Camp Chief Ouray is the residential camp for kids at YMCA of the Rockies. Making a difference in the life of a young person, learning skills that will help you throughout future jobs, and gaining lifelong friends in the process is a wonderful way to spend your summer. Join us! All positions listed on our website under About > Work at CCO.
Only 20 minutes to Rocky Mountain National Park, Camp Chief Ouray offers scenic views in every direction. The camp is located on the property of Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, Colorado.
The Village Leader is responsible for the overall staff and camper experience, helping to foster meaningful relationships. The Village Leader helps schedule and evaluate staff, acting as the first line of support for any staff concerns. This includes supporting program delivery and stepping in when camper behavior concerns arise. The Village Leader works collaboratively with other Village Leaders and Admin to ensure daily communication happens with each staff and camper. The Village Leader is a part of the Admin team and supports the overnight camp program.
Willingness to comply with YMCA and DOT rules to be approved to operate YMCA vehicles, including 15-passenger mini-buses.
Must conduct all vehicle operations within the DOT Regulatory Requirements that apply to the position's specific driving duties.
Must have a valid US Driver's license or, if required, a Commercial Driver's License.
Must have a satisfactory driving safety record (Verified by MVR Review)
Must have the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card (Complete DOT Physical) in order to perform driving duties.
Drivers must pass a pre-employment drug test.
Drivers must complete a YMCA driver training program.
Preferably be at least 21 years of age, and have experience working with youth in a summer camp setting
Have supervisory experience
Have organizational and scheduling skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and efficiently manage time.
Must have current certification in CPR/First Aid or be willing to obtain certification
All other duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ALL CAMP CHIEF OURAY STAFF:
Create a safe space for all campers, families, and staff. Promote safe work practices to allow for development and growth for all.
Possess the social and emotional skills necessary to build rapport and positive relationships, putting camper needs first
Respond to camper and customer requests for service, troubleshoot problems and develop solutions in a patient and respectful manner.
Contribute to a cooperative and positive camp community, be a team player
Be responsible for the upkeep of the camp facility and cleanliness of camp. Report any repairs in a timely manner.
Assist other departments as needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ASSISTANT SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR:
Supervisory
Supervise one camper village (North or South), working collaboratively with the other Village Leader
Ensure camp living cleanliness standards are maintained, including housekeeping and basic maintenance
Support staff through concerns and problems in a patient manner, act as first point of contact for staff concerns
Supervise and assist cabin activities and relationship building
Assist Summer Camp Director with staff corrective action conversations as needed
Assist with the overall administration of Camp Chief Ouray programs as organized by the Camp Executive
Assist in nighttime responsibilities, assuring campers and staff are safe after lights out
Training
Participate in admin and staff training prior to working with campers.
Assist with the coordination and implementation of curriculum for staff training. Evaluate trainings after delivery.
Provide training appropriate to areas supervised to ensure quality programming and camp activities.
Program
Become familiar with total camp program.
Be concerned with the needs of camper and staff development and growth
Oversee maintenance and care of living areas and cleanliness of cabins.
Help ensure staff are properly trained on progression & lesson plans that meet ACA, YMCA, and Colorado Child Care Licensing standards and regulations
Work with Admin Staff to schedule and oversee all cabin counselors.
Observe and communicate with all cabin counselors daily. Address any issues immediately.
Help develop quality rainy day activities and making proper adjustments in program due to weather. Establish a staff rainy day resource box.
Ensure that first aid kits and medical equipment for counselors and village is properly maintained and readily available.
Make sure all ratios and ACA standards are followed for cabin counseling staff
Participate and help organize Evening Programs as needed.
Assume cabin counselor responsibilities as necessary.
Meetings
Meet daily with Summer Camp Director and other Village Leaders to discuss and evaluate programs, activities and staff.
Consult with Summer Camp Director relative to suggestions for improvement of activities and general camp experiences.
Meet weekly one-on-one with every cabin counselor to discuss successes, goals and areas of improvement.
Meet twice weekly with other camp administrators to evaluate program.
Conduct village meetings and announcements weekly
Reports/Evaluations
Maintain log of daily camp “happenings”, i.e. risk management situations, weather, special activities, evening programs, etc.
Submit mid-season and end-of-season evaluations for designated cabin counselor staff
Write a report and evaluation of program (End of Season Report) and summer including programs, leadership, site and facilities and recommendations for the future.
Compile activity curriculum and tract progression with in activity logs/ binders.
Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism is required
Possess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional
Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff
Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environment
Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
All other duties as assigned