Assistant Day Camp Director - Kirkwood YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child. As part of the Gateway Region YMCA, you will play a vital role in creating a safe and engaging environment for children in a camp setting. You will assist in planning and supervising camp activities, ensuring that the individual needs of each child are met. This role requires strong communication and leadership skills, as well as a passion for working with children. If you are motivated and ready to make a difference in the lives of young campers, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings

12% Retirement Fund after 1,000 hours

20% Discount on Tuition

Free YMCA Membership

Discounts on YMCA Programs

Discounts on YMCA Childcare

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with children, with camp program experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and supervising Camp Staff and activities.
• Ensure safety and well-being of children while maintaining YMCA policies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Judgment and Discretion

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist Day Camp Director with planning, directing, and supervising Camp Staff.
• Ensure the individual needs of the children are met for proper coordination of the program within the program sites.
• Utilize solid judgment and discretionary skills as well as make independent decisions that will affect the Gateway Region YMCA and its departments.
• Maintain positive relationships with many diverse people, including staff, volunteers, and program site administration, and demonstrate strong public relations.
• Ensure YMCA policies and guidelines are followed at all times.
• Maintain an environment that ensures children’s safety and well-being.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 2 years’ experience working with children and a minimum of 1 year working or attending a camp program.
• Must have strong communication, organization, and detail skills.
• Must have the ability to relate to children, parents, branch staff members, and volunteers.
• Must pass CPR/First Aid Certification and YMCA required training.
• Must follow directions, have strong leadership skills, be self-motivated, and possess knowledge of group work principles and processes.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable)

• 403(b) Retirement Savings.
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month periods.
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University.
• Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide.
• Discounts on YMCA programs.
• Discounts on YMCA Childcare.