Summer Camp Program Director

MISSION STATEMENT:

As the heart of the community, the Eaton Area Park and Recreation District strives to inspire and encourage healthy lifestyles by serving the physical, social, and mental needs of all ages.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Summer Camp Program Director will assist in performing specialized instruction and program supervision for the Eaton Area Park & Recreation District’s State-Licensed day camp. This includes coordination of participants, organization of activities, and implementation of daily programming. Must be the point of contact for all childcare licensing requirements, including county and state requirements. Must confirm all licensing requirements for campers and staff members. The Director will work in collaboration with the General Programming & Outreach Coordinator for all administrative procedures throughout the Spring, Summer, and Fall annually. The Program Director will oversee collaborating and planning much of the programming for the Eaton’s Explorers Summer Camp. The Program Director must be a minimum of 21 years of age to be Director certified. The Program Director is required to be up to date on certifications and ensure that policies and procedures are followed to maintain state licensing.

Work hours will vary depending on morning and afternoon shifts, approximately 35 - 40 hours per week, not to exceed 40 hours per week. The incumbent in this position must be available for training and planning starting as early as April. This temporary employment will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first). This is strictly temporary employment which may be terminated at any time and does not lead to regular full-time employment.

Supervision Received

Individuals work under the direction of the General Programming & Outreach Coordinator who manages Eaton’s Explorers to carry out assigned duties, functions, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

Supervision/Leadership Exercised

Supervises Summer Program Leader I/II’s and Summer Program Aides when the General Programming and Outreach Coordinator is absent. This position will also aid in supervising staff in day-to-day operations, with the General Programming and Outreach Coordinator’s approval.

Description

The base/starting wage for this position is $20.00 per hour, which increases based on years of service/experience.

Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.50 Hourly

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday ranging from 7:00am to 6:00pm, approximately 8hrs per day; schedule is subject to change

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

The Summer Camp Program Director must always be professional and courteous when interacting with EAPRD staff, supervisors, specialists, patrons, and participants. The Summer Camp Program Director must remember they are representing the program and the Eaton Area Park & Recreation District.

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and friendly environment for all participants.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Always ensure the safety and well-being of participants.
• Be punctual, professional, and prepared for all scheduled activities.
• Maintain a strong knowledge base of camp/recreational activities and related safety protocols.
• Expected to implement and participate in age-appropriate activities for the program
• Maintain accurate records of participants, roll call sheet, incident reports, and/or unsafe conditions
• Frequently check and utilize GroupMe, email, ePACT, and Humanity for information, schedules, updates, and to be able to communicate with staff and families.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The individual in the Summer Camp Program Director is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles and requirements as determined by the EAPRD, department, and pursuant to laws, regulation and practices. Incumbents in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive:

· Prepare program activities and create age-appropriate activities/lesson plans and assist children in socialization and recreational play

· Provides timely feedback to parents; serves as a liaison between campers and parents.

· Assists in maintaining children’s files including completing the appropriate paperwork.

· Prepares program materials, equipment, and other necessary items; organizes related equipment; inspects equipment to ensure safety and cleanliness; may be required to set up and break-down materials for instruction.

· Utilize and regularly check email, Humanity, GroupMe, and ePACT to interact with administrative staff, part time staff, and parents/families.

· Recommends purchasing supplies and equipment needs.

· Assists in maintaining a variety of records, including registration, permission slips, waivers, binder preparation, accidents, incidents, medical records; performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering the telephone, running errands, picking up supplies as needed, conducting activities, and helping set up.

· Communicates with General Programming and Outreach Coordinator to provide quality program.

· Willingness to participate in activities attached to the program.

· Create and implement part-time staff schedule and serve has a replacement when staff members are unavailable to work.

· Perform specialized instruction and program supervision for State-Licensed programs including coordination of staff and participants in daily activities.

· Oversee Program I/II’s and Aides daily tasks, assigns duties, evaluates, and gives valuable feedback daily.

· Plans program curriculum and conduct individualized or group instruction in areas of expertise.

· Provides direct communication with parents and families of incident reports, behavioral issues, camp whereabouts, and information within camp.

· May serve as opening or closing staff member for State-Licensed program.

· Remains composed and makes sound judgement in emergency or non-emergency situations.

· Responds to emergency situations in correspondence to EAPRD Emergency Action Plan.

· Develop positive relations with customers; provide information concerning facility and program(s) to participants and parents.

· Assists with monitoring the day-to-day operations of recreation center or specific program area.

· Leads and offers assistance for recreation activities such as day camps, sports, games, classes, and outdoor activities.

· Immediately reports all incidents, injuries and /or unsafe conditions to supervisor.

· Drives 15 – passenger van for day camp trips to the local parks and playgrounds.

· Maintains order amongst participants and spectators and attempts to resolve disputes that arise; arrange support for issues, as needed. Provide corrective action as needed.

· Exercises discretion if the supervisor is not available for advice.

· Any one position may not include all of the duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time spent in performing the essential duties listed above.? Assists organization with other tasks and projects as directed.

· Takes initiative in everyday operations and is proactive when challenges arise.

· Attend staff meetings, mandatory trainings, and other events required by program.

· Summer Camp Program Director will provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for campers to challenge themselves.

· Be available for the entire length of the program and demonstrate a positive work ethic.

· Willingness to work directly with youth in games, crafts, swimming, activities and other inventive activities.

· Performs related work as required and assigned. Assists other departments, as necessary.

Education, Experience and Formal Training:

· Must be a minimum of 21 years of age, and must have completed at least one (1) of the following qualifications:

a. A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major area of study in one (1) of the following areas:

(1) Child Development

(2) Psychology

(3) Early Childhood Education

(4) Early Childhood Special Education

(5) Elementary Education

(6) Elementary Special Education

(7) Family and Human Development

(8) Family Studies

(9) Special Education

(10) Outdoor Education

(11) Recreation

(12) Human Services

b. An associate’s degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university and three (3) months (455 hours) of experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) years who are not related to the individual; or

c. Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours)) of, experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the ages of four (4) years who are not related to the individual and one of the following qualifications:

(1) Completion of six (6) semester hours, from a regionally accredited college or university; or

(2) Completion of forty (40) clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children within the first nine months in the director position. The 40 clock hours of training cannot include any of the required training listed in rule section 2.508 of ; or,

d. A current early childhood professional credentials level II two (2) or higher in version 3.0 as determined by the Department based on its Ealy Childhood Professional Credential 3.0 Worksheet, found at https://www.coloradoshinespdis.com/s/about-the-ecpc?language=en_US

· Two (2) years of experience in a leadership role similar to working with children, obtained by work experience and/or education related to youth development desirable.

· Must successfully pass all required employment screens that may include but not be limited to:

a. Drug Screening

b. Background Checks

§ CBI | FBI | Facility Child Abuse & Neglect (Trials) Request Form

· Previous experience working with participants with or without disabilities preferred.

· Previous experience working with a diverse population in a volunteer or past employment capacity preferred.

· Experience in an organized camp or related program preferred.

· Any equivalent combination of training and experience provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses or Certifications:

· Must have a current Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one upon hire, that meets the EAPRD standards.

· Must have current certifications in the following, or ability to obtain prior to working with school aged children, including but not limited to:

o CPR/AED/First Aid

o Intro to First Aid and CPR Module

o Medication Administration

o Standard Precautions

o Child Development Training

o Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter

o Disaster prep/FEMA

o Playground Safety / Injury Prevention Training

o Working with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

o Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation

UNIFORMS & PROFESSIONALISM:

The Summer Camp Program Director must adhere to the dress code provided, including wearing EACC-provided gear (e.g., EACC shirt, jacket, etc.) when appropriate for the activity. This helps promote a professional appearance and ensures visibility as a representative of the organization.

· The uniform/attire any other provided gear should be kept clean, in good condition, and suitable for the specific outdoor activities (e.g., weather-appropriate attire, sturdy footwear, etc.).

· Sumer Camp Program Director should always maintain a professional demeanor, including respect, friendliness, and excellent customer service.

· A positive and friendly attitude is essential for creating an enjoyable experience for participants. Professionalism should be demonstrated through clear communication, a helpful attitude, and attention to participants’ needs.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

· Working knowledge of a day camp program, equipment, facility, and computers; departmental rules and regulations; principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques for youth(s) in recreation.

· Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and polices, specifically State Licensing requirements.

· Understanding and responding to customer needs

· Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job

· Skill in administering First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult CPR, and prescriptions as well as over-the-counter medications.

· Good organizational skills with an emphasis on detail.

· Handle confidential information; work under broad direction with limited supervision

· Work with, instruct, and supervise children ages 5 to 15 years

· Work well with culturally diverse people; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work well with varied and demanding people

· Respond appropriately in emergency situations

· Communicate effectively; organize activities, address multiple demands, and meet deadlines

· Organize tasks and working environment to maximize efficiency; adapt to interruptions, equipment failures, usual demands, or challenging priorities

· Read understand, and apply technical manuals, complex analytical methods; understand and follow instructions and procedures; safely operate a motor vehicle

· Knowledge of the current principles, practices, teaching methods, and techniques specific to planning and teaching the program of instruction in areas of expertise.

· Ability to effectively present camp curriculum.

· Ability to adapt activities appropriate for a wide variety of participant skill levels.

· Ability to work under stressful situations and conditions; ability to stay calm; must have excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to maintain certifications.

· Ability to plan and organize safe and effective class curriculum and activities. Ability to effectively present class curriculum, demonstrate proper techniques, and respond to questions specific to the program of instruction.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, and EAPRD / EACC staff. Including the ability to follow directions and demonstrate professional behavior.

· Ability to communicate, follow and enforce all rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to recognize safety hazards and sanitation issues to notify supervisors.

· Ability to complete and maintain well organized daily records, logs, and incident reports.

· Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; bilingual skills desired but not required.

· Ability to operate all assigned equipment properly and safely; ability to set up, maintain, and tear down activity related equipment.

· Ability to complete and maintain well-organized daily records, logs, and incident reports.

· Demonstrates skill in the use of standard office equipment, computers, and various application programs including recreation related specialty software applications.

· This position is subject to the Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program. This includes pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.

WORK ENVIROMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee would typically encounter while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

The physical activities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. The physical requirements of this position are considered Medium Work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The work environment for this position involves leading groups in a variety of outdoor and indoor settings, both within and around the EACC. Summer Camp Program Leader II will facilitate activities in diverse locations such as the EACC's indoor and outdoor facilities, and nearby parks and playgrounds. The position requires physical stamina, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to varying environments to ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $23.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24