Senior Unit Leader
About The Position
The Senior Unit Leader works closely with the Overnight Program Director, and the Junior Unit leader. This position will be responsible for all campers and counselors in the designated age range - typically ranging between 12 & 17. Unit Leaders are in charge of morning activity breakouts, counselor pairings, assisting with behavioral issues and holding counselors to high standards through support and accountability, as well as preparing the necessary paperwork to set their counselors up for success in following weeks. Unit leaders should be comfortable with open and prompt communication with parents and supervisors surrounding and behavioral or other concerns. The people in these positions must be self motivated and able to fulfill the “see a need, fill a need philosophy” This position will have housing provided. A great fit for one of the Senior Unit Leader positions is somebody with supervisory experience, multiple years of summer camp experience and great rapport with former supervisors. The Senior Unit Leader must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 7 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. The Unit Leader should have experience in leading and motivating staff.
Requirements
- Experience working with children
- CPR/AED & First Aid required
- TB test required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Lifeguard Certification
- Bus Driver Certification
- Supervisory Experience
- Prior Summer Camp Experience
- Peer Leadership
- High Ropes Certification required
Responsibilities
- Be a role model for & develop positive relationships with camp counselors.
- Actively supervise and support camp counselors, enabling them to provide high quality programming. Hold camp counselors accountable to camp rules and expectations.
- Ensure camp counselors get adequate time off.
- Assist with staff training
- Be a role model for & develop positive meaningful relationships with youth.
- Provide children with the opportunities to make new friends and learn new activities.
- Be aware of health and safety concerns.
- Ensure that Camp Erdman is a positive and memorable experience instilling a strong desire to return in every camper.
- Provide innovative and fun programming including leading skill tracks and cabin times.
- Operate your program within the Camp Erdman schedule.
- Foster a sense of ownership in programs and facilities.
- Other duties as required that pertain to the operation of a summer camp.
- Attend staff training and meetings.
Benefits
- Free Y membership with employment
- Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire
- Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.
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Career Level
Senior
