Senior Program Leader

Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches • Pierson, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Program Leader directs and coordinates the activities and functions of the seasonal direct care staff, assists in coordinating events as assigned by the Camp Director, and assists in supervision of group leaders. The Senior Program Leader works closely with the Camp Director and Director of Camping Services to ensure that each of the programs offered within the area of Camping Services will run in a smooth, functioning manner to be in the best interest of the youth, school/organization, personnel, and the agency. The Senior Program Leader is expected to work within the philosophy, goals, aims, and operating procedures of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches to ensure the best interest of the youth who attend any camping services programs. The Senior Program Leader is directly responsible to the Camp Director. This position is exempt from overtime pay.

Requirements

• A minimum of a two-year AA Degree in either the educational or human services field is required.
• Individuals who possess a high school degree with at least three years’ experience in a camping environment will be considered.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of the camping process, including group work theory and practices.
• Must possess a general knowledge in such areas as challenge course activities, pool safety, ropes course facilitation, basic canoe instruction, nature programs, and theories of conflict resolution, cultural diversity and peer mediation.
• Must possess the ability to remain in control during crisis situations, along with demonstrated understanding and the ability to tolerate and deal with various behavior levels exhibited by youth and staff.
• Must have the ability to recognize problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions (i.e., the ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with problems involving a variety of situations).
• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment and supervise while participating in group activities.
• Must be willing to remain flexible in the work schedule, as weekend duty will be required.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver License and be able to maintain a safe driving record consistent with agency policy as it relates to driving an agency assigned vehicle.
• Employment in this position is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, as required by Florida law.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in the educational field or a closely related human services field is preferred.
• Ropes Course certification from an ACCT provider must be attained within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of the plan of work and operation of the facility including assisting the maintenance team with upkeep of infrastructure.
• Demonstrates initiative in the development of curriculum and scheduling of activities for camp programs.
• Assists the Camp Director in planning the day-to-day operations of summer resident camp.
• Provides supervision of Summer Resident Camp staff involved in camp programs.
• Helps to resolve conflict between youth and/or staff before being brought to the attention of the Camp Director.
• Demonstrates persuasiveness in the selection, orientation, and training of Camping Services staff.
• Serves as a member of the recruiting team for summer staff.
• Provides necessary documentation for all aspects of Summer Camp operation including but not limited to incident reporting, census, business reporting, etc.
• Maintains standards set forth by Youth Ranches policies and procedures, ACA and COA standards and State statutes.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, thriftiness, and wise stewardship of the agency’s resources at all times including materials, supplies, and assets.

Benefits

• Housing Provided
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Annual leave and Sick leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance 2x annual salary
• Health savings account, supplemental life insurance, short term disability, and Aflac products available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree