What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Camp Program Director position at Girl Scouts of Connecticut?
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Program Director works closely with the Camp Director and administrative team to develop and supervise camp-wide and inter-unit programs. Works with camp staff to deliver safe and exciting programs following State of CT, ACA, Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoint Standards, and GSofCT policies.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES :
- Works with the Camp Director and administrative team, through delegated responsibilities, for the overall administration and general camp operations following program standards with an emphasis on age-appropriate and session specific programs.
- Attends administrative staff meetings.
- Supervises the program staff through staff assignment, and staff schedules.
- Follows and enforces Camp Staff Personnel Policies. Provides conflict resolution and problem solving with staff as needed.
- Conducts staff meetings for sharing ideas and for planning camp programs.
- Conducts supervisory conferences and performance evaluations and clearly communicates performance expectations.
- Ensures all program areas are provided with material resources and curriculum for their areas with the help of the specialty staff.
- Facilitates all-camp activities while encouraging girl-planning in small groups / patrols and program delivery.
- Manages multiple priorities and oversees program schedules to ensure work is completed in a timely and productive manner.
- Maintains health, safety and program standards for campers, staff, and self. Reports accidents and files incident reports promptly.
- Reports needed repairs of equipment and facilities to the Camp Director.
- Participates in all regular camp activities, such as meals, flag ceremonies, cookouts, opening and closing days and kapers.
- Participates in opening and closing procedures of the camp season.
- Maintains professional camper / staff relationships throughout the camp season.
- Keeps records and prepares written reports as requested.
- Assists campers and staff in emergency situations.
- Keeps the Camp Director (or other designated person) and program staff informed on activities, problems, and concerns on an on-going basis.
- Creates specialty program curriculum.
- Other duties as assigned.
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