Teen Adventure Camp Program Lead

YMCA of Silicon Valley; California; Presencial; USD 41 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

YMCA of Silicon Valley seeks a Teen Adventure Camp Assistant Director for Camp Campbell in Boulder Creek, CA. This seasonal role runs May through August 2027, overseeing teen adventure trips and staff development.

You will help train staff, plan trips, manage food orders, and support leadership in daily and evening activities. The position includes supervising counselors, maintaining records, and ensuring camper safety across day and overnight trips, with a focus on collaboration and program

Qualificações

• Experience in a camp setting; programming in a camp setting preferred.
• Extensive knowledge on camping and backpacking permits, skills, and gear use/maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of ropes and climbing programming.
• Experience working with peers as an authority figure; supervisory experience a plus.
• Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder preferred; CPR/First Aid certification required or obtainable on hire.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Summer Camp Director in planning and carrying out staff training and manuals.
• Program all trip elements: food ordering, scheduling day trips, and overnights.
• Contribute to leadership on evening programs, campfires, and schedules.
• Directly supervise and appraise teen adventure camp counselors on trips.
• Maintain records and coordinate cross-department communication; health and safety focus.

Conhecimentos

Camp experience

Leadership

First Aid CPR

Off-site supervision

Formação académica

Wilderness First Aid / WFR certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Class B license (preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

YMCA of Silicon Valley seeks a Teen Adventure Camp Assistant Director for Camp Campbell in Boulder Creek, CA. This seasonal role runs May through August 2027, overseeing teen adventure trips and staff development.

You will help train staff, plan trips, manage food orders, and support leadership in daily and evening activities. The position includes supervising counselors, maintaining records, and ensuring camper safety across day and overnight trips, with a focus on collaboration and program