Seasonal Camp Director — Flexible Schedule, Free YMCA Access

Greater Philadelphia YMCA; Delaware Township (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Camp discounts

Future planning support

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Seasonal Camp Director for Camp Speers, Poconos. You will supervise staff, organize field trips, and craft daily schedules to deliver engaging, safe activities for campers.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3+ years with children, and prior day camp or supervisory experience; Lifesaving certifications (CPR & First Aid) are required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related field, and 3+ years working with children.
• 2+ years experience working in a day camp setting, 1+ years in a supervisory setting.
• Prior or current experience in education, athletic education, child psychology, sports management, or related fields.
• Enjoyment from working with children and keeping positive relationships with their parents in high energy sports environments.
• Proficiency in swimming with ability to obtain lifesaving certifications (CPR & First Aid).

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate camp staff.
• Manage and organize all camp field trips.
• Develop the daily schedule and verifying that all aspects are followed appropriately (electives, special programs, and daily events).
• Ensuring that programs are executed to meet the needs of all ages, abilities, and skill levels as well as maintaining safety and well-being of staff and campers.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with fellow directors, maintenance staff, tent and trailer staff, day camp staff, members, and parents.
• Resolve scheduling, programming, parental, and staffing problems as they arise and consult, as necessary, with supervisor for assistance and input.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Lifesaving swimming

Staff supervision

Program planning

Child interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Seasonal Camp Director for Camp Speers, Poconos. You will supervise staff, organize field trips, and craft daily schedules to deliver engaging, safe activities for campers.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3+ years with children, and prior day camp or supervisory experience; Lifesaving certifications (CPR & First Aid) are required or obtainable.