What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Camp Coordinator position at YMCA of Honolulu?
COMPENSATION:
$425 / Weekly
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Overnight Camp Coordinator works closely with the Overnight Camp Director and oversees the Summer Leadership team. This position is for somebody with a lot of Summer Camp experience. They will oversee all of the specialty counselors. This includes making their schedules, assisting in program quality control and is able to help in any area of camp that needs extra attention. This position is a great fit for somebody who carries themself professionally, can handle stressful situations and is exceptional at building relationships. This position requires a bus certification. The Overnight Camp Coordinator must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 7 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. The Overnight Camp Coordinator should have experience in leading and motivating staff as well as implementing high-quality camp programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Leadership:
- Be a role model for & develop positive relationships with camp counselors.
- Actively supervise and support camp counselors, enabling them to provide high quality programming. Hold camp counselors accountable to camp rules and expectations.
- Ensure camp counselors get adequate time off.
- Assist with staff training
Child Development:
- Be a role model for & develop positive meaningful relationships with youth.
- Provide children with the opportunities to make new friends and learn new activities.
- Be aware of health and safety concerns.
- Ensure that Camp Erdman is a positive and memorable experience instilling a strong desire to return to every camper.
Programming:
- Provide innovative and fun programming including leading skill tracks and cabin times.
- Operate your program within the Camp Erdman schedule.
- Foster a sense of ownership in programs and facilities.
- Other duties as required that pertain to the operation of a summer camp.
- Attend staff training and meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Mission and Community Oriented:
- Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values.
- Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
- Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
- Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
People Oriented:
- Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations.
- Builds rapport and relates well to others.
- Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
- Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Results Oriented:
- Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for participants.
- Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member/participant experience.
- Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
- Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.
- Supports fundraising.
- Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
Personal Development Oriented:
- Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
- Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
- Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATION
- Valid Lifeguard Certification
- Valid High Rope Certification
- Valid Bus Driver Certification
Salary : $425
