Seasonal Assistant Director Overnight Camp - Camp Speers

Greater Philadelphia YMCA•Delaware Township, PA

10d•$450 - $525•Onsite

About The Position

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is hiring a seasonal Assistant Overnight Camp Director at Camp Speers in the Poconos. This role supports summer camping programs and the camp community by helping children reach their potential and supporting their age-appropriate development. The Assistant Director leads and develops camp programs, coordinates activities and events, manages and supervises staff and volunteers, and helps ensure that programs and facilities meet safety, risk management, compliance, and accreditation or licensing standards. The position also involves maintaining equipment and records, supporting housekeeping, and engaging with the local and YMCA communities. The YMCA offers team support and 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 with access to all branches, a flexible work schedule, discounts on child care and summer camp programs, and an opportunity to learn about the YMCA’s future-planning offerings.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
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 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 and creativity, with 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; cultivate 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 planning and development of camp programs as a member of the summer camping programs leadership team.
Supervise and evaluate program staff, including program specialists.
Ensure program and facility or equipment compliance with safety, risk-management, and accreditation or licensing standards.
Maintain inspection records and staff certification records; keep required certifications and training current; and stay up to date on applicable laws and standards.
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 and facilities, including cabins and dining halls, during and after group stays.
Lead by example and interact with professionalism and accountability.
Develop and carry out assigned programs in alignment with goals and objectives set by the Team Leader and Executive Leader and with the YMCA mission.