CIT Director: Lead Camp Counselor Training & Curriculum

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; Blacksburg (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Upper Palmetto in Blacksburg, SC is seeking a dynamic Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Director to oversee the CIT program at Camp Cherokee. You will create and implement transferrable leadership curricula to train young teens to become counselors and lead daily activities.

Responsibilities include developing a rolling 3-week curriculum, planning schedules, training staff on safety and emergency procedures, supervising CITs, and coordinating opening and closing day activities, while

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Certification in First Aid and CPR is required.
• Must attend all pre-camp training, retreats, and opening training sessions.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Create, plan and manage Counselor in Training curriculum to prepare C.I.T.s for counselors.
• Review and create a rolling 3 week curriculum with creative program training capabilities.
• Develop C.I.T. daily schedules and job responsibilities for each day.
• Train and manage C.I.T.s in cleanliness of camp facilities and property.
• Communicate C.I.T. responsibilities to group and staff.
• Manage evaluation process for all C.I.T.s.
• Familiarize and train C.I.T.s with emergency action plans and camp policies.
• Assist in staff training programs.
• Enforce C.I.T. curfew requirements.
• Teach C.I.T.s basics of program planning and daily activities.
• Provide transferrable leadership skills and guidance to Counselors in Training.
• Maintain positive role model behavior for all staff and C.I.T.s.
• Communicate positively with all C.I.T.s and staff.
• Provide constructive feedback to C.I.T.s regarding work and camper/staff interactions.
• Assist in transitions from camper to staff member.
• Assist program staff when needed.
• Opening/Closing Day responsibilities.
• Plan and supervise campers and staff during bridge sessions.
• Manage and order cleaning and toiletry materials.
• Support OD responsibilities and inventory maintenance.
• Identify, maintain and create an inventory of cleaning and toiletry materials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Two years of college

First Aid/CPR certified

Job description

The YMCA of Upper Palmetto in Blacksburg, SC is seeking a dynamic Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Director to oversee the CIT program at Camp Cherokee. You will create and implement transferrable leadership curricula to train young teens to become counselors and lead daily activities.

Responsibilities include developing a rolling 3-week curriculum, planning schedules, training staff on safety and emergency procedures, supervising CITs, and coordinating opening and closing day activities, while