Unit Head

Commonpoint Queens (Samuel Field YM and YWHA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens (Samuel Field YM and YWHA) is hiring a Unit Head for the Summer of Arts and Sports Day Camp, responsible for supervising campers and counselors while ensuring a safe, engaging environment. The role involves planning weekly programs, maintaining camper awareness, and leading activities.

Applicants should be at least 18 years old, possess prior experience working with children, and demonstrate strong leadership skills. The position is seasonal and part-time, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience working with children required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and guide a group of campers and counselors.
• Plan and implement a well-balanced weekly program based on camp themes.
• Ensure a safe and engaging environment for campers.

Job description

About the Role

Commonpoint is hiring a Unit Head within the Summer of Arts and Sports Day Camp. The Unit Head leads a group of campers and counselors, ensuring strong supervision, structured programming, and a safe, engaging environment. The role reports directly to the Camp Directors.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and guide a group of campers and counselors, maintaining awareness of camper whereabouts at all times.
• Serve as a mature, caring role model and prioritize campers’ needs.
• Manage and support a team of counselors, addressing performance and behavioral concerns and reporting issues.
• Plan and implement a well-balanced weekly program based on camp themes and Specialist schedules.
• Ensure a safe, structured, and engaging environment for campers of all abilities.
• Attend and participate in all camp activities, including orientations, meetings, trips, and staff events.
• Maintain strong attendance and punctuality; remain until dismissed by leadership.
• Assist specialists with activities and maintain group control during programming.
• Supervise campers during daily routines including lunch and transitions.
• Participate in and supervise daily swimming activities; be able to enter the water during swim time.
• Remain responsible and attentive during scheduled field trips.
• Maintain awareness of camper medical needs, including allergies and required medications.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding camper and staff matters.
• Ensure campers respect camp property and prevent misuse or damage of equipment and facilities.
• Uphold all camp policies, including no use of cell phones during camp hours.
• Demonstrate professionalism, patience, and strong leadership at all times.

Agency Expectations

• Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently.
• Use agency resources responsibly and support cost-effective operations.
• Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross‑department teams to ensure clear communication and timely task completion.
• Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience working with children required.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to swim and supervise children in a pool environment daily.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Previous experience as a camp counselor or unit head preferred.
• Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
• Bilingual preferred.

Working Conditions

Primarily indoors in a camp facility with regular outdoor activities and scheduled swimming sessions.

• Exposure to typical indoor and outdoor conditions, moderate noise levels, and seasonal weather.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and participate in recreational activities.
• Light physical effort required; able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Work schedule: Mon‑Fri, 8:30AM‑4:30PM. Occasional weekend work may be required depending on camp programming. Local travel for field trips; no overnight travel.

Job Details

Position: Unit Head, Summer of Arts and Sports Day Camp

Job Type: Seasonal, Part‑time

Location: Queens, New York (various camp sites)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer.