Please read and acknowledge the information below regarding the position and audition process. Minimal age for this position is 21.
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Overview
The Youth Staff must be outgoing and animated to bring our characters onboard to life.The youth character performer has the same responsibilities as Youth Staff/ Kids in addition they will have scheduled appearances in our character costumes in conjunction with adult and child activities as well as photo opportunities.Youth staff is responsible for providing the most FUN and memorable vacations to our younger guest.
Responsibilities
Displaying a friendly, caring, positive attitude with all children and parents at all times.
Ensuring the safety and supervision of all children participating in activities
Ensuring the playroom is cleaned and organized at the end of each shift according to established standards
Keeping up children’s hygiene by consistently tending to their needs (diapering, washing hands, wiping noses, etc.)
Successfully completing the 3-month training program led by the Assistant Youth Director/ Youth Director (for all new Youth Staff)
Following the policies and procedures/mandates in the Youth Operations- Youth Programming Guidelines and in Hotel Operations – Youth Operating Policies & Procedures
Abiding by the rules and regulations set by Carnival and/or the ship’s command
Demonstrating commitment to Carnival Service Values
Supervising waterslide operations and ensuring all safety rules and regulations are followed
Actively participating in assigned activities including, but not limited to, trainings, drills, safety briefings (including “Port Manning”), Kid’s Lunch, Kid’s Dinner, Just Ask, Sail Away, Welcome Aboard Show, Embark, Debark, meetings, performances, character appearances, holiday events, etc.
Being well informed of all activities outlined in Youth Activity Schedules, partnerships (Build-A-Bear, Hasbro, Dr. Seuss “Seuss at Sea”) and family activities
Following all U.S. Public Health, environmental and HESS/MS procedures
Informing Youth Director of all incidents
Providing Night Owls Program for guests per mandates
Maintaining and controlling use of Camp supplies, ensuring al are kept in good order and inventories are kept up to date
Ensuring the uniform policy, the Carnival Look and good hygiene is followed at all times
Working during the specific times listed on your schedule
Complying schedule rotation while following Fun Time procedures
Scheduling appearances in conjunction with the Seuss at Sea™ partnership
Maintaining the Dr. Seuss costume pieces
Cleaning your costume on a performance and monthly basis
Reporting any problems regarding the costume or events to the Youth Director
Must be willing to perform CPR and First Aid as needed
If no Animator or character performer is on board or if one of the performers is sick, somebody within the Youth Department will fill in the role of Dr. Seuss and be paid per performance if necessary
All other duties deemed necessary by the Youth Director, Hotel Director and Shoreside Management
QUALIFICATIONS: Must have and present one of the following or anything similar to the items listed below plus minimum 2 year of experience in related fields:
Must be 21 years of age.
Must be between 5’0”and 5’7”.
Minimum 2 years of experience working with kids.
Care Certification.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Education/Recreation/Park/Tourism preferred.
Psychology Degree.
Special Needs Worker.
Child & Youth Worker Diploma.
Early Childhood Education Diploma.
Educational Assistant Diploma.
EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 2 years of experience working in any of the following fields or programs:
Professionally working with kids/youth.
Creative background (artistic.)
YMCA or other after school programs.
Leading large groups of children (Sports Coach/Camp Counselor.)
Professional child care centers.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be willing to work with children from ages 2 to 11 years old and children with special needs as well as children under the age of 2 years.
Must be able to speak proficient English (speak, read and write fluently.)
Must be outgoing and able to lead large groups of children.
Must have hospitality skills & be focused on guest services.
Submit CPR and First Aid Certificate.
Must be
willing to perform CPR and First Aid as needed.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Resume outlining previous employment experience and education in a Word Doc or PDF format.
Two letters of recommendation attached with resume.
Photo.
YOUTH STAFF / CHARACTER / ONLINE JOB APPLICATION
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