What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Camp Hidden Valley (Part-Time) position at The Fresh Air Fund?

Job Description

Director, Camp Hidden Valley

The Fresh Air Fund, an independent, not-for-profit youth development organization, has provided free summer experiences to more than 1.8 million New York City children from low-income communities since 1877. Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19, The Fund continues to provide safe, fun, engaging, and enriching experiences for New York City youth to keep the magic of summer alive through virtual and outdoor programs. Fresh Air children also participate in year-round leadership and educational programs. For more information, visit www.FreshAir.org.

The Fresh Air Fund is seeking a dynamic youth development professional with prior camp experience for an exciting opportunity to work as the Director of Camp Hidden Valley.

Position Summary

The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to the values of The Fresh Air Fund, has excellent managerial skills, and can build meaningful relationships with campers and staff. This role requires someone who takes initiative and has strong problem-solving capabilities, impeccable attention to detail, and a growth mindset. The Director will play a key role in implementing strategic plans and managing new initiatives that reflect The Fresh Air Fund’s vision and mission. The position will collaborate with other Fresh Air Fund camp directors to institute innovative youth programming and trainings for staff.

Responsibilities

Administrative :

Overall supervision / management of one of the Fresh Air Fund’s 6 sleep-away camps
Provide effective and inspiring leadership and day-to-day management with active involvement in programs
Implement the strategic plan and thoughtful and dynamic frameworks that reflect the organization’s youth development practices, vision, and mission
Develop and actively participate in the assessment and evaluation of the program and interventions with a focus on program goals and objectives and lead continuous quality improvements for all programs
With senior members of FAF and the Director of Camping, oversee both the summer camping and off-season budgets
Provide ongoing training, supervision, support, and development of staff with opportunities for staff feedback, both summer and year-round staff
Cooperate with Fresh Air Fund administrators and NYC office personnel
Attend Director Meetings as well as periodic professional development / training opportunities, recruitment events, and supervisory meetings
Prepare appropriate summary reports

Summer Camp :

Must be able to live at camp over the summer

Interview, hire, and onboard staff members for the summer program

Plan and facilitate administrative and general staff orientation workshops including but not limited to camper safety / risk assessments, communication, and conflict resolution

Develop and provide a safe, caring, and enriching camp program in line with Fresh Air Fund values and youth development principles that encourage campers to return in the future

Provide ongoing training, supervision, support, and development of staff

Overall supervision of any-and-all camp related issues including staff and camper disciplinary matters and communication with parents / guardians

Handle crisis, emergency, behavioral, and medical responses as needed when issues arise

Understand and ensure compliance with the Department of Health, American Camp Association, Fresh Air Fund policies and procedures, and other regulatory agencies and rules

Collect program data related to year-round and summer programs for statistical and narrative reports and make presentations to the senior team and Board of Directors

Year-round programming :

Create and maintain relationships with community-based organizations to foster a rich collaborative and creative community engagement model for Camp

Create engaging family-centered programming to increase family engagement

Create and facilitate extracurricular experiences for children who return and grow with the program including activities focused on social-emotional learning, life skills, and literacy

Design and implement day or weekend programs centered around the fundamentals of Camp

Recruit and coordinate a pool of staff, partners, and more to help with programming, chaperone, and work camp trips

Attend and manage day trips as well as 2-3 off-season weekends at camp including residing at camp for the program duration

Coordinate logistics for programs including transportation, supplies, and child registration

Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a camp or residential setting

Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, or a related field (Master’s preferred)

Experience with diverse populations of youth and adults from urban, or under-resourced communities is a must

Ability to multi-task, prioritize deadlines, work independently, take the initiative, be professional, and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced and challenging work environment

Strong public speaking and computer skills are a must

Possess effective and demonstrated management and organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the capacity to collaborate with others and be a team player

Flexibility of work week hours and willing to work occasional weekends

Driver’s license

Interest in joining a youth development organization and supporting its mission and vision

Salary & Benefits

Compensation : $20,000 summer salary (June-August), $25 / hour up to 350 hours year-round (January—May, September—December)

Benefits : None

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit an application and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. We are hiring on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible. No calls or recruiters, please.

The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in its work and on its staff.   We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations and communities to apply.

Salary : $20,000

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