Day Camp Director (Rockaway YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York seeks a Day Camp Director for the Rockaway YMCA to lead the Summer Day Camp program. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring participant safety, and managing camp operations. Ideal candidates have a bachelor's degree related to youth programs and experience in camp management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience managing a high-volume day camp.
• Day Camp Director Y-USA training and certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise part-time staff and volunteers, ensuring performance standards.
• Ensure health and safety of participants and adherence to risk management.
• Maintain accurate program documentation and manage payroll expenses.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a program area related to working with youth

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Full-Time / Seasonal

$2,475 Bi-weekly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Rockaway YMCA is seeking a Day Camp Director who, under the supervision of the Youth & Family Director, plays a critical role in the successful operation of the Summer Day Camp program. They will be responsible for the overall leadership of the day camp program, including supervision of staff and volunteers, fiscal management, and day-to-day operations. The Day Camp Director is charged with ensuring the delivery of quality programming, which includes all Y and funder program elements. They are expected to develop and maintain effective relationships with Y staff, school partners, funders, donors, caregivers, community members, and other organizations.

Summer Day Camp programs operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., July through August.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants by understanding, maintaining, and ensuring that staff and participants follow Risk Management and safety procedures.
• Report all incidents in accordance with the Y policies and procedures.
• Supervise part-time, non-exempt staff and volunteers by monitoring performance, providing support, coaching, and recognition, and holding staff accountable for performance expectations.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all staff and participants and promotes a positive camp spirit.
• Support the planning of all camp activities, ensure that all Y program expectations are executed (including STEM, literacy, and memory books), and coordinate use of branch facilities for program activities and events.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
• Authorize weekly staff schedules and manage payroll expenses by regularly reviewing and approving hours worked in ADP. Manage and track volunteer hours.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in the camp program.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Summer Day Camp program to staff, participants, and caregivers.
• Develop and implement an orientation session for families before the first day of camp, which includes safety procedures, ground rules, schedules, and other necessary information.
• Maintain positive relationships and communication with guardians and community members throughout the summer.
• Respond to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
• Support the development and facilitation of required pre-camp trainings in partnership with the Association Office and the Youth & Family Director.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a program area related to working with youth.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience managing a high-volume day camp and supervising staff.
• Day Camp Director Y-USA training and certification is mandatory.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.

How to Apply: If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization. If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

Job ID: req2598

Employment Type: Full-Time / Seasonal

Location: Rockaways YMCA, Queens, NY

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