Seasonal Assistant Day Camp Leader - Day Camp at Speers

Greater Philadelphia YMCA•Delaware Township, PA

About The Position

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is hiring a Seasonal Assistant Day Camp Leader at Camp Speers in the Poconos. The role supports summer camp programs that help children reach their potential through age-appropriate goals and activities. The Assistant Day Camp Leader helps plan and deliver programs, leads and supervises staff, and ensures camp activities and facilities meet safety, risk management, compliance, and accreditation or licensing standards. The position involves coordinating activity sessions, evening programs, special events, program facilities, and staff assignments. It also includes maintaining program supplies, equipment, inspection records, and staff certifications; supporting housekeeping of camp buildings; and engaging with the YMCA and local communities through training, volunteering, or related organizations. The YMCA offers training, opportunities to learn and grow, and the chance to contribute to a nonprofit organization focused on strengthening the community. Listed rewards include a free YMCA membership, a flexible work schedule, and discounts on child care and summer camp programs.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have at least 3 years of experience working in a camp or recreational environment.
Desire and ability to work with people of all ages.
Thorough understanding and appreciation of child and adolescent development, with the ability to design and implement programs, policies, and protocols that support that development.
Ability to communicate and work with individuals or groups participating in environmental education and provide necessary instruction to campers, parents, and staff.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and meet the association's safe driving requirements.
Ability to motivate staff and customers.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
High energy, creativity, and a strong grasp of the YMCA mission.
Strong leadership skills and a passion for member service and maintaining a culture of service excellence.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications such as WFR, WFA, LGT, WSI, or ropes certifications.

Responsibilities

Train and manage associated staff and volunteers; build internal and external relationships; and create and implement sustainable improvement plans.
Ensure program areas exceed compliance and risk management expectations.
Schedule and coordinate activity sessions, evening programs, special events, program activities, and facilities, including appropriate staff assignments and support.
Lead the planning and development of camp programs and serve as a key leadership team member in the YMCA's summer camping programs.
Supervise and evaluate program staff, including program specialists.
Ensure programs and facilities or equipment comply with safety, risk management, and accreditation or licensing standards.
Maintain inspection records and staff certifications, keep relevant certifications and training current, and stay current on applicable laws and standards.
Develop and carry out assigned programs in line with goals and objectives set by the Team Leader and Executive Leader and the YMCA mission.
Maintain supplies and equipment inventory for related programs.
Participate in the local community and YMCA community through training, volunteering, or membership in a related organization.
Ensure program staff maintain camp buildings, including cabins, dining halls, and program facilities, during and after group stays.
Lead by example and interact with professionalism and accountability.