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Summer Assistant Program Director
Summer Assistant Program Director-June 2024
Longbranch
Jun 23, 2026
About Summer Assistant Program Director

  Overview

  OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

  The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creatingequitableand sustainable environments where social justice is woven into everyfacetof our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. 

  COMPENSATION: $125/day for new hires, $160/day returning staff(if returning to this specific role)

  SUMMARY

  Assistant Program Directorsprovideleadership across all ofcamp’ssummer programs. Assistant Director responsibilities include coaching and supervising staff, working with campers, managing the day-to-day operations of camp, andassistingin problem solving as unique and challenging situations arise.Previousexperience working with large groups or managing others in a professional setting isrequired. Assistant Directors are supervised byDeputy Directors andSummer Program Directors and perform other duties as assigned. This is an Authorized Driver position, read more in thePosition Requirements. 

    

  To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online atwww.campingandoutdoorleadership.org 

  WHAT YOU’LL GET FROM WORKING AT THE Y

  Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle

  Free access to mental health resources 

  Rapidly-accruingpaid time off (PTO)

  Responsibilities

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  Supervises assigned seasonal staff byobserving, coaching, providing feedback, evaluating,andassistingwith problem solving. Supervises andassistswith specific camper supervision.Ensures that all staff are accounting for campers and safety at all times, especially campers who need extra support.  

  Plans and implements all camp programming and events. 

  Assistsin day-to-day operations of summer programs. 

  Manages camper and staff behaviors. 

  Communicates with caregivers or guardians as needed 

  Maintainshigh standardsof housekeeping including bathrooms,cabinsand main lodge. 

  Assistsin keeping all program equipment in working condition and available. 

  Assistsinmaintainingall program areas in a safe and orderly condition. 

  Ensures communication with support staff, including kitchen and maintenance staff. 

  Attends staff meetings.

  Participates in and leads specific areas of staff training

  Stays on call overnight as assigned. 

  Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards. 

  Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention,and emergencies. 

  Other duties as assigned. 

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

    

  WORK ENVIRONMENT  

  This joboperatesat a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors.  

    

  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. 

    

  While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk orhear. The employeefrequentlyis required tostand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. 

   

  POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK  

  This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law. 

    

  TRAVEL  

  This position isrequiredto live onsite at camp. Travel is primarily local during work shifts, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected. This is an Authorized Driver position, read more in the Position Requirements. 

  Code of Conduct for Applicants

  Qualifications

  POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  Current certifications in CPRandFirst Aid  

  2+ years camping/customer service experience  

  Experience with and knowledge of youth behavior management and child abuse prevention 

  Ability to respond to emergency situations 

  Demonstrate leadership skills. Must be able to work independently, exercise good judgment anddemonstrateorganizational skills. 

  Ability toparticipatein activities that involve rigorous activity in an outdoor setting, including, but not limited to hiking, boating,campingand swimming. 

  Ability to relate to parents/caregivers,andcampers, and staffin a professional manner.  

  THIS POSITION REQUIRES DRIVING  

  21 years of age or older. 

  Current Driver’s License with a minimum 3yearssafe driving experience and a driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards 

  Other applicable education, training, and experience, whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered. 

  Maximum one minor violation 

  No speeding violation of more than 20mph over the limit 

  If applicable, other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

    

  PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  Twoor more years ofeducation, training, and/orexperience, whichprovidethe knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.

  Current Wilderness First Aid strongly preferred. 

  Knowledge of andpreviousexperience withdiverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.  

  Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building. 

  MISSION STATEMENT

  Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. 

    

  OUR VALUES

  Respect 

  Responsibility 

  Honesty 

  Caring 

  Passion for Excellence 

  YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. _ _ Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other status protected by local, state , or federal law.  

  _ _  

  All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.  

  Job Locations US-WA-Longbranch

  Posted Date 2 months ago (1/8/2024 7:51 PM)

  ID 2024-15787

  Type Seasonal

  # of Openings 1

  Location YMCA Camp Colman

  Category Resident Camp

  Address 20016 Bay Road KPS

  Minimum compensation USD $125.00/Da.

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