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Leroy Springs & Company · 8 hours ago

Youth Programs Day Camp Director

Fort Mill, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Leroy Springs & Company INC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing access to recreation and education. The Youth Programs Day Camp Director oversees the execution of summer camps and off-season programming, ensuring high-quality experiences that connect children with the outdoors while managing staff and activities.

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Responsibilities

Oversees the implementation of programming based on camp program goals, policies and procedures in order to provide a quality outdoor education and camp experience for campers; leads by example while promoting a fun camp environment

Conducts training for Camp Counselors and Camp Leads who will benefit the camps programs and provide a positive and safe experience for participants of various age groups

Works in conjunction with the Youth Programs Administrative Assistant to manage enrollment in camps programs and move through the waitlist effectively

Oversees formal observations of staff; completes end of season reviews; administers performance plans as needed

Supervises the planning and execution of the Leader in Training program

Works to build positive rapport with participants families; both in person and via digital communication

Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, and complaints regarding programs, services and personnel; addresses and/or communicates concerns to supervisors

Maintains high standards of health, sanitation, safety and security to prevent accidents and able to respond appropriately in emergency situations

Works to ensure smooth daily functioning of the programs (i.e. ordering of supplies, facilitation of programming, schedule creation, maintaining accurate attendance records, managing children’s behaviors, relaying building and ground maintenance issues, opening, closing procedures, etc.)

Is familiar with our childcare management system and able to effectively navigate it

Fiscal accountability for Greenway Summer Camps budget

Maintains, utilizes and stores equipment and facilities properly; reports repairs

Works with Outdoor Recreation Supervisor to provide recreation programming for students to broaden their outdoor skills

Works in conjunction with Youth Programs Director to adhere to ACA (American Camp Association) camp standards

Works in conjunction with Youth Programs Preschool Site Director to smoothly execute summer camp programs for Pre-K and Kindergarten age groups

Identifies areas of improvement and makes recommendations based on assessments, current research and developmentally appropriate practices

Plans, schedules, and executes programing for participants during ‘Off Season Camps’ (single day and week long)

Supports other Youth Programs (Preschool and Afterschool on the Greenway) as onsite director when other directors are unavailable

Works to make improvements for the upcoming camp season based on parent and camper feed back

Attend local hiring events to keep local staff engaged and recruit new staff members

Takes ownership over Summer hiring in conjunction with the HR department

Participates in continued education conferences to make improvements to camps programs

Qualification

Camp experienceSupervisory skillsCPRFirst AidAED certificationsDecision makingOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsComputer skillsChild Abuse prevention trainingHandle multiple tasks

Required

Strong decision making, organizational, versatility, initiative, and human relation skills

Strong supervisory skills

Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks

Above average interpersonal skills with strong written/oral communication skills and an ability to work with a wide variety of people and circumstances

Able to be outdoors for extended periods of time in all weather conditions

Computer skills necessary: Outlook, Word, Excel

Ability to effectively implement programming and identify needs for process improvements

Ability to supervise, lead and direct the work of others

Negative TB skin test

Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications

Child Abuse prevention training; will train

Valid Driver's License with a safe driving record

Preferred

High school diploma or GED preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Previous management experience preferred

Camp experience is highly preferred