Camp - Program Supervisor

Camp - Program Supervisor

Hours:
Summer 2010
Temporary/Seasonal

Description:
The Program Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all issues related to daily programs, evening programs and special events.  The Program Supervisor works as part of the Leadership team with the Cabin Supervisor and the Assistant Program Manager.  He/she is accountable for the safe and successful implementation of all daily, evening and special programs.  In general, the job consists of handling all immediate issues related to programs which do not require the direct attention of the Assistant Program Manager.

Major Job Responsibilities:
1. Integrated Planning and Budgeting: Before each session, review camper's applications and medical forms with the following staff:  Cabin Supervisor, RN Supervisor, Food Service staff and Cabin Leaders.  Before the beginning of each session, assist Cabin Supervisor with assisgning both campers and counselors to their respective cabins.
2. Strengthening the Culture of Excellence: Clear all special events and, where possible, assist in making these a success. 
3. Recruiting, Retaining and Developing Staff: Assist Program Manager and Leadership staff with staff training and on-going training sessions. 
4. Managing Departmental Operations: Responsible for day to day supervision of staff and campers on campus.  Responsible for coordinating transportation of campers.  
5. Quality Management: Conduct staff evaluations for Leadership staff. Conduct post-camp evaluations and recommendations. 
6. Project Management: See that daily and evening program schedules are being executed. 
7. Other: Oversee camp clean-up, assist in changeovers.  Assist on the beach during swimming and aquatic activities 

Qualifications:

Education/Work Experience
Required: Must be 25 years old
                         have a college degree in outdoor recreation, leadership or related area
                         3 years of resident camp staff experience
Preferred: Experience working with people who have disabilities

License/Certifications
Required: Valid drivers license

Communications:
An individual is expected to facilitate communications with clients, staff and visitors in all methods available to them:  American Sign Language, Oral English, written communication and use of communication devices.

Physical Demands:
1. The ability to assist with lifting a client and push wheelchairs
2. The physical stamina and ability to work and participate in all camp activities for a sustained period of time.

Work Environment: 
1. Group living environment
2. Shared living and sleeping quarters