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Posting date:

May 8, 2024

How to apply:

www.godmanguild.org/employment

Job Description:

Godman Guild Association is a non-profit organization founded in 1898 with a focus on helping to build better neighborhoods – one person, one family at a time. Godman Guild’s programs are for all ages and are built to provide a continuum of success and support, making it possible for participants to achieve their academic and career goals. Part of this mission is provided at Camp Mary Orton, which enables campers to explore nature and personal development. For more information, please visit www.godmanguild.org or www.campmaryorton.org.

Description: The DDC Director is responsible for the day to day operation of the Discovery Day Camp, including curriculum implementation and counselor supervision. This is a weekday position and will require availability late May through Early August 2024

Responsibilities:

– Participate in pre-camp staff recruiting and activity planning, as well as pre-camp training

– Typically requires 45 hours per week during the camp season

– Limited opportunities for time off during camp season

– Implement camp activities related to each week’s theme, including nature exploration, games, crafts, awards and recognitions, and other activities from the DDC curriculum provided by the Youth Camps Supervisor.

– Collaborate with lead counselor, counselors, and the Youth Camps Supervisor to deliver a safe, friendly, and high-energy adventure program to enrolled campers

– Be a good steward of CMO resources so that the program remains within its assigned budget

– Collect and organize camper and counselor records

– Create group rosters, assign group counselors, and perform other administrative tasks

– Ongoing evaluation of counselors, including giving and listening to feedback

– Take primary responsibility for the health, well-being and happiness of campers

– Follow camp health protocols related to COVID-19 and monitor compliance by campers and camp staff

– Assist with urgent behavioral needs of campers

– Run an organized check-in and check-out process

– Engage with parents and the Youth Camps Supervisor regarding concerns, challenges, and pertinent updates on campers

– Submit all paperwork in a timely manner, including incident reports

– Monitor and respond to the DDC cell phone and email account

– Lead by setting a good example for counselors and campers

– Conduct daily check-in meetings with staff

– Maintain CPR/First Aid training

– Ensure that staff are maintaining the organization of DDC materials and the cleanliness of DDC program areas

– Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications: One year of camp work experience (preferred)

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $684.00 per week

Schedule:

 

  • Monday to Friday

 

Application Question(s):

 

  • Are you able to successfully complete a background check per State requirements for working with youth?

 

Education:

 

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

 

Experience:

 

  • working with children: 1 year (Preferred)

 

Ability to Commute:

 

  • Columbus, OH 43235 (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person

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