Day Camp Site Lead

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking a Day Camp Site Lead to support day‑to‑day camp operations at the Covington Family YMCA. You will supervise staff, manage behavior, handle rosters, and communicate with parents to ensure safe, engaging activities for school‑age children.

You will lead counselors and campers, maintain program standards, and coordinate everyday tasks while ensuring safety training and certifications are up to date, including CPR/First Aid and related policies.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school degree in progress or completed or GED.
• 2+ years of prior experience working with school-age children in a group setting.
• Preferred: minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a day camp setting.
• Current CPR/First Aid/BLS or ability to complete within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must pass criminal background check, drug test, MVR check, and BFTS background check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan, organize, and implement a structured program for school-age children.
• Ensure all administrative and programming decisions follow YMCA program standards.
• Carry out daily program tasks related to the role's scope and responsibility.
• Provide leadership to counselors and campers within camp groups.
• Ensure counselors and campers have supplies and equipment needed for camp activities.
• Coordinate and supervise dropoff and pickup protocols.

Skills

Staff supervision

Verbal communication

Written communications

Leadership

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non‑profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like‑minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre‑K with high‑quality literacy and STEAM‑infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Under the direction of the Youth Development Director, the Day Camp Site Lead will be primarily responsible for supporting the Youth Development Director in running day‑to‑day camp operations. They are responsible for staff supervision, behavioral management, roster management, and parent communication. This role is crucial for providing guidance, leadership, values, education and enjoyment for children served at camp.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to)

• Supervise, plan, organize, and implement a structured program that supports activities for school-age children in a learning environment.
• Ensure that all administrative and programming decisions are guided by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta program standards.
• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
• Provide leadership to counselors and campers within camp groups.
• Ensure counselors and campers have all supplies and equipment needed for camp activities.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding day camp programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate, and ensure that all day camp programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation and Branch Emergency proceduresand any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.
• Adhere to the YMCA Keeping Kids Safe Policy.
• Ensure that lunch and snacks are on time.
• Coordinate and supervise all protocols related to dropoff and pickup.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school degree in progress or completed or GED
• 2+ years of prior experience working with school-age children in a group setting
• Preferred, minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a day camp setting
• Have evidence of current successful completion of biennial training in CPR/First Aid/BLS or complete within 30 days of hire
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Have experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must pass criminal background check, drug test, MVR check, and BFTS background check
• Ergonomics: Sitting, bending, stooping, standing, 15% repetitive keyboard work, seeing, verbal communications, lifting to 25 pounds.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement:

Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.

Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence.

The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

Covington Family YMCA

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is an association of volunteers, members and staff, open to and serving all, with programs and services which build spirit, mind, and body. The Y believes in strengthening our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

When you join our team, you become part of a legacy over a century in the making, where passionate individuals work together to create meaningful change. Whether you're coaching future leaders, supporting wellness initiatives, or fostering connections, your work will have a lasting impact.

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