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Job Description
- Train, supervise, and schedule staff in activity areas; oversee Specialist team in quality of activity facilitation
- Assist Senior Director of Camping in training, supporting and coaching leadership staff throughout the summer
- Assist in upholding camp tradition (Pathfinder program, cabin/unit of the week awards, etc.)
- Schedule and implement a variety of evening activities
- Organize and facilitate off-season programs (Groups & Retreats, Family Camps, etc.)
- Coordinate, plan, and implement staff needs, training, and hiring as needed for group season responsibilities
- Assist the Senior of Camping with staffing initiatives and oversight
- Oversee program quality for both groups season and summer camp activities
- Assist in marketing for all Camp programs
- Ensure all aspects of Camp are congruent with the requirements laid out by the American Camp Association
- Team player with personal commitment to YMCA Mission, Philosophy & Character Development Values
- Provide a warm and welcoming environment for participants, addressing their needs and concerns throughout their time in Camp Piomingo Programs
- Communicate clearly and effectively with participants, staff, and management to provide timely updates, instructions, and information about schedules and logistics
- Positively impact & mentor a diverse community of all ages
- Ensure both a physically and an emotionally safe and inclusive environment for youth and staff
- Ensure all activities are safe, inclusive, engaging, catering to a diverse range of participants’ interests and abilities
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Related Experience
- Minimum of 3 years of overnight camping experience
- Experience in staff management and leading others
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Commitment to working with diverse groups of youth and staff
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Desire to learn and approach challenges with a problem-solving mentality
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team
- Ability to accept guidance and supervision
- Ability to obtain YMCA Leader Certification within a year