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.
Under the direction of the Summer Camp Director, the Associate Program Director is responsible for implementation of safety programming, including supporting program oversight of Ropes and Canoeing, reviewing and maintaining Child Abuse Prevention protocols, and increasing parent touchpoints. This position also supports the successful implementation of summer camp programs, including supervision of staff, training, and hitting goals set by the YMCA of the Rockies. The Associate Program Director collaborates with all Admin and Support staff members to ensure excellence in camper and staff experiences and program delivery.
Preferably be at least 21 years of age, and have experience working at Camp Chief Ouray or 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
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.
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 ASSOCIATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR:
Supervisory
Monitor curriculum delivery and progression within program activities, providing feedback to staff on their delivery of program curriculum
Assist with camp living, including housekeeping and basic maintenance
Support staff through concerns and problems in a patient manner
Provide administrative leadership throughout the week when Summer Camp Director is not present, and act as “on-duty” staff for one stayover weekend throughout the summer
Lead staff meetings and all camp announcements when necessary
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
Be responsible for the health and safety conditions in camper and staff living areas
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, including Day Camp and Trips programming
Be concerned with the needs of camper and staff development and growth
Support check in and check out set up/take down
Oversee setting up and maintenance of camp program areas.
Provide leadership in the development of programs in harmony with the Camp’s policies, goals, objectives and procedures.
Make sure staff is 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 lifeguards, barn staff, and ropes staff to ensure all activities are running with progression in mind.
Observe appropriate program activities daily. Address any program that needs changing or better curriculum.
Help inventory and organize equipment and supplies during and at the end of the summer.
Be responsible for the development of quality rainy day activities and making proper adjustments in program due to weather. Establish a staff rainy day resource box.
Supervise development, and revision of Traditional Camp programs and schedules as needed.
Coordinate with the Summer Camp Director for In-Camp Programming and other Admin staff to make staff program areas are properly equipped.
Make sure all ratios and ACA standards are followed.
Gain working knowledge of Camp Minder software.
Participate and help organize Evening Programs as needed.
Meetings
Meet daily with Summer Camp Director 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 cluster head to discuss successes, goals and areas of improvement.
Meet twice weekly with other camp administrators to evaluate program.
Meet weekly with Day Camp and Leadership and Trips admin to evaluate and implement staff experience and appreciation
Reports/Evaluations
Maintain log of daily camp “happenings”, i.e. risk management situations, weather, special activities, evening programs, etc.
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