Seasonal Camp Director

GREATER SOMERSET COUNTY YMCA • Hillsborough Township, NJ

9d

About The Position

Camp Star is seeking a seasonal Camp Director to support the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general direction of the Senior Director and/or Branch Leadership, the Day Camp Director will be responsible for the safety of campers and implementation of high quality camp programming. As the leader of the Camp staff, the Day Camp Director will be responsible for building relationships, foster achievement, and encourage belonging by providing a friendly, healthy, and fun atmosphere for all campers through development of personal growth, maturity and socialization.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience working at a camp or related experience working with children in a leadership capacity
• Must be able to independently lead, plan, and actively participate in a variety of activities
• Experience in supervision
• At least 21 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Excellent communication skills. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending upon the programs).
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme heat and humidity.
• Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure, above all else, campers are safe and well supervised.
• Provide leadership to camp as a whole, including programming, safety and activities.
• Develop and implement the Staff Orientation schedule and program.
• Plan and oversee the scheduling of program activities, theme days, and family nights, in conjunction with the Activity Specialists and Counselors.
• Plan and oversee logistics and schedules for off-site trips.
• Communicate performance standards, supervise, evaluate and motivate staff including coaching, teaching, modeling, reinforcing and assisting with difficult situations and correcting behavior.
• Connect with staff, campers and parents, making all feel welcome and included.
• Review regularly with camp staff, Senior Director, and Branch Leadership all concerns, priorities, progress, problems, reports and all matters dealing with camp and programs.
• Oversee, effectively monitor and follow all safety guidelines associated with camp and all program areas.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns in a timely fashion.
• Assist with family nights and special events as needed.
• Work with Senior Director and Branch Leadership to develop consistent communication practices and program initiatives.
• Work in cooperation with all staff and other programs on the property.
• Host and attend all staff meetings, special events and training events as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Host regularly-scheduled staff meetings
• Attend and complete all required trainings. At all times uphold camp safety standards. Will understand and practice risk management and disaster policies and procedures.
• Must follow all Association Aquatics Policy Guidelines.
• Establish designated assignments for camp staff for aquatic activities. Help expedite arrival and departure from the pool (i.e. dressing rooms, etc.).
• Follow all YMCA, ACA, and NJ Licensing standards and procedures to ensure the safest and best quality camp and to help maintain ACA accreditation.
• Secure and submit all accident reports.
• Report all immediate concerns to Senior Director, Branch Leadership, or nearest supervisor.
• Help to ensure supervision, safety, expedient procedures and fun activities on the bus. Lead bus songs, stories and games.
• Always maintain a professional demeanor, as you are a representative of the YMCA.
• Wear Camp T-shirt daily.
• Maintain positive attitude, responsibility and self-motivation. Be punctual and reliable.
• Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Uphold GSCY’s More Quality At The Y principles at all times.

Benefits

• FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
• 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
• Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
• Supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees