Adolescent and Young Adult Coordinator

Organization Description:

Founded in 1988 by Paul Newman, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp provides "a different kind of healing" to thousands of children with serious illnesses and their families annually - all completely free of charge. For many of these children and families, Hole in the Wall provides multiple Camp experiences throughout the year at the facility in Ashford, Conn, in dozens of hospitals and clinics, directly in camper homes and communities and through other outreach activities across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Position Description

:The AYA Coordinator will collaborate closely with the Assistant Camp Director to continually review, develop, and oversee the Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) programs. These programs include Hero's Journey (HJ), Champion's Journey (CJ), Junior Staff (JS), Journey On, Hero's Quest, Champion's Quest, and the YA Conference. The AYA Coordinator will ensure that these programs are designed to support and empower adolescents and young adults while maintaining a high standard of excellenceIn. In fulfilling these responsibilities, the AYA coordinator will at all times model and transmit the Camp culture of Safety, Respect, and Love

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Our Adolescent and Young Adult Coordinator can expect to.

• ..Work with the program team to coordinate seasonal staff recruiting. In conjunction with the Assistant Camp Director, recruit, review, interview and select returning and new summer staf
• f.Assist with all AYA participant recruitment, conversations and selectio
• n.Prepare sites for all programs, spring, summer, and fal
• l.Lead the continual planning and execution of enhancements to current program
• s.Plan and conduct a comprehensive orientation for all AYA seasonal staff and volunteers. (with the support from the Assistant Camp Director
• .)Participate as a member of the "Program Team" in meetings and planning of Camp event
• s.Rewrite/update the AYA program manuals annually (with support from the Assistant Camp Director
• ).Plan, and execute the Journey On program to include but not limited to, monthly virtual sessions, regional gatherings, distribution of laptops, and mailing of any supplie
• s.Coordinate with Ashford FD, CSP and LifeStar for program participation and support. (with support from the Assistant Camp Director
• ).Assist with the research and evaluation in implementing measurement tools to evaluate program success and stakeholder satisfaction for all AYA programs; create and implement changes to further improve and grow the program
• s.Facilitate communication between participants, parents, staff, and volunteers to address and resolve conflicts, child development issues, and parental concerns relative to participants and/or AYA program activitie
• s.Update and plan the wilderness first aid curriculu
• m.Update the HJ volunteer informational website and handboo
• k.Assist in the planning and facilitation of other Camp events, such as Bandit Round Up, Holiday Party, Gala, Camp tours, et
• c.Participate in relevant AYA professional development opportunities as approved by the Assistant Camp director and Camp Directo
• r.Organize and order inventory for spring, summer and fall AYA programmin
• g.Be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures contained within the Camp Manua
• l.Communicate and demonstrate the organization's mission, AYA program goals, and create an intentional community for staff and participants in a strong social context of "Safety, Respect, and Love
• ".Be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures contained within the Camp Manua
• l.Serve as a part of residential weekend leadership team at assigned Family Camp program
• s.Supervise and support staff and volunteers while program is operationa
• l.In collaboration with the Camp Director, create a budget for all AYA program
• s.Coordinate all participant and volunteer evaluations at the end of each session and staff evaluations at the end of the summer. Take lead on design and facilitation of one Fall "Hero's Quest Weekend Program", and one "Champion's Quest Weekend Program
• ".Review any applicants whose needs fall outside the typical participant profile with the medical tea
• m.Assist with special projects and performs additional duties as assigne

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Our Adolescent and Young Adult Coordinator should ha

• ve…Demonstrated experience in adolescent programmi
• ng.Professional experience in program development, particularly adaptive programming for adolescents with physical and cognitive challeng
• es.Demonstrated experience in adventure programmi
• ng.The ability to multi-task and prioritize work day/projects independent
• ly.Strong organizational and administrative abiliti
• es.Strong written and verbal communication skil
• ls.A familiarity with key software and database resources (e.g. Microsoft Office 365 Suite, Teams, Salesforce, FormAssembly, etc.) and adaptable digital skil
• ls.Knowledge and experience with low impact camping, backpacking and backcountry cooki
• ng.Full onsite summer residential required from June - August, and designated Hero’s and Champion’s Quest and Family Cam
• ps.Weekend and evening work requir
• ed.The ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to lead, supervise, or participate in AYA activiti
• es.The ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (hot, cold, storm
• y).The ability to operate computer for extended periods with appropriate brea
• ks.The ability to frequently lift up to 50 poun
• ds.A valid driver's license and driving record that meets HITWG insurance carrier requiremen

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The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp provides a very competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and growth opportunities for high contributors. To apply, please use the provided link. Due to the volume of resumes received, you will be contacted only if there is interest in pursuing your application. No phone calls ple

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The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp is an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of age, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex, and is committed to a diverse workf