What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tennis Center - Camp Site Director position at YMCA of Metropolitan Washington?
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:
Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Executive Director, is responsible for managing an off-site school age child care center, Summer Camp, supervising the staff and for planning, developing and implementing the Association’s child care/summer camp curriculum
Supervisory Responsibility:
Job title to which this position reports: Associate Executive Director
Job titles directly reporting to this position: Group Leaders and Camp Counselors
Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, supervises, and implements the YMCA School Age and/or YUSA Day Camp Curriculum and schedules staff in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA
Maintains responsibility for the safety of the children at the site
Supervises the senior group leaders, group leaders, and volunteers in the classroom or at the site
Maintains staff/child ratios by using substitutes or substituting for other staff when necessary
Provides guidance to senior group leaders and group leaders to effectively develop and carry out appropriate weekly lesson plans for daily activities
Effectively communicates regularly with school principals and parents, through newsletters, calendar of activities, etc.
Conducts parent/teacher meetings as necessary
Documents attendance, absenteeism and all incidents for each child in compliance with licensing requirements
Maintains effective communications with the schools, teachers, principals or other host organizations, to ensure their continued support of YMCA programs
Maintains site in compliance with licensing requirements at all times
Completes staff evaluations at least annually and ensures that staff complete required hours of training annually
Plans special events, field trips or programs for school holidays and provides for parent-child events during the year
Maintains responsibility for the appearance of the site, the quality of supplies, equipment and materials used
Attends staff meetings, and periodically submits progress reports to the supervisor
Maintains accountability for the budget given to the site, and ensures full enrollment, accurate payments and registrations
Maintains responsibility for directing the activities of the site at all times
Creates quality child care programs that reflect a positive image of the YMCA and its services to the community
Provides positive growth and nurturing of children in the program by meeting individual developmental needs
Creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in which families grow
Upholds the YMCA Code of Conduct
Participates in YMCA activities and events as requested
Attends all YMCA training programs and staff meetings as requested
Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular
Other duties as required
Customer Service Standards:
Staff Engagement:
Greets all children with a smile and by name
Provides ongoing feedback on the child’s progress and development
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child
Facility Excellence:
Provides a safe and clean environment for all kids
Is knowledgeable about the other service area programs and offerings
Show:
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child
Builds lasting positive relationships with parents and their kids
Required Competencies:
Mission Advancement
Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
Community - Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Collaboration
Inclusion - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Relationships - Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Communication - Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Operational Effectiveness
Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth
Self Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships
Functional Expertise - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience:
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School diploma
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
Must meet the county/state licensing requirements
Must have a minimum of two year’s experience supervising other staff
Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude
Must be able to work as a team member
Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents
Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development
Complete Training for:
Blood Borne Pathogens
Facility Orientation
Child Care Policy/Prevention of child abuse
Day Camp Policies
Staff/Parent Handbook
SACC Curriculum
Emergency Procedures
YMCA Leadership Certification:
Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification
Working Conditions:
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
Must have visual acuity to observe all children
Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Executive Director, is responsible for managing an off-site school age child care center, Summer Camp, supervising the staff and for planning, developing and implementing the Association’s child care/summer camp curriculum
Supervisory Responsibility:
- No Supervisory responsibility
- Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision)
- Directly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employees
- Directly responsible for supervising supervisory/managerial employees
Job title to which this position reports: Associate Executive Director
Job titles directly reporting to this position: Group Leaders and Camp Counselors
Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, supervises, and implements the YMCA School Age and/or YUSA Day Camp Curriculum and schedules staff in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA
Maintains responsibility for the safety of the children at the site
Supervises the senior group leaders, group leaders, and volunteers in the classroom or at the site
Maintains staff/child ratios by using substitutes or substituting for other staff when necessary
Provides guidance to senior group leaders and group leaders to effectively develop and carry out appropriate weekly lesson plans for daily activities
Effectively communicates regularly with school principals and parents, through newsletters, calendar of activities, etc.
Conducts parent/teacher meetings as necessary
Documents attendance, absenteeism and all incidents for each child in compliance with licensing requirements
Maintains effective communications with the schools, teachers, principals or other host organizations, to ensure their continued support of YMCA programs
Maintains site in compliance with licensing requirements at all times
Completes staff evaluations at least annually and ensures that staff complete required hours of training annually
Plans special events, field trips or programs for school holidays and provides for parent-child events during the year
Maintains responsibility for the appearance of the site, the quality of supplies, equipment and materials used
Attends staff meetings, and periodically submits progress reports to the supervisor
Maintains accountability for the budget given to the site, and ensures full enrollment, accurate payments and registrations
Maintains responsibility for directing the activities of the site at all times
Creates quality child care programs that reflect a positive image of the YMCA and its services to the community
Provides positive growth and nurturing of children in the program by meeting individual developmental needs
Creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in which families grow
Upholds the YMCA Code of Conduct
Participates in YMCA activities and events as requested
Attends all YMCA training programs and staff meetings as requested
Supports the program goals of the YMCA as a whole and the branch in particular
Other duties as required
Customer Service Standards:
Staff Engagement:
Greets all children with a smile and by name
Provides ongoing feedback on the child’s progress and development
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child
Facility Excellence:
Provides a safe and clean environment for all kids
Is knowledgeable about the other service area programs and offerings
Show:
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child
Builds lasting positive relationships with parents and their kids
Required Competencies:
Mission Advancement
Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
Community - Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Collaboration
Inclusion - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Relationships - Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Communication - Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Operational Effectiveness
Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth
Self Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships
Functional Expertise - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience:
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School diploma
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
Must meet the county/state licensing requirements
Must have a minimum of two year’s experience supervising other staff
Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude
Must be able to work as a team member
Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents
Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development
Complete Training for:
Blood Borne Pathogens
Facility Orientation
Child Care Policy/Prevention of child abuse
Day Camp Policies
Staff/Parent Handbook
SACC Curriculum
Emergency Procedures
YMCA Leadership Certification:
Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification
Working Conditions:
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
Must have visual acuity to observe all children
