Cornell University · 1 month ago
Camp Bristol Hills: Program Director - Canandaigua, NY
New York State (Other)
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$2,363/d - $2,363/dCornell University is seeking a Program Director for the 4-H Camp Bristol Hills, which aims to provide youth with a unique outdoor experience. The Program Director will be responsible for planning and facilitating various camp programs, ensuring the safety and engagement of campers, and coordinating staff efforts.
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Responsibilities
Plan and organize a variety of afternoon recreation programs for campers
Plan and facilitate evening program activities for all campers
Schedule staff to facilitate and/or assist with programming efforts
Coordinate camp communications after each meal
Assist the Camp Director and Assistant Directors with camp check-in and throughout the week as needed
Facilitate all-camp activities during emergency procedures
Provide a staff presence in the Program Area at camp
Enforce camp rules and regulations; model standards for conduct as they pertain to camp staff and campers
Establish good rapport and communicate with parents or guardians of campers on all matters related to camper experience
Serve as a positive role model in language, appearance, and behavior
Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents. Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles
Other duties may be assigned as required
Be physically able to accompany the campers to any of the camp activities
Ensure campers are properly supervised at all times
Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, and involvement and empowerment of youth
Have visual ability to recognize hazards in the camp setting as well as physical symptoms of camper injury or illness
Have auditory ability to respond appropriately to hazards and any camper concerns
Be able to observe camper behavior in daily camp life, to respond verbally to health and safety concerns, and to deal appropriately with any improper behavior
Qualification
Required
21 years of age by the start of the summer season
Experience working with youth in an outdoor camp setting
Previous experience in camp leadership, and knowledge of 4-H and Positive Youth Development
Ability to communicate effectively with Camp Director, entire camp staff, campers, and camp families
Incorporates teamwork and flexibility into their daily work style
Ability to supervise and organize youth and adults
Basic computing skills including spreadsheets, word processing and email
Be physically able to accompany the campers to any of the camp activities
Ensure campers are properly supervised at all times
Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, and involvement and empowerment of youth
Have visual ability to recognize hazards in the camp setting as well as physical symptoms of camper injury or illness
Have auditory ability to respond appropriately to hazards and any camper concerns
Be able to observe camper behavior in daily camp life, to respond verbally to health and safety concerns, and to deal appropriately with any improper behavior
Preferred
Residential camp experience desired
CPR for the Professional Rescuer and/or First Aid Responding to Emergencies desired
Company
Cornell University
Cornell is a privately endowed research university and a partner of the State University of New York.
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