Day Camp Director

Greater Philadelphia YMCA • Ambler, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Camp Director leads the development and delivery of programs that meet member and participant needs, overseeing all aspects of Day Camp operations. This role ensures a safe, welcoming environment while collaborating across departments and supporting volunteers. The Director also builds community partnerships and implements staff training to foster a responsive, member-focused culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Education, Recreation or related field with 3 years of working with youth and 3 yrs. of camp experience.
• Experience in staff supervision, committees and in providing leadership to groups.
• Proven success in developing and managing camp programs.
• Ability to operate PC, use spreadsheets, word processing and related software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to recruit and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high quality Camp programs that meet the needs of the community.
• Ensure quality program delivery and effective use of resources including staff, volunteers and equipment within established budget.
• Provides direct leadership to teach, coach and lead programs and services as appropriately assigned.
• Monitor the program spaces and ensure appropriate behavior is being displayed in accordance to YMCA standards.
• Recruit, train, supervise and develop staff and volunteers to conduct programs and services.
• Plan and conduct Camp staff training at the beginning of camp and ongoing meetings and necessary trainings to keep staff informed and certifications current.
• Coordinate and administer all aspects of program registration, promotion, open houses, and communications.
• Awareness and knowledge of DHS regulatory standards regarding licensing, staff/child ratios and program delivery.
• Be responsible for documentation to include daily and weekly rosters, status of registration, weekly statistics, parent newsletters, all third party payments for Camp.
• Conduct daily evaluation of equipment and facilities to be used for all programs. Follow up on all safety and cleanliness related issues.
• Responsible for YMCA Camp audit and assuring Camp is operated in accordance with ACA standards necessary for accreditation.
• Work cooperatively with other Leaders to schedule and run activities in the gym, pool and other spaces throughout the building. Communicate needs and concerns in oral and written form.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and families of all program participants.
• Assist with maintaining a safe facility by routinely inspecting First Aid kits, reviewing incident and accident reporting procedures and conducting staff training to handle emergencies.
• Assure supervision and management of all camp participants at the facility, during transport and on field trips by adhering to YMCA policies and procedures.
• Develop departmental budgets. Monitor budgetary statements and prepare variance reports. Ensure the attainment of budgetary objectives

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• 50% off programming including swimming lessons as well as childcare programs (early learning care, before and after care, day camp and overnight camp).
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees