Day Camp Lead

Job Summary:

The Day Camp Lead is responsible for leading a designated program or activity, acting as a unit lead and/or providing program support mples may include but are not limited to arts and crafts lead, climbing lead, nature lead, trail lead, canoe lead, archery lead, etc. The Camp Lead may support camp counselors as a unit or activity lead as well as direct service to campers.

The incumbent provides high quality experiences for campers that focus on the YMCA core values: caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Develop and deliver programs that are appropriate for the age/ability of the campers while following safety and educational procedures.

• Write lesson plans and implement schedules for the program that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of the campers in small and large group activities.
• Prepare, lead, teach, and evaluate the success of the program which may include theme/special camp activities.
• Provide a progression of programs within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities that align with mission and outcomes.
• Evaluate abilities of campers and staff and ensure they are following safety and educational procedures.

Prepare for and actively participate in staff training, continued learning, and meetings.

• May assist in the implementation of staff training and train staff in their responsibilities at specialized program areas.
• Assist in training staff in using equipment and lesson planning for the program activity.
• Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures.
• Provide work direction to camp counselors as needed.

Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers and staff in their groups within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.

• Apply Social Emotional Learning concepts and basic youth development principles in working with campers and staff through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups (all ages and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
• Assures campers are properly supervised at all times.
• Helps assure staff are properly supported at all times.
• Be aware of and implement safety guidelines within all of camp.

Maintain high standards for health and mental health in all activities for campers and staff.

• Provide daily care for every camper and staff within your program.
• Ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist 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 looked to as a leader during emergency procedures.
• Ability to identify and respond to camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques in alignment with camp training and proactive response.
• Ensure that campers receive their medications as directed.
• Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with camp health manager and/or camp director when appropriate.
• Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.

Maintain high standards of safety in all activities for campers and staff.

• Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, documentation, and daily attendance.
• Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program. You will be looked to as a leader during emergency procedures.
• Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for camper and staff safety within your program area at all times and being responsible for campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
• Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to camp leadership.
• Provide supervision for campers and staff while being…