Ravi's Import Warehouse · 1 month ago
Camp Youth and Family Program Director
Loma Mar, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelRavi's Import Warehouse is seeking a Camp Youth and Family Program Director to oversee the planning and administration of their Overnight Camp. This role involves ensuring a safe and high-quality camp experience while supporting program growth and community engagement.
Consumer GoodsE-CommerceOffice SuppliesRetail
Responsibilities
Program Planning & Development: Fosters a climate of innovation to develop participant-focused programs which support long-term program growth aligned with YMCA mission, safety standards, and evolving community needs
Staff Leadership & Supervision: Share responsibility for all stages of employee life cycle for seasonal teams up to 60; Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to support staff development and success
Camper Experience & Program Quality: Ensure programs are developmentally appropriate, engaging, inclusive, and aligned with camp values. Provide leadership in managing camper behavior, community-building, and creating meaningful opportunities for personal growth, responsibility, and belonging
Operations Support: Support overall camp operations by assisting with logistics, scheduling, equipment management, and readiness of program areas. Contribute to community well-being through stewardship tasks, which may include light maintenance, housekeeping, or kitchen duties as needed
Safety, Risk Management & Compliance: Uphold and reinforce all YMCA, ACA, and state safety policies to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all campers and staff. Support emergency procedures, behavioral incidents, and crisis response with calm, clear leadership
Customer Service & Family Support: Provide timely, professional communication to families and community partners. Handle sensitive or escalated matters with empathy, clarity, and excellent customer service
Community Engagement & Relations: Support YMCA and community events as needed. Build positive relationships with families, staff, volunteers, and community groups to strengthen camp’s presence and mission impact
Leadership: Thinks, communicates and behaves as a cause-driven leader and role model for other staff and members when it comes to desired staff behaviors; promotes youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job-related functions
Professionalism: Model YMCA core values maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude in a fast-paced environment
Other: Special project or other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong belief in the YMCA mission and commitment to nurturing youth potential, building community, and supporting healthy living
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and maintain composure in dynamic environments
Ability to obtain certifications to support YMCA programs (CPR/FA/AED/O₂, Lifeguard/ACCT)
Minimum age 25 and at least two seasons of administrative or supervisory camp experience
At least two prior seasons of administrative or supervisory experience in an organized camp or in a summer program working with children
Past management or leadership experience is required; experience hiring and managing teams of 5 or more is preferred
Employment is contingent on background clearance and compliance with YMCA standards
Preferred
Experience in camp operations, youth development, or leadership roles preferred
Experience using scheduling tools, spreadsheets, or camp management systems is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO
YMCA membership
Company
Ravi's Import Warehouse
Ravi's Import Warehouse supplies medicines, consumer goods, office supplies, and snacks.
Founded in 1986
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase