Evening Program Director (Seasonal) -- YMCA Camp Cosby

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Alpine (AL); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 29.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area is seeking an Evening Program Director for a summer camp role. You will plan and lead evening activities, train staff, and ensure safety, welfare and growth of staff and campers.

Responsibilities include coordinating special events, supervising staff, maintaining program quality, and upholding camp policies. You will model teamwork, communicate clearly, and mentor a diverse team across shift schedules and activities.

Formación

• 2 years of prior experience with children, preferably in a camp setting.
• Prior experience in a leadership position.
• Physical ability to cover entire campgrounds and participate in all camp activities.
• Ability to positively work with staff from different backgrounds.
• Must be creative and well organized.
• Ability to manage large groups, communicate clearly and have strong time management.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsabilidades

• Lead assigned sessions during staff training.
• Support all staff at camp and inspire them to be great leaders with campers.
• Be responsible for safety, health, welfare and happiness of staff and campers.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Ensure activity equipment is cared for and replacements reported.
• Adhere to schedules and planned activities of the camp.
• Notify the Cabin Life Director of all incidents and discipline concerns.
• Plan and supervise safe and fun evening programs.
• Coordinate planning and implementation of special events, campfires and evening programs.
• Assist with other camp activities including check-in/out and meals.

Conocimientos

Staff leadership

Program planning

Safety management

Time management

Teamwork

Clear communication

Staff mentorship

Physical fitness

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/First Aid certification (preferred/obtainable)

Herramientas

CPR/First Aid certifications

Descripción del empleo

General FunctionsIn accordance with the Christian principles of the YMCA, this summer position involves providing a safe and successful program for summer campers and staff ensuring their safety, well-being, happiness, growth and development. The Evening Program Director is responsible for planning and implementing special event programing throughout the summer in accordance with weekly themes. The Evening Program Director is the primary staff member working to develop the theme, organize staff, communicate plans, upholding and enforcing all policies and procedures, planning activities, gathering supplies, leading activities, building a positive staff culture and being present as a mentor for all evening and themed activities.Know How:Belief in the YMCA Mission and sets an example of high moral standards. Christian character and values.An attitude of teamwork and enthusiasm of service to others.Have 2 years of prior experience with children preferably in a camp setting.Prior experience in a leadership position.Physical ability to cover entire campgrounds and participate in all camp activities.Ability to positively work with staff from different backgrounds.Know all Camp Cosby and YMCA of Greater Birmingham policies and procedures, adhere to these policies and assure all staff adhere to these policies.Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certifications.Must be creative and well organized.Ability to manage large groups of people, communicate clearly and have great time management skills.Must be 18 years of age or olderPrinciple Activities:Lead assigned sessions during staff training.Support all staff at camp and know how to inspire them to be great leaders with our campers.Be responsible for the safety, health, welfare and happiness of each staff member and camper in your programs.Attend all staff meetings.Assure all activity equipment is properly cared for, returned where it belongs and reported to the Activities Director if replacement is needed.Adhere to schedules and planned activities of the camp.Support the decision of camp leaders and work in unison with Activities Director and Cabin Life Director to assure a safe and excellent camp program.Notify the Cabin Life Director of all incidents, behavior concerns and discipline problems.Create an environment that cares for staff and campers socially, emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually.Plan, direct and supervise safe and fun evening programs.Daily documentation and safety observations.Maintain cleanliness and efficiency of program areas being used.Ensure programs and events are planned to supervise campers in a manner which promotes an enjoyable and beneficial experience.Provide activity leadership in a manner which promotes safety, fun and education.Communicate daily any concerns regarding campers, co-workers or facilities to the supervisor.Coordinate the planning and implementation of special events activities, campfires and evening programs.Assist with other camp activities as needed including, but not limited to Check in day, check out day, evening program and meals. Employees and volunteers who directly supervise children and teens will:Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children and teensAttend required abuse risk management training annuallyAdhere to procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising children and teens.Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.Effects on End ResultThe effectiveness of this position can be measured by an Evening Program Director who shows an aptitude to lead in an attitude of enthusiasm of service to others providing a safe and engaging program that builds a positive image of Camp Cosby and the YMCA. Successful completion of this position will result in staff and campers who have a great experience.