Camp Coordinator

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About the role

Under the supervision of the Camp Director, the Camp Coordinator creates a positive and nurturing summer camp environment for youth campers and counselors. Responsibilities include youth development, camp safety, parent communication, and staff support. The role involves planning and implementing a robust summer program using the YMCA’s youth development model, serving as a positive role model, and aligning the program with the YMCA’s three areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Organizational Culture

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to building strong communities through core values:

• Truth & Courage: Understanding and acting on individual and societal truths.
• Authenticity & Accessibility: Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Dependable & Creative: Responding to community needs through strong partnerships.
• Dignity & Empathy: Treating everyone with respect and compassion.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Implementation:
  • Assist with planning and implementing 12 weeks of summer camp programming, including opening/closing circles, snack/lunch times, and enrichment/recreational activities.
  • Adhere to the summer camp calendar and implement weekly themed camps.
  • Manage day-to-day operations of camp.
  • Help coordinate camper survey process.
  • Assist with Summer Camp Campaign.
• Staff Supervision & Leadership:
  • Supervise and support staff.
  • Maintain high standards of leadership and facilitation with enthusiasm, creativity, and respect.
  • Facilitate staff meetings and trainings as necessary.
  • Coach and provide immediate feedback to staff.
• Camper Behavior & Safety:
  • Monitor behavior and provide conflict mediation as needed.
  • Handle youth behavior issues and follow up with families when necessary.
  • Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
  • Frequently wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds with soap and water.
• Facility & Operations Management:
  • Assist in facility management, including bathroom supervision, transportation, and overall safety/security.
  • Ensure camp rooms, gyms, and closets are maintained, clean, and organized.
• Communication & Relationship Management:
  • Develop and maintain high levels of communication with staff, campers, and parents.
  • Ensure accuracy of information shared with camp counselors and families.
  • Develop and maintain positive parent relations; respond courteously to concerns.
• Compliance & Professional Development:
  • Comply with all YMCA of San Francisco policies and procedures.
  • Complete required Talent LMS safety training and Y-USA e-Learning prior to the first shift.
  • Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
• Organizational Values & Culture:
  • Demonstrate YMCA Character Counts values: caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
  • Develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Preferred language skills: Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Russian.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• All employees working with the YMCA are considered to have supervisory or disciplinary action relationships over minors.
• Fingerprints will be taken upon commencement of employment and submitted to the Association Office human resources department prior to the first day of work.

Pay

Hourly rate of $27.00 - $32.00, based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with salary benchmarks for similar roles. Compensation is in accordance with grant funding approval and program budget requirements.