Director, Camp/ Alternate Director (Seasonal)

Job Type Temporary Description YWCA Hartford Region is seeking a highly motivated individual to oversee our April Vacation Camp.

The Director, Camp/ Director, Alternate will be responsible for the daily operation of the specified program(s), and in providing a supportive, respectful, safe and healthy environment for children enrolled in YWCA Camp. The role will support the Kidslink and Camp Manager in the implementation of activities geared to meet the developing needs of a large group of children and challenge the interests of the children in a productive and safe manner.

Environment: The job operates in a camp setting, including working outside on a daily. The employee will interact with children from five to twelve years old. Employee will also interact with families and peers on a regular basis.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Responsible for the supervision, programming and safety of campers and staff;
• Create a climate in the group that will foster the goals and objectives of the YWCA;
• Report immediately to supervisor any evidence of child abuse including physical, mental, emotional and/or neglect;
• Consistently provide friendly, courteous assistance, exceeding customers’ expectations every day, which includes building and maintaining healthy professional relationships with parents, children, and staff;
• Support and contribute to a safe, clean environment for staff and customers;
• Is familiar with and carries out emergency procedures, building rules, OEC regulations and YWCA policies and procedures;
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, wearing appropriate uniform and nametag, and prepared for all assignments;
• Keep accurate, detailed records of incident reports and other necessary documentation;
• Give assistance to camp counselors with planning, development and implementation of quality camp programming;
• Assist Inclusion Support Specialist in presenting their programming to each group;
• Participate in training and other professional development activities to enhance knowledge and understanding of racial justice and woman’s empowerment. Align programs and services both implicitly with mission of eliminating racism and empowering women;

Assume responsibility for leadership and guidance to those campers in daily living skills, with special attention to:

• safe environment and program for all participants;
• personal hygiene, safety & manners;
• camper personal interactions with respect to others;
• camper participation in all camp activities;
• camper personal growth, self-confidence and independence;
• Other duties as assigned;
• HAVE FUN!

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age; and have a State of CT Head Teacher Certificate
• Must possess values consistent with the mission of YWCA;
• Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer required (YWCA can provide training);
• Must meet all state licensing requirements;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Key Competencies:

• Seek to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with key stakeholders, i.e., staff, volunteers, interns, board members, and community members;
• Demonstrated skill in the understanding of cultural differences;
• Engage in (or commits to) personal and professional development on diversity, equity and inclusion issues;
• Demonstrate a willingness to examine one’s biases, assumptions, and attitudes;
• Maintain productive work relationships while considering multiple perspectives;
• Demonstrate awareness of one’s and others’ social identities (e.g., race, gender, disability status, religion, etc.) and their relevance in the workplace;
• Experience resolving cross-cultural conflicts effectively;
• Promote a respectful, diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment in which concerns are addressed effectively.

Salary Description $20/ hour