Camp Cromwell: Athletic Specialist

Job Title: Athletic Specialist Program: Summer – 6 weeks & Training Week

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part-time Department: Camp Cromwell

Schedule: 6 weeks 7/1-8/10; M-Th 12pm-6pm; F 7/19& 8/16; S 8/10

Training Orientation: 6/24-6/28 Salary Range: $2400-$3600

Location: Martinsville, NJ (Bridgewater) Somerset County

Note: For NY residents there is a BCNY bus that departs from NY Monday morning and returns to NY Friday afternoon. Apply at www.bcny.org

There's more to working at The Boys' Club of New York (BCNY) than punching in, punching out, and picking up a pay check. Every day you spend at BCNY is a day spent making a difference in at least one boy's life.

Since 1876, The Boys' Club of New York has offered New York's young boys opportunities to develop skills and values that prepare them for a better future. We offer programs that help boys and young men stay in school and go on to college, discover their individual musical and artistic talent, develop healthy minds and bodies, learn leadership skills, and just have fun.

Established in 1985, BCNY's Robert M. Gardiner School provides first generation college-bound middle school students from low-income communities with the support services they need during the summer to secure an appropriate high school placement. The majority of boys who are accepted into the program have not yet reached their academic potential. During three successive summers in residence at BCNY's Camp Cromwell in New Jersey, as well as, through clubhouse-based programs and activities during the school year, students receive academic support in core subject areas. Students also engage in structured arts and athletics programs.

If you are enthusiastic about youth development services and are eager to be part of a forward-thinking team committed to enriching and supporting New York's youth, then what are you waiting for? Join a passionate organization that shares your belief in educating the next generation of leaders- The Boys' Club of New York!

TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE

Athletic Specialist

Summary of Position

The Athletic Specialist will plan and implement age appropriate, engaging, intellectually stimulating, quality instruction in each sports activity by taking into consideration the unique abilities of each BCNY camper. He/she will also be responsible for effective behavior management and supervision of campers, while ensuring an enjoyable, productive, challenging and meaningful experience. We are looking for someone with experience in providing an engaging and fun fitness experience for middle school boys.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves in accordance with the Standards of the American Camp Association, New Jersey state regulations and the mission and policies of The Boys' Club of New York (BCNY).
• Develops, writes and teaches selected creative and cooperative age-appropriate activity plans for the athletic and sports program.
• Assures that his/her written age-appropriate learning and athletic/sports activity plans are conducted at the scheduled times and that campers progress into higher levels of athletic skill and experience.
• Facilitate, leads and/or coordinates special events and activities for larger camper groups as instructed by the Director of Camping.
• Encourages Group Leaders and other summer staff to assist and participate with athletic & sport activities through proactive training and engagement.
• Models and regularly employs sound health, welfare and emotional well-being practices for each camper as instructed, including calls for first aid and transport of campers to obtain first aid and emergency care from the Health Care Staff.
• Actively participate in the planning and implementation of the required staff orientation week and training events.
• Work on other selected dates as requested (Open House, Day at Camp, GS Graduation, Rope Course Training)
• Take initiative in recognizing and responding to opportunities for problem solving in small camper groups and among various staff clusters.
• Ensure the proper care and maintenance of the athletic & sports equipment and areas to include their sound and safe operation, cleaning, and storage, and regular written report of condition (Athletics Log).
• Responsible for completing and the timely submission of all program reports relative to this position, including but not limited to supply requests, lesson plans, incident and accident reports, and summer evaluations.

COMPETENCIES

Communication, Safety and Security, Problem Solving, Design, Adaptability, Innovation, Teamwork, Planning and Organizing

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

Minimum of college student pursuing Physical Education/ Sports Management Degree; BA/BS with coursework in physical education and/or recreation preferred; Documented training or experience in physical education, sports coaching, or children's games, especially cooperative and group-building activities; Two summers of camp counseling or activity specialist experience or comparable experience; ; Three years teaching experience at the middle or high school level preferred; Knowledge of various intramural sports and recreational activities; Demonstrated leadership ability in educational, social service and/or youth development settings.

Apply at www.bcny.org

The Boys' Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer.