What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Director (21 years and older) position at Frost Valley YMCA?
This role is responsible for supervising staff, ensuring a fun and safe environment for campers, and coordinating with key partners to maintain a high-quality program for campers aged 4-12 at the Grahamsville Fairgrounds. This position focuses on camper safety, activity planning, and ensuring a positive camp experience.
Requirements:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervise and support 4-8 staff members while overseeing 20-45 campers daily.
- Plan, lead, and participate in camp activities to create a positive and engaging experience for campers.
- Communicate effectively with families, providing updates and addressing concerns as needed.
- Act as a liaison between the camp and the pool to ensure smooth transitions and scheduling.
- Collaborate with Frost Valley and Neversink Parks & Recreation staff to align programming and maintain strong partnerships.
- Assist with staff training, observations, and evaluations to foster a strong team environment.
- Ensure all safety procedures and camp policies are followed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Prior experience working with children aged 4-14.
- Prior experience in camp leadership, recreation programs, or youth development preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and problem-solve in a dynamic environment.
- CPR/First Aid certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain).
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
- The employee may be required to stand on their feet for long periods of time.
- Employee must be able to occasionally traverse rough terrain.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
NEVERSINK PARK AND RECREATION AND FROST VALLEY ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Deadline to apply: April 15, 2025
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
