Camp Seymour Adult- Ambassador

Essential Functions:

• Support camp as a positive environment that fosters fun, safety and our YMCA values.
• Model the values and philosophy of Seymour with campers, peers, and staff in a positive and professional manner consistent with the personnel policies and mission of Camp Seymour.
• Establish positive relationships with other families involved in Camp Seymour programs.
• Devotion to ensuring the safety and growth of campers.  
• Be a supportive, constructive member of our camp community actively working to create a positive and quality experience for all campers and staff.
• Participate in volunteer meetings as required. Participate in trainings as required.
• Participate in camp focus groups and/or parent panels to support program goals and outcomes that meet the needs of our campers.
• Support camp fundraising efforts through seeking contributions, developing relationships and/or supporting staff with projects and events
• Participate in committee work relevant to personal experience (this could be as a parent/participant)
• Seek help and support with situations that are unfamiliar or need further explanation/training.

 

Pick an Area of Interest and Get Involved

Parent Panel/Focus Group Volunteers:

• Participate in surveys that support the camp staff in the decision-making process around program, food, facilities, etc.
• Participate in a camp “Parent Panel” (June 20, 2013) to help the summer staff understand the expectations of parents, when they send their child to camp.
• Leadership – Help establish community groups willing to participate in surveys.
• Support post-summer evaluation process for summer camp.
• Work with staff to develop “Our Commitment to Parents”.

Annual Campaign:

• Join a campaign team and/or support building teams in our camp community to help raise scholarship dollars to send kids to camp.
• Set up an online campaigner page (with camp’s support) to help tell camp’s story.
• Build relationship with folks that would be interested in hearing the stories from camp – share them.
• Learn more about how the YMCA makes significant impact in your community.

Marketing Committee:

• Participate in focus groups
• Bring expertise to the table in areas of social media, print advertising, market segmentation, creative budget-$0 advertising.
• Help camp pursue “home visit” opportunities and/or getting community members to camp.
• Serve as part of camp’s promotions team – YMCA branches, community events, etc.

 

Program Volunteer:

• Support YMCA Camp Seymour programs through hands-on delivery
• Crafts, Planning, Leadership, Teaching Specialty Classes, Etc.

 

Are we a good fit for each other? Are you? Do You?:

Believe in Camp Seymour’s cause:

• Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values of respect, Honesty, Caring and Responsibility.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
• Recruits other volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.

 

People Oriented:

• Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations.
• Builds rapport and relates well to others.
• Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

 

Results Oriented:

• Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for campers. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better camp experience.
• Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.
• Supports fundraising.
• Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.

 

Personal Development Oriented:

• Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
• Pursues self-development that enhances volunteer performance.

Additional duties:

• Model our YMCA values through fun, positive relationships with staff and campers. Seek every opportunity to encourage, motivate and thank fellow volunteers for their work.
• Find a niche that fits your skills and interests and get involved.
• Incorporate “Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility” into all aspects of the position, to ensure YMCA values are being integrated into our culture and programs.
• Speak enthusiastically on behalf of the YMCA at given opportunities.
• Participate in applicable training and conferences to further personal growth.
• Minimum age of 20.
• Prior past camp experience preferred (as camper and/or parent/guardian)
• Specialized skill set that may benefit YMCA programs.
• Outstanding ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Integrity, patience, adaptability, sense of humor, enthusiasm, and a commitment to serve youth.
• YMCA required trainings including Child Abuse Prevention training will be applicable before doing any work with children

Qualifications:

The statements in this volunteer position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.

Category:

Community & Special Events