Summer Camp Program Lead & Mentor

YMCA of Greater Houston; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing on-site

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Lake Livingston camp, to provide support and mentorship to the seasonal leadership team, supervise staff, and ensure a safe, engaging camp experience for children and families.

You will schedule leadership tasks, oversee daily operations, promote YMCA core values, collaborate with community partners, and help prepare for camper arrivals, departures, and events during the summer season.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff and volunteers in a youth program.
• Ability to mentor a leadership team and coordinate daily camp tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, faith.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support leadership team with daily tasks.
• Schedule and organize weekly leadership tasks.
• Oversee team meetings in the absence of Directors.
• Assist in all areas of camp when a director is not available.
• Supervise and support staff and campers in all programs.
• Support program activities that align with YMCA values.
• Complete daily tasks related to camp operations.
• Coordinate camp programming and scheduling as needed.
• Observe staff performance and provide coaching as required.
• Participate in closing procedures after camp activities.
• Evaluate Lead staff and provide feedback where needed.
• Submit requests for equipment and supplies in advance.
• Engage in camp prep for arrivals, departures, and events.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Represent the YMCA in the community and build partnerships.
• Develop relations with community agencies in service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Program coordination

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Lake Livingston camp, to provide support and mentorship to the seasonal leadership team, supervise staff, and ensure a safe, engaging camp experience for children and families.

You will schedule leadership tasks, oversee daily operations, promote YMCA core values, collaborate with community partners, and help prepare for camper arrivals, departures, and events during the summer season.