YMCA Arlington Day Camp - Camp Director

YMCA Metro Washington•Arlington, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility: Assists the Program Director in the overall program development and implementation, the precamp orientation and training for staff and supervision of all day camp staff assigned to a particular camp or segment of camp Required to be on site all day during camp season and may be required to work before and after the camp season as deemed necessary Ensures staff to child ratios, lesson plans and daily schedules are in place and being followed

Requirements

High school diploma
Must be 21 years of age
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
Must meet the county/state licensing requirements
At least three summers of experience in day camp, recreational, physical education, teaching, or work with school age children
Prior experience supervising staff and understand the concept and be able to work well with and in groups
Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents.
Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development
Complete Training for:
Blood Borne Pathogens
Facility Orientation
Child Care Policy/Prevention of child abuse
Day Camp Policies
Staff/Parent Handbook
Camp Curriculum
Emergency Procedures
The YMCA requires that all camp staff attend a minimum of 20 hours of training prior to the start of summer camp and that it be documented in personnel files.
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents
Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
Must have visual acuity to observe all children

Nice To Haves

YMCA Day Camp Director certification/preferred

Responsibilities

Plans, supervises and implements the program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA and the day camp curriculum
Supervises and guide day camp staff and ensures that each carries out daily schedule of activites for all groups of campers
Conducts weekly staff meetings and evaluates staff performance on a daily basis
Reviews campers’ progress or problems, discusses with program director and with parents
Responds to any parental concerns
Ensures that all counselors have daily lesson plans and the appropriate supplies and program needs to deliver a quality program
Responsible for each camper’s safety and security; ensures adherence to the policies of the YMCA
Ensures that all staff and campers abide by the Aquatics Policies and Procedures related to camp programs
Ensures communication with parents regarding their children’s experience
Implement and regulate hourly head counts of children by group on a daily basis
Ensures all campers emergency records are complete with copies made available to lead counselors
Motivate, energize and encourage counselors to deliver outstanding programming and customer service daily
Conducts post-camp evaluation at the end of each camp session
Prepares an evaluation of camp and staff
Other duties as required