Program Director

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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