Job Description

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Peter Blum Family YMCA - Boca Raton, FL 33433
Position Type: SeasonalEducation
Level: Associates Degree
Job Shift: Day

Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Youth Development Program Director, the Assistant Camp Coordinator assists in a variety of functions including communication, planning, marketing and evaluation of the Summer Day Camp programs. The Assistant Camp Coordinator supports participation and retention by assisting in the planning and execution of Summer Day Camp programs to achieve strategic goals and provide outstanding customer service to all students and parents.
Essential Functions
- Provide direction, rules and supervision of the program activities within the Summer Day Camp programs.
- Planning and implementation of the daily activities that fit the student’s needs and interests to build healthy lifestyles.
- Support the retention of YMCA members through excellent quality programming and maintaining the requirements of average daily attendance. Work toward positive parent/staff relations to ensure satisfaction with programming.
- Participate in parent committees for quality Summer Camp programming, such as character development, arts and crafts, sports, summer camp, etc.
- Provide a safe and healthy environment, both physically and mentally, by keeping within mandated ratios to ensure the operation of a quality programming.
- Collect and process participants’ weekly payments in a timely manner. Complete all paperwork with accuracy and within deadlines.
- Ensure proper procedures are followed for sign-in/out of students on a daily basis.
- Acting as a liaison between the YMCA and School Administration.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to ensure timely and accurate communication. Attend all staff meetings and YMCA trainings as required.
- Actively marketing the Summer Day Camp programs by utilizing available marketing tools to increase participation goals. Utilize available technology, reporting tools and data that enhance program participation and retention.
- Report all accidents/incidents to the Supervisor, and follow risk procedures as outlined in YMCA policy. Report all suspicions of child abuse to proper contacts as outlined in YMCA policy.
- Remain up to date on emergency procedures and certifications.
- Prepare weekly newsletters, calendars and schedules. Participate in special events and fundraising projects.
- Maintain the quality and inventory of the supplies, equipment and materials used in youth programming activities.
- Must have valid driver’s license and be willing to drive a 14 passenger bus; driving record must meet YMCA standards
- Maintain and processes payroll bi-weekly staying within the budgeted guidelines.
- All other duties assigned by Management.
Education, Training and Experience
- AA/AS degree or equivalent in related field required; BS degree preferred.
- 1-3 years’ experience in formal child care curriculum and programming, school age experience.
- 1-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
- Child Care certification a plus.
- Microsoft Office proficiency required.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required