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Cornell University · 1 month ago

Camp Bristol Hills: Program Director - Canandaigua, NY

New York State (Other)

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$2,363/d - $2,363/d

Cornell University is seeking a Program Director for the 4-H Camp Bristol Hills, which aims to provide youth with a unique outdoor experience. The Program Director will be responsible for planning and facilitating various camp programs, ensuring the safety and engagement of campers, and coordinating staff efforts.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan and organize a variety of afternoon recreation programs for campers

Plan and facilitate evening program activities for all campers

Schedule staff to facilitate and/or assist with programming efforts

Coordinate camp communications after each meal

Assist the Camp Director and Assistant Directors with camp check-in and throughout the week as needed

Facilitate all-camp activities during emergency procedures

Provide a staff presence in the Program Area at camp

Enforce camp rules and regulations; model standards for conduct as they pertain to camp staff and campers

Establish good rapport and communicate with parents or guardians of campers on all matters related to camper experience

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

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

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

Youth development principlesCamp leadership experienceOutdoor camp experienceCPR certificationFirst Aid certificationSupervision skillsCommunication skillsBasic computing skillsTeamworkFlexibility

Required

21 years of age by the start of the summer season

Experience working with youth in an outdoor camp setting

Previous experience in camp leadership, and knowledge of 4-H and Positive Youth Development

Ability to communicate effectively with Camp Director, entire camp staff, campers, and camp families

Incorporates teamwork and flexibility into their daily work style