CIT Leader

Supervisor:     Youth, Family and Daycare Services Director

Prerequisites:

Must be 21 years of age, and have a college degree in elementary education or related field or be enrolled in an accredited University. At least 2 years experience working with camps, and be able to work all summer (May – August).  CPR and First Aid certification is also required.

General Responsibilities:

The CIT Leader will be under the direction of the Youth, Family and Daycare Services Director.  The CIT Leader is responsible for the administrative aspects and overseeing the day to day activities of the CIT programs and reporting to the Youth, Family and Daycare Services Director

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Supports the Mission, Vision and Direction of the YMCA: Understands and supports the mission of the YMCA; displays the YMCA values; displays flexibility and accepts change; is willing to try new methods and make suggestions; shows a strong commitment to the YMCA; conveys enthusiasm for the YMCA and his/her work.

2. Builds Community: Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members and participants make connections to others and to the YMCA; practices effective relationship-building techniques; understands the role of fund-raising in achieving the YMCA mission.

3. Provides a Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customers and Others: 
   Possesses the ability to deliver outstanding experiences for members, participants, internal customers and others; builds warm and supportive relationships; consistently greets and assists everyone in a positive way; strives to provide service that will exceed expectations; responds to concerns and complaints in away that makes each person feel valued; initiates action for prompt resolution; looks for better ways to serve and involve members, participants, internal customers and others.

4.  Works Productively: Demonstrates responsible actions; consistently performs duties in a safe and conscientious manner within the agreed upon timeframe; follows standards, policies, and procedures; is reliable and consistently punctual; actively participates in staff meetings, required trainings, and other work related activities; uses good judgment; uses YMCA resources appropriately and efficiently.

5. Uses Effective Personal Behaviors/Communicates Effectively: Treats everyone with courtesy, respect and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works cooperatively as a team member.
     

Specific Responsibilities:

            Areas of responsibility include the following headings:

·        Skill Development and Progression

·        Staff Training

·        Supervision

·        Program Development

·        General Responsibilities

Skill Development and Progression:

1.      Abide by all American Camping Association standards, prepare and update the ACA binder, inform camp staff of ACA standards during camp staff training, and prepare for ACA audit.

2.      Attend any necessary camp training if required.

Staff Training:

1.  Assist in planning and delivering of staff hiring, all hiring paperwork necessary and staff

                  training.

2.      To ensure all camp staff attend necessary camp training including First Aid, CPR, Child

Abuse Training and Safari Camp specific camp training.

Supervision:

1.      To supervise and oversee all CIT participants on a daily basis.

Program Development:

1.      To abide by the policies and procedures described in the Safari Camp Parent Handbook.

2.      To maintain good public relations with people in the community on and off duty.

3.      To ensure the completion of the weekly program curriculum and submit them to the Youth, Family and Daycare Services Director.

4.      Assist in planning field trips with CIT participants.

5.      Inventory and general supplies for the CIT program.

General Responsibilities:

1.      To refer problems and concerns to the Youth, Family and Daycare Services Director.

2.      Documenting all incident/accident forms and getting them to the HR office in a timely manner.

3.      Attend to any CIT parent concerns.

Effect on End Results:

To ensure that all administrative duties for camp runs smoothly and the leadership presented to the CIT participants is of a role model and a learning tool.  To ensure a quality and safe camping experience for all children attending.