SUMMER CAMP SITE COORDINATOR

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Afterschool Site Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the assigned afterschool site in partnership with the collaborating school and serves as the primary YMCA contact for school staff and families. This role provides leadership, implements curriculum, ensures a safe and high-quality program experience, and models the YMCA’s core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Designs and implements daily lesson/activity plans.

Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.

• Ensures parents are kept informed of all site and program activities and communicates both positive and negative behavior of children to parents.
• Conducts parent conferences and maintains positive relationships and effective communication.

with parents. Engages parents as volunteers.

• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records including attendance sheets, incident sheets, and behavior reports; maintains SFSP records.

Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.

• Follows and implements the Healthy Eating and Physical Activity standards.
• Trains new staff on current YMCA policies and procedures.

Supervises summer camp counselors; modify the schedule as necessary to maintain appropriate staff to student ratios and remain within budget.

• Develop relationships community stakeholders to further deepen the YMCA and community relationship.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned by the Regional Youth Services & Athletic Director.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We nurture: we support you on your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW: At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values. Complimentary YMCA Membership Flexible Scheduling Professional Development

Retirement Benefits Employee Resource Groups

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

• Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of college coursework preferred, working toward a degree in Education or a related field. Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with children in a developmental or educational setting preferred. CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required within 30 days of hire. Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.

Experience working with diverse populations and the ability to build positive, authentic relationships with children, families, and staff from varied backgrounds.:

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

CPR & First Aid – Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives. Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.

Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors. Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants. Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.

Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.

Job Title: Summer Camp Site Coordinator FLSA Status: Non - Exempt Job Type: Part Time Pay Rate: $15.12 - $15.88 / Hour Revision Date: 2/12/26

Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.