Greater Philadelphia YMCA · 13 hours ago
Assistant Day Camp Leader
Dingmans Ferry, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expGreater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Summer Camp Counselor to join their team. The role involves managing staff and volunteers, planning camp programs, and ensuring compliance with safety and risk management standards.
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Responsibilities
Trains and manages associated staff and volunteers, engages and cultivates key internal and external relationships, and creates & implements sustainable improvement plans
Ensures that all program areas are managed to exceed compliance and risk management expectations
Schedules and coordinates all activity sessions, evening programs and special events, ensures appropriate staff assignments and support
Lead the planning and development of camp programs and acts as a key leadership team member in our Summer Camping Programs
Supervises and evaluates the performance of their program staff
Ensure related program and facility/equipment compliance with safety, risk management and accreditation/licensing standards. Maintain records for inspections and staff certifications. Maintain current associated certifications and training, and remain current on applicable laws and standards
Schedule and coordinate all related program activities and facilities. Ensure appropriate staff assignments and support
Lead the planning and carry out the development of all assigned programs to reflect the goals and objectives set by the Team Leader and the Executive Leader, and the mission of the YMCA
Maintain supplies and equipment inventory for related programs
Be actively involved in the local community and the YMCA community through trainings and volunteering or being a member of a related organization to further your learning and networking
Ensure program staff engage in housekeeping of the camp buildings, including cabins, dining halls, and program facilities during and after any group stay
Lead by example at all times. Interact with a high level of professionalism and accountability
Supervise program specialists
Qualification
Required
18+ years of age
3+ years of experience working in a Camp or Recreational Environment
Desire and ability to work with people of all ages
Thorough understanding and appreciation for child and adolescent development and ability to design and implement programs, policies and protocols to support that development
Ability to communicate and work with individuals or groups participating in environmental education, and provide necessary instruction to campers, parents and staff
Ability to operate motor vehicles and meet the safe driving requirements of the association
Ability to motivate staff and customers
Excellent written and oral communication skills
High-energy and creativity with a strong grasp of the YMCA mission
Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence
Preferred
Additional certifications (WFR, WFA, LGT, WSI, Ropes, etc.) a plus
Benefits
Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
Flexible work schedule
Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
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Company
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is committed to strengthening the foundation of our communities through programs that promote youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
Campbell Soup Company
2024-04-17Grant· $0.02M
2019-10-18Grant
Leadership Team
John Flynn
President/CEO
Shaun Elliott
President and CEO
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