Capital District YMCA
Resident Camp Aquatic Specialist (Multiple Specialty Areas) (Maintenance)
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading charity committed to strengthening community. Creates a safe environment with an appropriate curriculum and program for their assigned specialty area. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.
Supervise the Sailing Program and assist with the Y-Knot accessible sailing program. Train and supervise 10 – 15 counseling staff, develop curriculum for skill classes, order and maintain equipment and supplies. Previous sailing and teaching/coaching experience required. Preferred skills: background in sail racing tactics, boat repair/maintenance and large group management. Must be at least 21 years old. Preferably available from May through September to assist with our year-round sailing programs and boat set up and take down. Contribute to program team in the development of themes, skits, and evening programs. Must be a certified lifeguard or willing to be trained. Must be willing to be trained in motorboat operation.
Supervise the Aquatics Program including YMCA swim lessons and Waterworld classes. Train and supervise 10 – 15 staff, develop curriculum for skill classes, order and maintain equipment and supplies. Assist waterfront director in managing and training lifeguards. Contribute to program team in the development of themes, skits, and evening programs. Previous swim lesson instructor experience required. Preferably trained in Lifeguard Instructor and/or WSI, or willing to be trained. Must be a certified lifeguard or willing to be trained. Must be willing to be trained in motorboat operation.
Assist and support the waterfront in all areas and programs. Must have previous experience in at least one of the following areas: aquatics, sailing, water-skiing, paddle sports, boat repair or fishing. Must be a certified lifeguard or willing to be trained. Must be willing to be trained in motorboat operation. Contribute to program team in the development of themes, skits, and evening programs.