Job Description
Job Description
- This is a seasonal / summer position with an anticipated start in May 2025
Teen Adventure Camp Director
Department : Recreation
Reports To : Youth Program Manager
Supervisory Responsibilities : Yes
Safety Sensitive : Yes
Classification : Part Time; Non-Exempt
Job Level : 3
Driving Status : Yes
Work Environment : Outdoors and various adventurous trips
Summary
Manheim Township's Teen Adventure Camp is an 8-week summer camp running mid-June to early August for kids grades 7-10. The camp takes weekly field trips to a variety of locations to perform activities like climbing, hiking, tubing, and more. This is a seasonal position to provide a leadership / supervisory role for the camp. The Teen Camp Director will be in direct contact with children, counselors, parents, and will report to the Youth Program Manager.
Essential Functions
Oversee day to day operations of Teen Adventure Camp.Primary point of contact for parents and guardians of camp participants.Coordinate the weekly schedule with counselors, following the appropriate shifts.Ensure each camper is appropriately signed in and out each day.Provide a leadership role to camp counselors. Help with delegating activities for the day.Ensure campers are always in a safe environment.Assist with coordinating structured games, activities, and crafts.Communicate any minor behavioral and medical issues with parents. Report major behavioral and medical issues to Youth Program Manager.Assist with preparations for future weeks by preparing camp rosters, newsletters, activities, and supplies.Physical Requirements
Able to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently.Ability to reach with hands and arms, push items overhead, occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch.Ability to talk, hear, and see.Dexterity is mandatory as this job requires frequent use of hands and fingers.Occasional lifting of up to 15lbs.Competencies
Ability to act as a leader and positive role model to campers and staff.Ability to engage with campers and parents in a professional and constructive manner.Ability to lead structured games and activities, and to adapt activities as needed.Ability to effectively communicate rules, guidelines, scoring, and possible scenarios regarding activities.Ability to communicate to children from grades 7-10. Speak clearly to large and small groups.Outgoing, energetic, and positive attitude.Skills
Knowledge of various recreational games and activities.Good leadership, communication, and social skills.Abilities
Communicate effectively with participants and parents.Give clear and concise instructions.Required Education and Experience
Enrolled in a secondary education program for Education, Park and Rec, or related field.2-years supervising children.Preferred Education and Experience
Certified Teacher for a PA school.Additional Eligibility Requirements
Must have a valid PA Driver's License.Must pass required State and Federal Background Checks.Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
