Leaders In Training Program (LIT)

 

 

 

TODAY'S YOUTH - TOMORROW'S LEADERS

 

YMCA SUMMER CAMP | LEADERS IN TRAINING

 

Nature of the Program:

 

LITs will be responsible for working with the camp counselors in an active summer day camp program.  This program will provide the opportunity to develop and strengthen leadership skills, communication skills, conflict resolution strategies, character values, and the ability to work as a team member.  LITs will gain confidence in this supervised leadership development program as they work with children ages 4-12 years in daily camp activities.

 

  • Ages 12-15
  • Summer Camp Schedule: July 3-August 25 | Must commit to 5 weeks (9am-2pm) 
  • Members: $80/Week
  • Non-Members: $120/Week
  • $20 registration fee
  • Must complete and return an application to the Fulton YMCA by May 22
  • Applicants will be interviewed accordingly
  • The LIT Program is limited to 5 participants
  • Applications can be picked up at the Fulton YMCA or emailed to you. Reach out to jlamb@fultonfamilyymca.org to request an application via email

Requirements of the Role:

 

  • Be able to commit to a minimum of 5 weeks
  • Must have completed 6th grade, and not yet be 16 years of age (Ages 12-15)
  • Enjoy the outdoors
  • Possess the ability to work well with others
  • Possess organizational skills
  • Enthusiastic about interacting with young children and assisting with all activities (including swim) in a summer day camp setting
  • Express interest in learning to set goals and lead camp activities as a major part of the leadership training
  • Possess the ability to act as a positive role model by demonstrating the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Inclusivity

 


Completed applications must be received by May 22 

 

Submit applications to jlamb@fultonfamilyymca.org

Or drop completed applications off at:

Fulton Family YMCA

Attention: Jennah Lamb

715 West Broadway

Fulton, NY 13069


What is the LIT program?

 

The YMCA Leaders in Training program is a supervised leadership development program that allows candidates who have completed 6th grade and are not yet 16 years old to develop and enhance their leadership skills.  LITs must express interest in interacting with younger children during sports, crafts, nature study, and water activities.  Program participants must commit to a minimum of five of the eight weeks of summer camp.

 

All of our LITs will participate in a well rounded program of leadership development, activity & skills training, conflict resolution strategies, and character education.  LITs will be responsible for assisting counselors in leadership roles within various areas of the camp program as well as participating in a diverse set of training sessions.

 

The goal of the LIT program is to provide many of the 40 Developmental Assets necessary to produce confident youth with the leadership skills to become successful adults. It provides participants with the tools to develop strong communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and the ability to act as a positive role model - all qualities that colleges and future employers look for in candidates.

 

For more information reach out to:

Jennah Lamb | Family Director

jlamb@fultonfamilyymca.org | 315.598.9622

 

 

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