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Cornell University · 4 weeks ago

Camp Bristol Hills: Day Camp Program Director - Canandaigua, NY

New York State (Other)

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Cornell University is seeking a Day Camp Program Director for 4-H Camp Bristol Hills, aimed at providing youth with a fun outdoor experience. The role involves planning and implementing the Day Camp Program for young campers while overseeing staff and ensuring a positive and safe environment.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop weekly program activity schedule utilizing age-appropriate activities that focus on Positive Youth Development for the 5 to 8-year-old campers

Supervise select Camp Staff in all Day Camp activity areas

Provide feedback on Day Camp Staff to the Camp Director for use in performance management

Work with the camp registrar to ensure all camper medical information is accurate and updated

Provide supportive and timely communication with day camp parents as needed for the success of each camper

Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents. Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles

Serve as a positive role model in language, appearance, and behavior

Participate and provide leadership in all camp programs

Other duties may be assigned as required

Be physically able to accompany the campers to any of the camp activities

Ensure campers are properly supervised at all times

Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, and involvement and empowerment of youth

Have visual ability to recognize hazards in the camp setting as well as physical symptoms of camper injury or illness

Have auditory ability to respond appropriately to hazards and any camper concerns

Be able to observe camper behavior in daily camp life, to respond verbally to health and safety concerns, and to deal appropriately with any improper behavior

Qualification

Camp Leadership ExperienceYouth SupervisionProgram PlanningFirst Aid CertificationCPR CertificationCharacterEffective CommunicationTeamworkFlexibility