Description
The Camp Program Manager of Victory Junction provides the means of fulfilling the mission statement by managing and coordinating key elements of camp programming including recruitment, high risk program areas and camp operations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
- Assist camp program team in the planning of camp programs and operations to reflect the mission and goals of Victory Junction
- Plan and facilitate elements of summer camp programming, particularly in high-risk areas
- Plan and facilitate special events as they relate to the programs
- Ensure camp is current with all ACA and SeriousFun accreditation
- Coordinate and Facilitate the Family Weekend Program to include a thorough schedule of events and logistics alongside the Assistant Camp Director
- Manages high risk program areas: Adventure and Aquatics. Ensures that these program areas are consistently safe and compliant to use
- Actively participate with the Program Team’s development, coordination and facilitation of volunteer and staff orientation
- Support all staff and volunteer recruitment & management
- Serve as a key member of the Program Quality implementation team
- Provide supervision and support to all summer staff by means of evaluations, feedback, etc.
- Manage program dietary needs to the dining hall
- Be an active member of the crisis intervention team
- Be an active team player and contribute/promote a positive professional culture for all
- To adhere to and implement the policies and procedures of the Victory Junction
- Live on camp facility for family weekends, orientation, and summer sessions. Year-round onsite housing is available
- Be an active team player and contribute/promote a positive, professional culture for all
- Foster a culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Any other duties assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or Camp Administration or other related field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to plan, originate, organize and carry out daily, weekly, and special programs
- Ability to supervise and evaluate staff, volunteers and campers
- Must have strong public relations skills
- Must be able to multitask
- Demonstrated strong leadership and delegation skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications
- Must be a team player
Prospective employees must meet medical requirements as a condition of employment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Camp Administration, or a related field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to plan, organize, and deliver daily, weekly, and special programs
- Ability to supervise and evaluate staff, volunteers, and campers
- Strong public relations skills
- Ability to multitask
- Strong leadership and delegation skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team player
- Must meet prospective employee medical requirements
What We Do
Victory Junction enriches the lives of children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses by providing life-changing, medically-safe camp experiences at no cost to families. Its year-round camp facility and adaptive programs give kids with complex medical and physical needs opportunities to participate in activities, free from barriers.
