UNIT DIRECTOR
YMCA of Columbia-Willamette, Gresham, OR, United States
Overview
UNIT Director – YMCA Camp Collins, Gresham, OR
Description: YMCA Camp Collins is a traditional summer camp located in Gresham, OR along the banks of the Sandy River. Camp Collins serves youth from grades 2-12 and provides activities such as equestrian, challenge course, aquatics, crafts, and much more.
Why You Should Apply?
- Room and board for the summer
- A full three weeks of training will prepare you to be at your best for the youth
- At least two hours off each day
- Friday evening through Sunday morning off each week
- Work with your friends
- Make a difference in the life of a child
- You do not have to sleep in a cabin with campers
What would you be doing?
- Ensure the safety, well-being and personal growth of campers.
- Support staff daily through coaching and providing feedback
- Unit Leaders support staff in planning, organizing and implementing value-based programs for their age group or program area.
- Be an active and supportive member of the summer camp team
- Demonstrate positive, professional role modeling at all times, acting in a manner that is consistent with the staff code of conduct and the philosophy, goals, and objectives of YMCA Camp Collins
- Remain on-site from Sunday morning staff meeting to Friday check-out
What do you need to qualify?
- Must pass YMCA background check
- Possess (or obtain during training) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification
- 20 years or older
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with youth at summer overnight or day camp program
- Experience supervising staff
- Graduate of Counselor in Training Program
- Possess (or obtain during training) a current certification/qualified experience in Challenge Course Facilitation, Lifeguard, or Horsemanship