JOB TITLE: Summer Day Camp Coordinator, North River Y

JOB DETAILS:

Looking for a summer job where you get to lead others and make a difference in the community? The YMCA is seeking team players who enjoy being creative, outgoing, and leading others as a Summer Day Camp Coordinator! These positions supervise, develop, and implement the overall daily operations of the Y summer camp program. This includes assisting with coordination of on-site activities and logistics, providing instructions to others, and ensuring Summer Camp goals are being met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Under the direction of the Program Director, plans and implements the program in accordance with the policies and procedures of the YMCA
• Ensures the safety of the campers at all time
• Assists the Program Director in recruiting and hiring camp staff.
• Supervises and evaluates counselors.
• Coordinates staff meetings for camp staff.
• Keeps accurate and timely records of attendance sheets, payment ledgers, time sheets and supply inventories.
• Develops and implements weekly activity plans in relation to weekly themes.
• Handles emergencies as they happen.
• Builds and maintains effective communication lines with parents of the participants.
• Maintains all program equipment in a reasonable manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: (The Y may offer some of the required training)

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a camp setting.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Certifications in CPR, First Aid, and AED required.
• YMCA safety including online modules
• Required training on Saturday, May 20
• New Staff Orientation required upon hire.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings, including summer heat and sunlight, outdoors elements and aquatic environments.

Walking, stooping, standing, hearing, seeing, lifting (could be up to 50 pounds).

PERKS:

• Free Y Membership
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Training
• Create Professional Connections
• Resume Builder

THE Y:

The YMCA is one of the world’s leading nonprofit organizations that is committed to strengthening individuals and communities across the country. Every day, the Y helps people connect to their purpose, potential, and each other. Working locally, we focus on supporting people of all ages, gender, and race, to improve health and well-being and inspire action in and across communities.

Must be available Mid May to Early August.

Must attend Mandatory Training on Saturday, May 20

Camp Operating Days are Monday to Friday.