knows the name and supports the dream of every child in his or her program.

Inclusion: Diversity, inclusion, cultural competence.

• Displays ease and comfort with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Works effectively with all members of a diverse team.
• Seeks out and includes others in order to gather new and different points of view.

• Partners with supervisors to set and clearly articulate goals.
• Focuses effort on high-value priorities.
• Delivers a high-value experience to campers and participants.
• Monitors own performance against standards and takes quick and appropriate actions to stay on course.
• Demonstrates pride in work by striving to meet or exceed supervisor or member expectations.

• Proactively shares information, advice, and suggestions to help others be more successful.
• Provides constructive, behaviorally specific feedback to others.
• Shares experiences and provides training to assist others with their development.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

I understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position.