Hopkinton Summer Camp

Thank you for your interest in the YMCA!

We consider each application without regard to age, race, gender, color, religious creed, national origins, sexual orientation, criminal record, mental illness, handicap, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status pursuant to relevant federal, state, and local laws.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for applicants with disabilities and qualified new hires.

This application is specifically for summer employment at the
MetroWest YMCA Family Outdoor Center Day Camp in Hopkinton. 

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NOTICE TO APPLICANT: THE METROWEST YMCA MAINTAINS "ZERO TOLERANCE" FOR ABUSE

Allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken very seriously at the YMCA and will be reported to the proper authorities for investigation. We have abuse reporting procedures, there are unscheduled visits from supervisors, we have an open door for parents, and we have a code of conduct for staff. We minimize opportunities for abuse to occur and we talk with children about personal safety and touching limits. We also screen carefully to prevent abusers from being hired and we provide child abuse prevention training to all staff. 

Screening tests for alcohol and illegal drug use may be required before hiring and during employment

Note: Leadership positions are expected to work a minimum of 8 weeks of our summer camp.

Our training week is REQUIRED of all staff hired before that date.  Training times and dates will be scheduled appropiately.

References should be individuals that you know well and can attest to your abilities and suitability for employment.  Ideally these individuals can speak to your ability to work with camp-aged children.

Four (4) references required for New Staff:

One (1) Family Member / Relative

The remaining three (3) are character references: adults, 18yo+ who have known you for at least one year.

One (1)  reference required for returning staff

Upon receiving your application for employment, YMCA staff will input your contact information into our online reference management service.  You will receive an email from this service which will direct you through the process of submitting your references.  The sender of this email will display in your inbox as "Harver" and the sending address as "no-reply@outmatch.com".  

The emails you provide for your references will be used to connect them to an online questionnaire that we utilize to gather information about you and your potential fit for the role which you are applying for. It is your responsibility to communicate with these references to ensure they complete the online questionaire. 

Understanding this process, please complete the acknowledgement below.

I acknowledge that I will need to provide satisfactory references before employment at the MetroWest YMCA.  This process will typically be completed electronically through and automated reference check.

Accurate Information
I certify that all information I have provided in order to apply for and secure work with the MetroWest YMCA is true, complete and correct, and I understand that any information provided by me that is found to be false, incomplete or misrepresented in any respect, will be sufficient cause to (i) cancel further consideration of this application, or (ii) immediately discharge me from the MetroWest YMCA’s service, whenever it is discovered.

Reference Acknowledgement
I expressly authorize, without reservation, the MetroWest YMCA, its representatives, employees or agents to contact and obtain information from all references (personal and professional) employers, public agencies, licensing authorities and educational institutions and to otherwise verify the accuracy of all information provided by me in this application, resumé or job interview. I hereby waive any and all rights and claims I may have regarding the YMCA, its agents, employees or representatives, for seeking, gathering and using such information in the employment process and all other persons, corporations, organizations for furnishing such information about me. I am aware that I have the right to make a written request for disclosure of the nature and scope of any report that may be ordered.

Background Checks & Screening Acknowledgement
I understand upon offer of employment, the YMCA will conduct a criminal background check prior to and during my employment as well as a child abuse registry check and I am subject to random, accident follow-up, and for cause drug testing, as well as post offer drug screening contingent on
employment.

Child Safety Statement
I am not a child molester, abuser or pedophile; and have not been accused of being a molester or abuser.

Equal Opportunity Employment
I understand that the YMCA does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, veteran’s status, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry or age; or on the basis of a handicap not limiting the applicant’s ability to perform satisfactorily the job available. The YMCA will give this application every reasonable consideration. However, in accepting it, the YMCA makes no commitment of employment to the applicant.

Application & Employment At Will
I understand that this application remains current for only 60 days. At the conclusion of that time, if I have not heard from the YMCA and still wish to be considered for employment, it may be necessary to reapply and fill out a new application. Employment with the YMCA is employment at will which means that employees may end their employment at any time, for any reason; and that the employer (the YMCA) may terminate employees at any time for any reason, with or without cause.

I understand that if I am hired, I will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 Form in this regard, and

My signature below certifies that I have read, fully understand and accept all terms of the foregoing applicant statement.

By clicking "Submit" below you understand and acknowledge the following:
- I am applying to be a staff member for summer camp 2023.

- I understand that this form does not guarantee me a position in summer camp 2023.  This is simply an acknowledgment of my desire to work.  Positions are filled by the Director and are based on my past performance (if applicable), my experience, my availability, and camp needs. 

- If offered a position, successful completion of hire paperwork, a clear CORI/SORI background check, online training, and verified references will be required prior to the start of my employment.

- Should I be offered a position for 2023, once I receive the staff hire packet I understand that I will have 30 days to complete and return it to secure my position.