Group & Day Camp Coordinator

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3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $4,500.00 To $5,500.00 Annually

Position Title:

Group and Day Camp Coordinator

Reports To:

Assistant Camp Director - Program

Status:
Exempt

Location:

Summer Camp – Seven Hills

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The Group and Day Camp Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the successful implementation of the Group and Day Camp at Camp Seven Hills.

• Attend mandatory supervisors weekend in May (date and time to be determined)
• Develops professional goals for the summer that will help support and meet GSWNY’s mission and camp goals.
• Works closely with the administrative team on selection of Group and Day Camp staffing.
• Keeps open lines of communication with the Assistant Camp Director/Camp Director and Sr. Director of Camp Administration on a daily basis.
• Works closely with the administrative team in developing the pre-camp training schedule.
• Responsible for teaching specialized trainings during pre-camp.
• Works with the administrative team to help build staff morale and growth by making himself/herself visible as a role model around camp.
• Works as a team player.
• Provide excellent customer service to other staff members, campers, parents and visitors to camp.
• Supervises and submits a written evaluation for the following direct reports:
  Unit Counselors & Group Camp Lesion/s
• Supervises the unit staff in assuring the implementation of the day camp planned activities, programs and themes are carried out successfully and assist them as needed.
• Supervises the Group Camping Liaisons in assuring that the implementation of required check in calls, scheduling, planned activities, programs and themes are carried out successfully and assist them as needed.
• Participates in all aspects of camp including pre-camp training, open house and post camp.
• Apply behavior management techniques to conflicts with children when necessary.
• Report incidents/accidents to supervisor or health supervisor immediately.
• Report suspected child abuse to supervisor immediately.
• Accepts other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Camp Director & Assistant Director/s

• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality;
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to project a high level of professionalism at all times;
• Ability to articulate organizational mission and its importance with passion and conviction, and in a manner that resonates with the listener;
• Commitment to diversity and ability to interact with diverse populations;
• Strong time management skills with ability to work independently and effectively prioritize duties and tasks.
• Capacity to manage stress effectively and work well under pressure;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly;
• Proven capability to work in a collaborative, service-focused environment;
• Capacity to work well with others in a congenial and effective manner;
• Ability to effectively manage and foster relationships with council staff, volunteers within the camp community;
• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become a registered member of GSUSA;
• Successfully pass the required background checks at hire and thereafter;
• Maintain reliable transportation to and from home and work;
• If travel is required, must possess a valid driver’s license, meet minimum state auto insurance requirements, and meet the insurance carrier’s requirements for coverage.
• Assist the campers…