About Us: Since 1989, HFH Summer Camps has been offering free summer camp opportunities to children who live in NYC, who are experiencing homelessness. We are a non-profit organization that operates a traditional sleep away camps located in Harriman state park.
HFH Summer Camps, American Camp Association Accredited camps, are seeking a Waterfront Director for campers ages 7-10.
Responsibilities Include:
- Take an active role in risk management and camper safety.
- Mentor, support, and supervise waterfront staff in activities, teaching, and planning.
- Conduct periodic formal and informal staff performance evaluations.
- Meet daily with camp leadership to solve problems and improve camp.
- Assist with daily cabin activities, rest periods, meals, community service, overnights, etc.
- Implement a strict water safety program with ACA, NYS, and health department standards.
- Facilitate an effective “Buddy” system.
- Manage swim staff at the waterfront and at other parts of the camp program.
- Implement Red Cross instructional swim program and assessments.
- Coordinate pool/lake activities and lessons including boating and swimming.
- Clearly differentiate, document, and develop skill levels and expectations according to the age group of the children.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 21 years of age with 3 years of Lifeguarding experience
- Desire to work and live in the outdoors for two months during the summer from June 14 – August 17, 2020.
- An understanding of and liking of children; knowledge of behavioral issues a plus.
- Ability to pass a background check, physical exam and be up to date on all required immunizations.
- CPR/First Aid Certification a plus
- WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certificate or recognized equivalent a plus
You will also need to provide:
- Three letters of reference
- A physical exam by a licensed Medical Doctor and be up to date with all required immunizations
- Additional special skills and certifications (First Aid, CPR, EMT, and other) are a plus.
Summer 2020
- June 22th General staff expected to arrive to camp
- Tuesday, June 23rd General Staff Training begins at 12 Noon
- Session 1: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 – Tuesday July 7, 2020
- Friday, July 10th staff back from break by 12:00 PM
- Session 2: Tuesday, July 14, 2020 – Monday July 27, 2020
- Wednesday, July 29th staff back from break by 12:00 PM
- Session 3: Thursday, July 30, 2020 – Thursday August 13, 2020
- All staff departs by August 17th by 3:00 PM
Please note due to the recent measles outbreak in NY State, all staff must have documented their MMR immunization with month, day and year. Two shots must be documented.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.
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