Junior Basketball Camp Counselor - Southwest YMCA Center
During the Summer, we run a 4-week mini-summer basketball camp at our Southwest Family YMCA Center for age groups of 5 to 12 years old. The mini-camp runs for two weeks in June and July. Our goal is to provide an unforgettable summer for our campers. Our Junior Camp Counselors are role models! Junior Camp Counselors ensure a safe, fun, and positive camp experience for everyone. As a Junior Camp Counselor, you assist in creating and leading fun engaging basketball activities, routines, and schedules. Most importantly, you'll ensure our campers have the best summer yet! Apply today!
Location: Southwest Family YMCA - 6219 Oakclaire Dr. Austin, Texas 78735
Pay Rate: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour. Final compensation is based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.
Benefits & Perks:
- Free Nationwide Gym Membership for your Household
- Retirement Planning Options
- Learning and development workshops and trainings
- Career advancement opportunities
- Referral Bonus Opportunities
- Cell Phone Plan discounts for AT&T and T-Mobile/Sprint users
- Staff Discounts on Programs & Services
- Flexible schedules and much more!
What You'll Do:
- Run a 2-hour sports clinic teaching drills and basic techniques
- Create the mini-camp schedule and activities
- Supervise campers from ages 5 to 12.
- Build a positive relationship with each camper
- Actively engage with campers to foster the positive development of each child and the group
- Proactively adhere to policies and procedures, making the safety and care of children your primary focus.
- Communicate with the parents of campers as needed.
- Conduct warm-up as assigned by the supervisor.
- Track attendance of campers
- Render first aid as needed and complete the required incident and accident paperwork.
- Assist facility supervisor in setting up and taking down fields/courts.
- Distribute information or equipment as requested by the facility supervisor.
- Check the play area for hazards before the start of each game.
- Lead by example the Y’s mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff, and guests.
- Become an Ambassador of the Y’s work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience:
- Minimum age of 16 years old
- Knowledge of basketball skills
- Experience playing basketball is a plus
- Certification as an official is a plus
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications or must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Availability:
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 am-2:30 pm.
Skills:
- You are a team player. You are a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others.
- You are organized and productive. You are organized, able to prioritize tasks, and handle multiple assignments.
- You are a strong communicator. You listen for understanding and meaning. You speak and write effectively.
- You foster a culture of inclusion and belonging. You leverage people’s differences as strengths.
About Us:
The YMCA of Austin is a dynamic, equitable force in the community that helps people of all backgrounds improve their total wellbeing and quality of life. Founded in 1953 and anchored in three Central Texas counties, the Y is a $40 million community enterprise that serves nearly 100,000 people annually through eight centers. We also provide afterschool education and care at more than 70 licensed campuses in four school districts. Unlike any other organization in the region, the Austin Y has the unique ability to welcome, educate and elevate all, and is committed to creating innovative programs, places…and people.
Additional Information:
The organization has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
The YMCA of Austin provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. YMCA of Austin complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which we have employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.