About the Role
The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is seeking a Camp Coordinator to create a positive and nurturing summer camp environment for youth campers and counselors. This role focuses on youth development, camp safety, parent communication, and staff support, working closely with the Camp Director to implement the YMCA’s youth development model.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning and implementing 12 weeks of summer camp programming.
- 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.
- Supervise and support staff.
- Maintain a high standard of leadership and facilitation skills.
- Facilitate staff meetings and trainings as necessary.
- Coach and provide immediate feedback to staff.
- Monitor camper behavior and provide conflict mediation.
- Handle youth behavior issues and follow up with families.
- Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
- Wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds with soap and water.
- Assist in facility management, including bathroom supervision, transportation, and overall safety/security.
- Ensure camp rooms, gyms, and closets are maintained, clean, and organized.
- 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.
- Comply with all YMCA of San Francisco policies and procedures.
- Complete all required Talent LMS safety training and Y-USA e-Learning.
- Attend all required staff meetings and trainings.
- Demonstrate YMCA Character Counts values: caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
- Demonstrate and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Minimum 21 years old.
- Two years of experience leading enrichment or recreational activities with groups of youth (K-8th grade).
- One year of experience supervising staff.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (verbal and written).
- Demonstrated experience collaborating and building relationships with others.
- Experience with diverse populations.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- CPR & First Aid certified (may be completed upon hire).
- Fingerprint background check clearance.
- TB test clearance (for camp programs on school sites).
- Must be able to attend all required Day Camp Trainings and meetings.
Skills
- Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Russian language skills
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Summer Camp
Experience Level
- Two years of experience leading enrichment or recreational activities with groups of youth (K-8th grade)
- One year of experience supervising staff
Salary/Compensations
- $27.00 - $32.00 Per Hour
About the Company
- The YMCA of Greater San Francisco is a global movement and the nation's leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
- Organizational Culture: Committed to demonstrating values that aim to build strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become.
- Values: Truth & Courage, Authenticity & Accessibility, Dependable & Creative, Dignity & Empathy.
Equal Opportunity
- The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees.
- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
