Camp Assistant Unit Director/Education Assistant Site Director

At the MetroWest YMCA, our cause defines us. We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That's why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive!

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you'll discover more than a job - you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you! Pay range is $21.00 per hour! Competitive benefits! Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The full time School’s Out Assistant Site Director/Assistant Camp Unit Director at the MetroWest YMCA works with a Site Director/Unit Director to oversee the operations a School’s Out site and a Camp Unit. The job is located in Metrowest area. . The Assistant Camp Unit Director part of these opportunities works summer day camp located at the MetroWest YMCA Outdoor Center in Hopkinton.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Under the supervision manages, directs and coordinates the School’s Out site. Ensures high quality program, designs practices, processes, and procedures for a high quality program.

2. Coach site staff and assists with staff supervision.

3. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with children, families, staff, and schools. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.

4. Supervises site when Site Director is not present including during before school care;

5. Helps manage the program, including:

a. Contacting families with children who are absent;

b. Ensuring all program elements are implemented based on Y requirements

for content;

c. compliance with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and

the Child and Adult Care Food (CACFP) Program regulations;

d. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures

followed.

e. Maintaining proper records/department files such as child files, attendance

records, etc.

6. Assists with Family Advisory Council meetings, special events for parents, and Y fund raising activities.

7. Serves on the Outdoor Center Camp Leadership Team- responsible for the management of a safe and effective camp unit and supporting the overall camp operation during the camp season and throughout the year.

8. Organization, marketing, implementation and evaluation of summer day camp.

9. Supports the Associate Executive Director of Camp Programs and Juniors UD in camp planning, alumni relations and staff recruitment/retention.

10. Communicates timely, openly and effectively with staff, leadership, nurses, and camp directors regarding issues of concern or safety of staff and campers.

11. Prepares for and participates in camp activities that include Family Fun Nights, theme days, dress up days and Fun Fridays.

12. Serves in a leadership role in the Out of School Time program. Designs practices, processes, and procedures for a high-quality program. Assures compliance with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and the Child and Adult Care Food (CACFP) Program regulations. Ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed. Provides staff leadership for annual fund-raising campaign and committees as assigned.

13. Develops, implements, and manages operating plans to promote program and/or membership growth for the YMCA. Executes strategies to ensure that members and/or program participants connect with one another and connect with the YMCA.

14. Ensure the safety, high quality and strong financial management of all programs and operation through the development and maintenance of a strong part-time staff team, appropriate administrative systems, and high curriculum and safety standards.

15. Assists with licensing and operation of day camps and OST sites in accordance with both local and State of Massachusetts Departments of Public Health and the Department of Early Education and Care and following best practices of American Camping Association standards.

16. Creates comprehensive action and improvement plans based on program survey data.

17. Ensures a positive working and program environment emphasizing the YMCA’s areas of focus and character values.

18. Ensures high quality member-focused programs through innovative program development, evaluations and ongoing training of staff.

19. Works collaboratively with the Marketing Department for successful marketing, social media and communications development and implementation.

20. Assists in other department operations and special events as assigned by the Supervisor(s).

21. Attend staff meetings and participate in, as well as record, required trainings in accordance to individual professional development plan and EEC regulations.

22. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent is preferred and committed to ongoing professional development.
• At least one year of experience with elementary school age children in a licensed OST program (including summer camp). Experience and training relating to working with high-needs children preferred.
• Compliance with EEC licensing regulations
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Flexibility to work at other MetroWest YMCA sites as needed and appropriate.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions, to safely engage with children, and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
• Camp leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hopkinton, MA 01748 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hopkinton, MA 01748: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21