What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Coordinator (Aquatics) position at Stephens Family YMCA?
This position is seasonal from May 16, 2025 – August 8, 2025. If you wish to continue employment with the Y after Summer Camp, you will need to apply with the desired department.
GENERAL FUNCTION: This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Summer Camp Coordinator (Aquatics) at The Stephens Family YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation to other Summer Camp Counselors in Aquatics, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervises a group of children and program activities and assists all assigned Summer Camp Counselors in the Aquatics Department.
- Manages and coordinates schedules and transitions of all camp activities within Aquatics.
- Provides excellent support and communication as the liaison between families and staff.
- Ensures all safety policies (checking IDs for every pick-up, face counts, etc.) are followed on a consistent, daily basis and provides coverage for key responsibilities whenever needed.
- Follows all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the Y (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies); makes ADA accommodations where appropriate; maintains the program site, equipment, and required program records.
- Builds teamwork and coordination among the Summer Camp Counselors (Aquatics) and assists in ensuring that core values are demonstrated.
- Nurtures children through purposeful programming; plans activities that are intended to achieve program goals and outcomes, are culturally relevant, are developmentally appropriate, and are consistent with the Y's values.
- Creates a positive rapport and shared interest with all youth and staff; models relationship-building skills in all interactions with participants and other staff.
- Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem-solve, and make decisions and choices within the program and provides daily opportunities for youth to reflect on and respond to their experiences.
- Travels to various locations for field trips and emphasizes safety and supervision.
- Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with parents and caregivers about their child's needs and progress; connects families to the Y.
- Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Emphasis on Safety and Supervision
- Communication and Feedback
- Developing Self and Others
- Program Management and Lesson Plans
- Time Management
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience working with children in a camp setting and over 21 years of age preferred.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required or attainable within 30 days of hire.
- Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.
- Previous experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: outdoor living, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, or recreational games.
- Previous experience working with diverse populations.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to plan, lead, and participate in program activities in a variety of indoor and/or outdoor settings, including the swim area.
BENEFITS
- Free YMCA membership
- Discount on YMCA programs and merchandise
