Assistant Camp Director for Wellness, Peconic Dunes Camp, Southold, NY Job at Cornell University
Responsible for camper well-being and successful adjustment to camp. Support a community-oriented camp culture that emphasizes acceptance, cooperation, and empathy. Lead problem-solving and conflict-resolution processes that effectively address campers' emotional well-being, health, and behavioral issues. Supervise Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator. Assist with staff selection, training, and evaluation. Supervised by Camp Director and serves as Camp Director in his/her absence.
Required Qualifications:
Administrative Responsibilities:
Direction – 45%
Cornell Cooperative Extension collaborates with Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Job Title: Association Tmp Camp Director
Required Qualifications:
- Must be at least 25 years old or have a Bachelor's degree to comply with NYS Department of Health regulations.
- Must have at least 24 weeks of administrative or supervisory experience in camping or related experience
- Must be able to live on site.
- Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College degree or course work in education, youth development, outdoor recreation, physical education, or a related field.
- Valid driver's license
Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Administrative Responsibilities:
Direction – 45%
- Lead unit staff guidance and communication, including conducting staff meetings, directing staff evaluation processes, implementing performance improvement strategies as needed, and recognizing outstanding performance.
- Direct program staff to seek continuous improvement and achieve excellence.
- Direct and communicate regularly with the Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinators to identify strengths, concerns, possible solutions, and new program ideas.
- In consultation with Camp Director, take corrective actions to reduce risks and ensure safe camp management.
Management – 45%
- Communicate daily with Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator to proactively identify and address areas of concern regarding camper health, emotional well-being, and safety; identify and implement strategies to address these concerns for campers, parents, and staff.
- Supervise, direct and evaluate Unit Coordinators and CIT Coordinator.
- Ensure compliance with all camp policies and procedures that protect camper and staff health and safety.
- Support high health and safety standards in all programs, activities, and daily routines.
- Support a community-oriented camp culture that emphasizes acceptance, cooperation, and empathy.
- Ensure staff documents critical incidents through CIMRs (Concern, Incident, and Medical Report).
- Manage post-incidents in consultation with the Program Director workgroup, including resolution with the camper(s) and staff, incident debriefing, and updating policies and procedures resulting from the incident.
- Manage evaluation processes for staff performance, program and youth development outcomes, and camper satisfaction.
- Promote strategies for creating safe, healthy, and supportive environments for campers and how to work with campers experiencing homesickness, conflict, and special needs.
- Serve as the primary contact between camp and parents whenever an incident involving a camper that counselors or coordinators cannot resolve.
- Serve as Camp Director if he or she is absent from camp.
- Implement health and safety guidelines and procedures described in the camp safety plan approved by the Suffolk County Department of Health.
- In consultation with Camp Director, take corrective actions to reduce risks and ensure safe camp management.
- Promote strategies for creating safe, healthy, and supportive environments for campers and how to work with campers experiencing homesickness, conflict, and special needs.
- Serve as the primary contact between camp and parents whenever an incident involving a camper that counselors or coordinators cannot resolve.
- Serve as Camp Director if he or she is absent from camp.
Coordination/Operation – 5%
- As needed, assist with weekly camper arrival and departure processes, camper orientation, and other functions.
- Assist with staff training during pre-service orientation.
Professional Improvement – 5%
- In cooperation with Supervisor and Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and address changes and Association priorities.
- Collaborate in activities that support Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.
Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions
- Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
- Be familiar with and follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement, and standards.
- Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.
EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions
- Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
- Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
- Aware of, and adheres to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Suffolk County policies, procedures, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.
- Contribute to the organization's overall success by performing all assigned duties professionally, promptly, and accurately.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and Educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO and Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
POSITION DETAILS:
Salary: Starting at $7,700 full summer
(depending on experience)
Schedule: EXEMPT – TEMP: June 5, 2023 – August 21, 2023
For More Information Please Contact:
Lisa Goldberg
Camp Operations Manager
lfg38@cornell.edu
HOW TO APPLY:
A review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.
Applicants need to:
- Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Attach/upload a resume to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted, you will be unable to change your submission or add attachments.
External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the
Applying for a Job (External Candidate)
document for additional guidance.
Internal Applicants: Current Cornell Cooperative Extension Association employees indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the
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document for additional guidance.
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship is available.
The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at (631) 727-7850 ext. 242 or via email at
HR-CCESuffolk@cornell.edu
Cornell Cooperative Extension collaborates with Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Job Title:
Level:
No Grade - Annual
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Company:
Contact Name:
Daniel Murphy
Number of Openings:
1
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
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