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Description
The purpose of the day camp program is to provide quality nature and adventure programming to 7-12 year-olds
from the surrounding community. Campers are divided by age. The program for campers ages 7-10 encompasses
activities on-site, including canoeing, hiking, nature exploration, and crafts. Program for older campers, ages 10-12,
is more rigorous, involving rock climbing, canoeing or kayaking on moving water, orienteering, and bicycling, as
weather and time permit. Director will need to plan, direct, and supervise all resident camp programs and staff.
Reports To
Camp Manager, Director of Hemlock Overlook.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelors in camp administration or related degree. Director certification by the American Camping Association preferred.
Current CPR and first aid certifications.
At least two seasons of camp administrative experience (i.e., unit leader, head counselor).
Ability to supervise staff and campers.
Ability to meet the public.
Ability to plan, originate, organize, and carry out daily and special programs.
Valid driver's license and a good driving record
Specific Responsibilities
Define and plan program to reflect camp goals.
Prepare and conduct pre-camp and in-service staff trainings.
Order or supervise the ordering of food, supplies and equipment, and arrange for proper distribution.
Set opening- and closing- day procedures with Camp Manager and other directors.
Develop routines, schedules, and procedures for Day Camp operation.
Assign Day Camp staff activities and other responsibilities.
Assign Day Camp staff and campers to cabins or groups.
Supervise and evaluate, or supervise evaluations of, all Day Camp operations and program staff.
Maintain and review records and evaluations of all Day Camp programs, operations, staff, and facilities.
Prepare an evaluation and summary of current Day Camp season including inventories, staff evaluations, camper reports, and recommendations for the following season.
Define, with the Camp Manager, and monitor crisis management plan, including emergency procedures.
Organize and/or approve trips out of camp for program, supplies, and crisis management.
Monitor safety and all procedures as they pertain to the complete supervision of all campers and staff.
Help provide an atmosphere for developing good morale and well-being among the camp family.
These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required.
Essential Functions
Ability to communicate and train staff in and campers in safety regulations and emergency procedures.
Abilities to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Ability to identify and respond to hazards.
Ability to communicate and work with different age and skill levels, and to provide the necessary instruction to campers and/or staff.
Cognitive and communication ability to plan and conduct camp program to achieve camper development objectives.
Ability to drive 15-passenger vans and to observe the loading and unloading of vans.
To Apply
Download Application Form
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