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All Camp Harbor View positions are seasonal (June – August 2012)

 

TEAM LEADER                                                                             POSTED: 1/30/12

M-F (8AM - 6PM)

Summary of Position:

The major responsibility of our Team Leaders is to play a critical role in supporting and supervising camp counselors, in addition to providing leadership over a variety of activity areas.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day to day activities of a team of 6 or 7 counselors and up to 75 campers
  • Assist with the orientation, training and supervision of camp counselors and volunteers as deemed appropriate
  • Assist in the supervision and discipline of campers participating in programs and services of the camp
  • Provide support, resources, and direction to the camp counselors on your team
  • Complete staff evaluations both midsummer and at the end of the summer for staff on your team
  • Assist with the planning, coordination and implementation of a wide variety of developmentally appropriate programs and activities on a day-to-day basis
  • Maintain camp safety standards and adhere to other city/state regulations
  • Attend regular meetings and maintain strong communication with other Team Leaders
  • Other related duties as specified by the Associate Camp Directors, Director of Operations, and/or Executive Director
  • Be a positive role model, demonstrating effective leadership skills

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

  • BA/BS degree in youth development, camp administration, recreation/education or related degree preferred
  • Direct experience working with children/youth, providing a wide range of developmentally appropriate programs and activities; experience in program/activity development and implementation required
  • Previous experience working within a camp setting required
  • Ability to supervise counseling staff and campers
  • Knowledge of youth development principles
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification required
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Valid drivers license required

 

GROUP LEADER                                                                           POSTED: 1/30/12

M-F (8AM - 6PM)

Summary of Position:

The major responsibility of the Camp Group Leader is to assist in the daily delivery of a wide variety of developmentally appropriate programs and activities.  Participate in all activities and insure that campers (age 11-14) participate as well. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the daily delivery of a wide variety of developmentally appropriate programs and activities.  Participate in all activities and insure that campers participate as well
  • Assist in the supervision and discipline of campers participating in programs and services within the designated program areas as well as throughout the camp as deemed appropriate
  • Insure the safety of the campers at all times, maintain attendance and adherence to camp rules throughout the day
  • Participate in collaborative programs, events, and field trips as appropriate 
  • Secure and maintain materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the camp/program area(s)
  • Maintain cleanliness of camp/program area(s)
  • Travel between program areas and to activities as needed
  • Serve as a positive role model for the campers, and Counselors In Training
  • Assist in the supervision of CITs while they are paired with each group
  • Other related duties as specified by the Executive Director, Director of Operations, Associate Directors and / or Team Leaders

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

  • 18+ years of age
  • Experience working with children/youth preferred
  • Knowledge of youth development principles
  • CPR and First Aid certification preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work extended hours required

 

AQUATICS DIRECTOR                                                                 POSTED: 1/30/12

M-F (9AM - 5PM)

Summary of Position:

The major responsibility of the Seasonal Aquatics Director is to, in conjunction with department staff, provide a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Aquatics Program.  The Director will also run individual programs, activities, trips, etc.  Individual responsibilities include, but not limited to, oversight of developmental games, swimming lessons, skill development activities and water safety.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • In conjunction with department staff, provide a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Aquatics Program.  The Director will also run individual programs, activities, trips, etc.  Individual responsibilities include, but not limited to, oversight of developmental games, swimming lessons, skill development activities and water safety
  • Develop and implement collaborative programs and events with staff from other focus areas.  Participate in camp wide programming as appropriate
  • Assessing the camper’s and relevant staff’s swimming abilities
  • Planning and supervising water activities for campers and staff which include swimming in both a pool and on the waterfront and water safety
  • Providing and overseeing swimming instruction for the campers
  • Supervise up to 10 lifeguards
  • Check the water quality of the ocean and chemical levels in the pool, maintain appropriate levels
  • Supervise all waterfront and pool activities, and staff
  • Maintain pool and waterfront equipment
  • Supervision and discipline of members participating in aquatic activities as well as throughout the camp, as deemed appropriate
  • When off campus swimming activities occur, supervise those events, such as field trips, etc.
  • When some campers attend Waterfront activities, supervise and maintain the safety of that area
  • Attend daily and weekly meetings, as requested by Executive Director
  • Other related duties as specified by the Camp Director

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

  • Supervisory experience in a camp setting preferred
  • Interest, knowledge, and skills related to camp waterfront and pool activities
  • Three seasons of previous life guard experience
  • Ability to supervise and teach youth aged 11-14
  • Ability to set up, adjust and monitor physical equipment in specialty area
  • BA/BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered
  • Direct experience developing and delivering aquatics programs for youth
  • Knowledge of trends in swimming techniques and lifeguard training
  • Current WSI, lifeguard, first aid, CPO and CPR certifications required
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work on Long Island, MA and flexibility to work extended hours required
  • Valid drivers’ license required

 

ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR                                              POSTED: 1/30/12

M-F (9AM - 5PM)

Summary of Position:

Major responsibility is to oversee the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programs, activities, services, and special events in the camp’s athletic program areas for youth ages 11-14.  Additional responsibilities include the oversight of program staff and coordination of program partners.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Athletic Director in providing a variety of programming options reflective of the BGCB Sports & Fitness Program.  The Asst. Athletic Directors will also run individual programs, activities, trips, etc. Individual responsibilities include, but not limited to, oversight of developmental games and skill development activities
  • Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the camp as deemed appropriate
  • Assist Athletic Director in the Developing and implementing collaborative programs and events with staff from other focus areas.  Participate in camp wide programming as appropriate
  • Secure, maintain and monitor materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area  Maintain cleanliness of program area(s)
  • Participate in individual and group supervision sessions
  • Assist the Athletic Director in coordinating the daily athletic programming

 

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

  • BA/BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered
  • Direct experience developing and delivering physical education/athletic programs for youth; experience in camp settings preferred
  • Prior coaching experience preferred
  • Knowledge of trends in fitness, nutrition, team and life-long sports
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
  • MS Office and web competency preferred
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work extended hours
  • Valid driver’s license required

 

MUSIC PROGRAM COORDINATOR                                             POSTED: 1/30/12

M-F (9AM - 5PM)

Summary of Position:

Major responsibility is to assist in overseeing the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate programs, activities, services, and special events in the camp’s arts program areas for youth ages 11-14. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Art Director in running individual programs, and activities and developing program partners in the Arts Program area.  Individual responsibilities include, but not limited to, assisting in the oversight of music programming including, but not limited to, instrumental instruction, writing music/lyrics, singing, recording, and performing
  • Assist Art Director in developing and implementing collaborative programs and events with staff from other focus areas.  Participate in camp wide programming as appropriate
  • Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the camp as deemed appropriate
  • Assist the Art Director in ordering and inventory of music supplies, cleaning the music area and maintaining any equipment associated with the Music program
  • Assist in the planning and implementing of daily music activities, run music activities as appropriate
  • Participate in individual and group supervision sessions; participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate
  • Other related duties as specified by the Art Director, Executive Director or Director of Operations

 

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demands)

  • BA/BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered
  • Direct experience developing and delivering arts programs for youth; experience in out-of-school time settings preferred
  • Knowledge of trends in music programming, techniques and theory, and utilization of technology in the music fields
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
  • MS Office and web competency preferred
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work extended hours
  • Valid driver’s license required

 

PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM COORDINATOR                        POSTED: 1/30/12

M-F (9AM - 5PM)

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of quality and developmentally appropriate dance/movement programs, performing arts activities and special classes for members ages 11-14.  Additional responsibilities include coordinating the camp’s annual performing arts events.  The Performing Arts Coordinator will implement a variety of programming options, supervise members in the program area and participate in collaborative programming when appropriate.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and implement the quality and developmentally appropriate dance/movement programs, performing arts activities and special classes for members ages 11-14
  • Coordinate the camp’s performing arts programming/event (such as Drama Matters)
  • Supervise and discipline of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the camp as deemed appropriate
  • Complete assigned BGCB program activity standards as determined each year
  • Coordinate program partners and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members
  • Secure, maintain and monitor materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the program area(s)
  • Maintain a safe and clean program area
  • Participate in individual and group supervision sessions; participate in professional development opportunities as appropriate
  • Other related duties as specified by the Supervisor

 

Position Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Work Demand         

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; equivalent experience considered
  • Direct experience developing and delivering performing arts programs for youth
  • Experience in camp setting preferred
  • Knowledge of trends in arts programming, techniques & theory, and utilization of technology in the arts fields
  • Must be or become CPR / FA certified
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • MS Office and web competency preferred
  • Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility to work clubhouse hours, especially as seasons and service needs change
  • Valid driver’s license required