Program Coordinator - Science Camp

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges; Maplewood, New London (MN, NJ, CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established organization dedicated to nurturing youth and promoting healthy living as a Program Coordinator. This rewarding role involves ensuring the safety of campers while designing and implementing engaging activities tailored to their interests. You'll work closely with a team to foster creativity, cooperation, and self-esteem among children in a dynamic camp environment. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to social responsibility and community well-being.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Complimentary use of YMCA facilities

Sign on bonus may apply

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a camp setting, preferably 3+ seasons.
• Basic understanding of youth development principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure camper safety and supervise activities effectively.
• Plan and deliver engaging program activities and theme days.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Youth Development Principles

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

South Mountain YMCA, 13 JEFFERSON AVE, MAPLEWOOD, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1729

Thursday, February 6, 2025

We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team.
Sign on bonus may apply

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the General direction of the Camp Director, the Program Coordinator will be responsible for the safety of campers and assist in implementing high-quality camp programming. As a member of the camp staff, the Program Coordinator shall design and implement activities tailored to the skills and interests of each age group. Daily work will consist of working with other counselors to bring about quality programming in a variety of program areas. Activities should nurture creativity, cooperation, skill, and self-esteem.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure, above all else, campers are safe and well supervised.
• Plan, set up and deliver a variety of program activities and theme days in conjunction with the Specialists and Counselors that keep children’s interest high; assist in special events as needed.
• Consistently greet campers and parents with a smile and treat them with enthusiasm.
• Connect with staff, campers and parents, making them feel welcome and included.
• Review regularly with Camp Director/Assistant Director all concerns, priorities, progress, problems, reports and all matters dealing with camp and programs.
• Oversee, effectively monitor and follow all safety guidelines associated with camp and all program areas.
• Identify and report equipment and maintenance concerns in a timely fashion.
• Work with Camp Director and other leadership to develop consistent communication practices and program initiatives.
• Work in cooperation with all staff and other programs on the property.
• Attend all staff meetings, special events and training events as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a day camp setting, with a minimum of three previous camp seasons as a counselor or senior counselor, with specific interest in all activities surrounding camp preferred.
• Previous experience with STEM programming, experience with youth in this setting preferred.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Basic understanding of youth development principles.
• Must have current First aid & CPR certifications or be willing to obtain certification prior to the season.
• Ability to problem solve and take initiative that adhere to the purpose, mission and goals of the YMCA.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as a role model, and take initiative to identify potential risk factors and take measures to reduce them.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Must have sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending on program).
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme heat and humidity.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
• Ability to continuously scan all areas of program activities with clear vision.
• Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
• Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid if needed.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES: Current active employees of the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges should apply via the Careers section of the Dayforce Employee Account.

Professional development opportunities and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.

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