Summer Camp Site Director

YMCA•Easton, PA

20h•$17 - $20

About The Position

The YMCA is hiring a seasonal, part-time Summer Camp Site Director in Easton, Pennsylvania. The role involves leading camp staff and programs in a high-energy sports environment, supporting children’s development, and maintaining positive relationships with campers, parents, staff, and community members. The Director helps ensure camp activities meet the needs of participants of different ages, abilities, and skill levels while maintaining safety and well-being.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Have 3 or more years of experience working with children.
Have 2 or more years of experience working in a day camp setting.
Have 1 or more years of experience in a supervisory setting.
Have prior or current experience in education, athletic education, child psychology, sports management, or a related field.
Enjoy working with children and maintaining positive relationships with their parents in high-energy sports environments.
Be proficient in swimming and able to obtain lifesaving certifications, including CPR and First Aid.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate camp staff.
Manage and organize camp field trips.
Develop the daily schedule and verify that electives, special programs, and daily events are followed appropriately.
Ensure programs meet the needs of all ages, abilities, and skill levels, and maintain the safety and well-being of staff and campers.
Build and maintain strong relationships with fellow directors, maintenance staff, tent and trailer staff, day camp staff, members, and parents.
Resolve scheduling, programming, parental, and staffing problems as they arise, consulting with a supervisor for assistance and input as necessary.