Summer Day Camp Assistant Director

Keane & Beane, P.C.; Town of Southampton (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KE Camps seeks an Assistant Director for their summer camp located at Westhampton Country Club, running from June 25 through August 15. The role includes managing camper activities, assisting in program planning, and ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience for all campers. Ideal candidates possess leadership experience, effective communication skills, and a passion for working with children.

Qualifications

• Ability to help children grow in character and experiences.
• Prior experience working with children in a leadership position.
• Knowledge in program planning.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director in program planning and camper management.
• Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner.
• Work with counselors in a supportive manner.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Public speaking ability

Enthusiastic

Responsible

Dependable

Flexible

Calm in all situations

Education

CPR/First Aid Certified or willing to become certified

Job description

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for elementary-aged children. Our Staff are the backbone of our programs and therefore, we pride ourselves on giving them an incredible amount of support. As a staff member, we guarantee you will feel a part of the KE Camps Team!

As anAssistant Director, you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your Camp Director with a variety of daily tasks, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. Our Assistant Director supports the Camp Director in the execution of the camp program and completes all necessary paperwork, all the while interacting with our campers throughout the entire day. As you assist with the management of campers, their families, clublogistics, your small staff team and other camp happenings, you will be truly supported by the KE Camps Year-Round Office all the way.

Assistant Director Qualities

• Ability to help children grow in character, experiences and insights
• Knowledge in the area of program planning
• Ability to guard the health and well-being of campers at all times
• Capable of sustaining energy for participation in a full day's worth of activities
• Prior experience working with children in a leadership position
• Effective communication skills and public speaking ability
• Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations
• CPR/First Aid Certified OR willing to become certified before the summer begins

Assistant Director Responsibilities

• Work with group of campers and provide a fun, safe and exciting camp experience
• Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water, as needed (lifeguard certification not required)
• Work with, and assist in the supervision of, counselors in a supportive manner
• Assist Director in program planning, camper management and day-to-day camp logistics
• Complete and submit daily and weekly administrative tasks electronically
• Greet families and campers upon arrival and help orientate them to camp
• Establish rules with campers and staff and review emergency procedures
• Manage parent expectations by knowing your campers and conversing with parents at pick-up and drop-off times
• Assist Director in managing any non-staff issues that may arise including, but not limited to, camper behavior issues, parent complains, etc.
• Complete other duties, as assigned

Our camp is located at Westhampton Country Club in Westhampton Beach, NY. Camp will run Monday-Friday from June 25 through August 15 - staff members must be available to work the full camp season.

Please apply to this position only if you are NOT a member of Westhampton Country Club. Club Members should apply to the position entitled "Summer Day Camp Counselor - Westhampton Country Club Members" during the specified timeframe provided by WCC.

Find out more atwww.kecamps.com!

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://kecamps.workbrightats.com/jobs/1175132