Summer Camp Unit Leader (Vanderbilt YMCA)

Full‑Time / Seasonal $2,550.00 Bi‑weekly The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. To help fulfill our mission, the Vanderbilt YMCA seeks a Summer Camp Unit Leader responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and support to one of the Summer Camp units to ensure quality supervision and program execution. Summer Camp programs operate Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., June through August. Key Responsibilities Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of participants by providing appropriate supervision at all times. Maintain and enforce Risk Management and safety procedures for staff and participants. Work with Summer Camp counselors to plan and implement meaningful, age‑appropriate, fun, and values‑based activities, lesson plans, and special events. Lead and supervise counselors by monitoring performance, providing support, coaching, and recognition, and holding staff accountable for performance expectations. Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces diversity and fosters a positive camp spirit. Create and maintain a strength‑based, youth‑focused atmosphere sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences. Perform scheduled assignments such as arrival/departure and lunch duty. Support planning and implementation of all camp activities, including learning initiatives, field trips, in‑camp events, and culminating performances. Maintain accurate program documentation (attendance, sign‑in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports). Communicate the YMCA’s core values and camp goals to staff, participants, and caregivers. Build positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas for growth. Participate in required pre‑camp training and other training sessions, meetings, and special events. Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations. Desired Skills & Experience High School Diploma or equivalent required; college credits preferred. Age 20 or older. Minimum of two (2) years working with youth, with supervision experience preferred. General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred. Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfort working with diverse youth and adults. Location: Vanderbilt YMCA, New York, NY

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