CCO Village Leader-Day Camp

OUR CULTURE:

At YMCA of the Rockies, we firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary experiences for our guests and for each other and we expect constant demonstration of our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ALL CAMP CHIEF OURAY STAFF:

• Create a safe space for all campers, families, and staff. Promote safe work practices to allow for development and growth for all.
• Possess the social and emotional skills necessary to build rapport and positive relationships, putting camper needs first
• Respond to camper and customer requests for service, troubleshoot problems and develop solutions in a patient and respectful manner.
• Contribute to a cooperative and positive camp community, be a team player
• Be responsible for the upkeep of the camp facility and cleanliness of camp. Report any repairs in a timely manner.
• Assist other departments as needed

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR ASSISTANT SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR:

• Supervisory
  • Supervise one camper village (day camp; approx. 90 campers and 20 counselors)
  • Be responsible for scheduling of day camp counselors in collaboration with the Day Camp Activity Coordinator
  • Support staff with concerns in a patient manner, act as first point of contact for camper concerns
  • Evaluate day camp counselor performance and provide coaching as needed. Assist Assistant Day Camp Director and Program Director with staff corrective action conversations as needed
  • Effectively and appropriately communicate camper concerns with parents/guardians
  • Provide administrative leadership and program oversight during evening programs (Parents Night Out) and weekend shifts (overnight camp check-in/check-out)
• Training
  • Participate in admin and staff training prior to working with campers
  • Assist with the coordination and facilitation of all staff training as determined during admin training. Evaluate training after delivery.
  • Support in training all staff on American Camp Association, YMCA, and Colorado Child Care Licensing standards and regulations. Make sure all ratios and American Camp Association standards are followed
  • Provide ongoing training appropriate to areas supervised to assure quality programming throughout the summer
• Program
  • Become familiar with all camp programming
  • Possess understanding of camper and staff needs for development and growth. Be the first line of contract for staff needing support with camper needs and behavior concerns.
  • Observe day camp counselors and programming daily
  • Gain working knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Camp Minder software
  • Assume counselor responsibilities as necessary
• Meetings
  • Assist in facilitating daily staff meetings
  • Hold weekly 1:1 check-in meetingswith each counselor to discuss successes, goals and areas of improvement. Address any concerns immediately and elevate as needed
  • Assist the Program Director and Assistant Day Camp Director with daily check-in and check-out systems; including meeting with parent/guardians regarding camper concerns
  • Meet routinely with the Program Director and other day camp admin to discuss and evaluate programs and staff. Consult with Program Director to discuss suggestions for improvement of activities and general camp experiences
• Reports/Evaluations
  • Ensure proper documentation of camper paperwork, medical care, behavior contracts, staff concerns, incident reports, etc.
  • Observe and provide mid-season and end-of-season evaluations for day camp counselors
  • Write an End of Season report that includes role summary/schedule, program evaluation, and recommendations for the future
  • Provide leadership in the development of programs in harmony with the Camps policies, goals, objectives and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Have experience working with youth in a summer camp setting
• Have supervisory experience
• Ability to prioritize tasks and efficiently manage time
• Basic understanding of computer systems and networks

• Must have current certification in CPR/First Aid or be willing to obtain certification
• Willingness to comply with YMCA and DOT rules to be approved to operate YMCA vehicles, including 15-passenger mini-buses
  • Must conduct all vehicle operations within the DOT Regulatory Requirements that apply to the position's specific driving duties.
  • Must have a valid US Driver's license or, if required, a Commercial Driver's License
  • Must have a satisfactory driving safety record (Verified by MVR Review)
  • Must have the ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card (Complete DOT Physical) in order to perform driving duties.
  • Drivers must complete a YMCA driver training program.

GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism is required
• Possess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional
• Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environment
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• All other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions
• Be able to hike on rugged terrain
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds, climb/work on ladders and in tight spaces

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,

or qualifications associated with the job.