Assistant Family, Camp & Teens

• Directs and supervises program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives (see Examples of Program-Specific Duties).
• Assists in recruiting, hiring, training, developing schedules and directing personnel and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
• Establishes new program activities and expands program within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
• Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Assists in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community organizations.
• Assists in monitoring program budget to meet/exceed fiscal objectives.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program areas.
• Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
• Assists in YMCA fund raising activities and special events.
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.

Supervision

• Direct supervision of Teen & Family staff, and Summer & Adventure Camp.
• Communicates relevant information to all staff and volunteers clearly and accurately in a timely manner.
• Provides training for staff on an on-going basis through staff meetings, personal consultation, special courses and clinics. Documents accordingly.
• Enforces mandatory training requirements for all staff.

Programs

• A strong focus on Family Strengthening – including, but not limited to: continued development of the Preschool Enrichment Program, family events and relationship building.
• Supervision of the Teen department – including, but not limited to: Leaders Clubs, teen events and outreach.
• Ensures that appropriate equipment and supplies are available and in good working order.
• Assists in ensuring that strategic initiatives relating to youth, family and teen are planned and implemented.
• Implements the YMCA’s character development initiatives in all aspects of programming.

Administration

• Management of various lines within the Camp, Family, Teen and Adventure Camp budgets.
• Assists in marketing and communication of all programs.
• Effectively communicates with parents as needed.
• Ensures proper licensing of programs and that all programs are run in accordance with licensing requirements.
• Keeps informed on current regulations and trends.

Summer Camp (In conjunction with the camp management team.)

• Provides direct supervision to Summer Camp and Adventure Camp.
• Completes and submits all permits and accreditation forms to the appropriate authorities.
• Plans and implements schedules, programs and procedures to reflect camp goals.
• Orders necessary supplies, food and equipment in accordance with camp budget.
• Assists in registration procedures and in facilitation of camp staff training.
• Monitors safety and all procedures as they pertain to the supervision of all campers and staff.
• Assists in continued accreditation for the American Camp Association.