Camp Coordinator

COUNTRYSIDE YMCA•Lebanon, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Camp Countryside seeks to build positive character into the youth we serve through our core values of Caring, Responsibility, Respect, Honesty and Faith. Under the director supervision of the Camp Director, the Camp Coordinator will provide daily leadership, guidance and supervision for their camp counselors and designated camps with the end goal of helping develop the mind, body and spirit as outlined in our Mission Statement.

Requirements

Minimum 20 years of age with a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must have prior experience working with children.
CPR and First Aid Certifications required.
Should be available to work from the week before camp begins for training to the end of the final week of the season
Ability to work well with others; take guidance and direction; be enthusiastic, patient, and flexible
Must be able to plan and execute programming and properly supervise and evaluate counselors
Must have strong organizational, planning and decision making skills
Must possess a strong sincere desire to work towards the positive development and growth of children
Able to effectively communicate with children and parents
Ability to perform basic first-aid and safety within YMCA protocol
Understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to Y character development

Nice To Haves

3+ years of camp experience preferred, residential or day camp.

Responsibilities

Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff.
Oversees facilitation and planning of the daily program including activities, schedules, field trips, etc.
Supports counselors in delivering daily activities for designated camps.
Assists in interviewing, training, supervising and evaluating camp counselors.
Supports Camp Director in maintaining ACA Accreditation
Understands and enforces all emergency procedures and YMCA policies
Supports counselors with behavioral issues as they arise.
Consistently and fairly enforces the discipline policy using positive reinforcement techniques.
Attends staff meetings and in-services as designated at set times
Contributes to maintaining an atmosphere of safety and cleanliness for staff and campers.
Follows all safety and risk management procedures reporting any safety issues to your supervisor
Additional duties may be assigned as dictated by business needs