Summer Camp Leadership- Camp Willson - Bellefontaine, United States - YMCA OF CENTRAL OHIO

Description

Overnight Summer Camp Leadership

Pay Rate: $400-$450 per week

Description:

Assistant Summer Camp Director

The Assistant Summer Camp Director is a dynamic leader supporting the overall management of camp operations. With a keen focus on camper well-being and program quality, they collaborate with the Camp Director to ensure a safe, engaging, and memorable experience for all. Their responsibilities include staff coordination, activity planning, and fostering a positive camp community. The Assistant Director plays a pivotal role in shaping the camp's success and enhancing the campers' summer adventure.

Unit Leaders:

Unit Leaders at our summer camp are the cornerstone of our leadership team. With a focus on advanced camper matters, they support staff management and lead the planning and execution of land activities and Evening Programs. This dynamic duo ensures a seamless camp experience, blending expertise in camper relations with adept coordination of engaging activities, creating lasting memories for all.

Seasonal: Full Time (140 hours/week). Training begins virtually once all positions are filled and in person training begins on May 28. Camp ends no later than August 10

Benefits:

• FREE YMCA Membership for you and your household
• 40+ hours of paid training (including American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, AED, and O2 certifications)
• Fun, outdoor-based programming
• Discounted programs
• Fast paced, supportive work environment
• Rewarding work making a positive impact on young people
• Opportunities for year-round employment
• Opportunity for internships may be available

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years old and have HS diploma required; completion of at least one year of college and experience working in a camp setting preferred.
• Ability to coordinate, organize, and teach activities in one or more of the following specialized program areas: Aquatics, Creative Arts, Outdoor Living skills, or Sports and Fitness.
• Must have enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control
• Passionate belief in the Y's cause of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living for all people and finding ways to help and support our neighbors.
• Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
• Ability to foster a collaborative team approach to solving challenging situations.