Evening Program Director

General Functions

In accordance with the Christian principles of the YMCA, this summer position involves providing a safe and successful program for summer campers and staff ensuring their safety, well-being, happiness, growth and development. The Evening Program Director is responsible for planning and implementing special event programing throughout the summer in accordance with weekly themes. The Evening Program Director is the primary staff member working to develop the theme, organize staff, communicate plans, upholding and enforcing all policies and procedures, planning activities, gathering supplies, leading activities, building a positive staff culture and being present as a mentor for all evening and themed activities.

Know How:

• Belief in the YMCA Mission and sets an example of high moral standards. Christian character and values.
• An attitude of teamwork and enthusiasm of service to others.
• Have 2 years of prior experience with children preferably in a camp setting.
• Prior experience in a leadership position.
• Physical ability to cover entire campgrounds and participate in all camp activities.
• Ability to positively work with staff from different backgrounds.
• Know all Camp Cosby and YMCA of Greater Birmingham policies and procedures, adhere to these policies and assure all staff adhere to these policies.
• Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Must be creative and well organized.
• Ability to manage large groups of people, communicate clearly and have great time management skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Principle Activities:

• Lead assigned sessions during staff training.
• Support all staff at camp and know how to inspire them to be great leaders with our campers.
• Be responsible for the safety, health, welfare and happiness of each staff member and camper in your programs.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Assure all activity equipment is properly cared for, returned where it belongs and reported to the Activities Director if replacement is needed.
• Adhere to schedules and planned activities of the camp.
• Support the decision of camp leaders and work in unison with Activities Director and Cabin Life Director to assure a safe and excellent camp program.
• Notify the Cabin Life Director of all incidents, behavior concerns and discipline problems.
• Create an environment that cares for staff and campers socially, emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually.
• Plan, direct and supervise safe and fun evening programs.
• Daily documentation and safety observations.
• Maintain cleanliness and efficiency of program areas being used.
• Ensure programs and events are planned to supervise campers in a manner which promotes an enjoyable and beneficial experience.
• Provide activity leadership in a manner which promotes safety, fun and education.
• Communicate daily any concerns regarding campers, co-workers or facilities to the supervisor.
• Coordinate the planning and implementation of special events activities, campfires and evening programs.
• Assist with other camp activities as needed including, but not limited to Check in day, check out day, evening program and meals.

Employees and volunteers who directly supervise children and teens will:

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children and teens
• Attend required abuse risk management training annually
• Adhere to procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising children and teens.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Effects on End Result

The effectiveness of this position can be measured by an Evening Program Director who shows an aptitude to lead in an attitude of enthusiasm of service to others providing a safe and engaging program that builds a positive image of Camp Cosby and the YMCA. Successful completion of this position will result in staff and campers who have a great experience.