Day Camp Assistant Director - Camp Gathering Pines (Personal Services)

The salary for this position starts at $18.05 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Summer Seasonal: May 12th -September 1st.

1. Job Summary:

The Day Camp Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the oversight of all camp program areas/duties. The Assistant Director may provide guidance, support, and work direction to Camp Managers, Camp Leads, and Camp Counselors. In the absence of a Program Director on-site during programming, the Assistant Director will take on the role of lead decision maker. The incumbent provides high quality experiences for campers that focus on the YMCA core values: caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.
2. Essential Functions:
· Develop, deliver, and evaluate camp programming that is appropriate for the ability of the staff members and their campers while following safety and educational procedures.
· Complete administrative duties, support and manage programs, prepare for and help lead staff training, continued learning, and meetings.
o Complete and implement camp program schedules.
o Coordinate quality programming, maintain records, and evaluate programming for improvement.
o Have an understanding for internal Y systems, such as but not limited to; Personify, Medallia, Campdoc, Teams, and Basware.
· Provide direction, supervision, and organization for campers and staff in their groups throughout camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
· Maintain high standards for health and mental health throughout all of camp for campers and staff.
o Ability to respond and lead appropriately in situations requiring first aid. Must be able to lead campers and staff in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers and staff. You will be a leader during emergency procedures.
· Maintain high standards of safety at camp for campers and staff.
· Ability to lead in the management and care of all physical facilities and equipment for camp.
o Ensure staff are conducting daily checks of areas and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
o Clean and organize camp daily, keeping free of hazards and debris.
· Be a core leader and role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
· Represent the camp when interacting with families, volunteers, and community members.
o Communicate regularly with families regarding participant's experiences and provide appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
3. Relationships:
This position reports to the Program Director who reports to the Senior Program Director or Executive Director. The incumbent may take work direction from a Senior Program Coordinator. The incumbent interacts regularly with camp staff, campers, volunteers, and families. This position involves interaction with individuals and communities of a diverse background.

4. Qualifications:
Required
· Minimum age of 18.
· Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED provided by YMCA or other certified organization (may be obtained upon hire but must be completed before an employee supervises youth).
· Minimum of two (2) seasons experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field.
· Minimum of one (1) season experience working in a leadership role in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field.
· Possess or acquire the required certifications for specific program areas.
· Demonstrated ability to keep accurate records and organize program area logistics.
· Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
· Strong organizational and communication skills.
· Ability to attend and complete all required camp and association trainings as required

5. Work Conditions:
· Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, canoeing, swimming, team building initiatives, building campfires, physical games, and activities.
· Must be capable of carrying loads of up to 50 pounds and able to traverse hilly and uneven terrain without undue exertion.
· Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
· Work in conditions that may require staff to use fire protection equipment, washers and dryers, dishwashers, and specialty program equipment.
· Perform essential program support to camp activities and programs which may include, but not limited to the following activities: semi - reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back.
· Must have visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
· Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoor in different climate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, horses, chickens, etc.

6. Additional Notes:
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent may help in other camp areas as needed. The incumbent is responsible for taking direction from the Program Director or their representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the Camp or Association success.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge
The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.
The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.