Camp Cherokee Counselor in Training (CIT) Director

YMCA of Upper Palmetto•Blacksburg, SC

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Camp Cherokee is seeking a Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Director to oversee the CIT program. This role involves providing leadership skills and guidance to young teens, developing and implementing a comprehensive curriculum to train them into becoming effective counselors. The director will be responsible for creating daily schedules, managing job responsibilities, training CITs in facility cleanliness, and communicating expectations to staff and CITs. This position also includes managing the evaluation process for CITs, training them on emergency procedures, and assisting in broader staff training programs. The role requires enforcing CIT curfew, teaching program planning basics, and serving as a positive role model. The director will provide constructive feedback, assist in the transition from camper to staff, and support program staff as needed. Additional responsibilities include managing cleaning and toiletry supplies, assisting with opening/closing day duties, supervising campers and staff during bridge sessions, and aiding in off-site trip supervision.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or have completed at least two years of college.
Must be certified in First Aid and CPR.
Must attend all pre-camp training, retreats, and opening training session.
Possess leadership qualities and ability to use sound judgment.
Good health, enthusiasm, individual maturity, moral character, team qualities, and communication skills.
Possess interest in the development of children.
Must be able to endure hot temperatures, physical exertion, manual labor, behavioral conflicts, and must be able to walk, run, and swim every day.
Physical requirements of the C.I.T. Director at Camp Cherokee include endurance during prolonged activities, bending, stooping and lifting. Other physical aspects include the ability to observe and manipulate leadership activities, to meet the needs and skill levels of all Counselors in Training.

Responsibilities

Create, plan and manage Counselor in Training curriculum that will effectively prepare C.I.T.’s in becoming counselors.
Review and create a rolling 3 week curriculum, which includes creative program training capabilities.
Develop C.I.T. daily schedules and their job responsibilities for each day.
Train and manage C.I.T.’s in cleanliness of camp facilities and property.
Communicate C.I.T. job responsibilities and expectations to group and other staff members.
Manage the evaluation process for all C.I.T.’s at Camp Cherokee.
Familiarize and train C.I.T.’s with emergency action plans, policies and procedures specific to Camp Cherokee.
Assist in staff training programs.
Enforce C.I.T. curfew requirements.
Teach C.I.T.’s the basics of program planning – develop daily programs.
Provide transferrable leadership skills and guidance to Counselors in Training.
Maintain direction and positive role model behavior to all staff and Counselors in Training.
Communicate positively and enthusiastically with all C.I.T.’s and other staff members.
Provide constant constructive feedback to C.I.T.’s regarding their work and camper/ staff interactions.
Assist in the transition from camper to staff member.
Assist program staff when needed.
Opening/ Closing Day Responsibilities
Plan and supervise campers and staff during “bridge” sessions.
Manage and order cleaning and toiletry materials.
Actively assist in “OD” responsibilities.
Assist in supervision during off site trips.
Identify, maintain and create an inventory of all cleaning and toiletry materials. Note when repairs are needed or new cleaning materials are needed.