Are you ready to be a part of an inspiring community that nurtures and supports children's growth? As a Summer Camp Program Director at YMCA Camp Marcil, you'll play a pivotal role in creating a dynamic and engaging environment where every child thrives!
Your days will be filled with excitement as you manage the overall operation of our Summer Camp. Manage all program areas and overall safety of each activity while overseeing 20 or more staff from all over the world. You will also be the point person to the Center's week of camp to make sure unforgettable memories are being made with our campers and volunteer counselors and directors.
Must be available beginning April 2025 through September 2025. This is a residential position: Room and Board will be provided for the duration of the program, and the program director must share supervision duties at night.
- Minimum age of 25
- Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year College or university in recreational management, physical education, or related field or two to three years related experience.
- Certifications: Current certification in first aid and CPR from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or ASHI (or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire).
- Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodically, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Previous Experience: This candidate must have previous experience or knowledge in General Maintenance and Housekeeping procedures. As well as experience in ACA Accreditation. Previous experience or knowledge in Aquatics, Ropes Course Facilitation, Athletic/Sport programming, Arts & Crafts programming, Reptile Handling & Care, and Resident Camp safety procedures.
- Driving: California Class C or B with Passenger/ Airbrakes Endorsement, preferred. Current 10 year clean driving record.
- This position requires the final candidate to successfully pass an E-Verify check. For more information about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview
- Further the mission of the camp through the planning and delivery of activities/programs that are safe, fun, and appropriate for the camper's ages and abilities
- Responsible for the organization, delivery and quality of the summer sleepaway camp program
- Create a positive camp environment for all participants and staff.
- Create the plans and implements schedules for guest and staff and has a variety of administrative duties
- Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Plans, assigns, and directs staff and volunteer work.
- Monitors and updates all required staff certifications
- Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events
- Organizes and schedules staff meetings.
- Compiles program statistics
- Reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
- Plays an active role in continuing to identify ways to improve safety standards.
- Uses problem solving skills to make quick decisions, instruct, evaluate, supervise, and recognize the potential for danger or injury.
- Delivers and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
- Assist in the planning of any special events.
- Assist in the day to day upholding of camp and dining hall procedures, and housekeeping standards
- Assist in the duties such as camp host duties, kitchen patrol or office help
- Engaging Community
- Inclusion
- Functional Expertise
- Program Management
- Emotional Maturity
- Current certification in first aid and CPR from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or ASHI (or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire)
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California Class C or B with Passenger/ Airbrakes Endorsement, preferred. Current 10 year clean driving record, preferred.