Description

The Assistant Unit Director is responsible for supervising and leading an assigned cabin group, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive camp experience. This role provides leadership to campers and staff, steps in for the Unit Director as needed, and actively participates in all camp activities with a positive and professional attitude. We are welcoming, supportive, and committed to helping everyone grow.

Essential Functions:

• Participate in and assist with Administrative Staff Training and All Staff Training
• Assume Unit Director responsibilities in their absence
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for campers and staff
• Support campers in achieving personal goals and overall development
• Address individual and group concerns with appropriate guidance and support
• Follow all established health, safety, and emergency procedures
• Plan and lead cabin and unit activities in collaboration with campers
• Supervise all aspects of campers’ daily routines, including meals, activities, rest periods, evening programs, and overnight supervision
• Lead nightly “Cabin Chat” discussions
• Instruct campers on emergency procedures (fire, severe weather, lost camper, and tag calls)
• Teach or assist with coaching periods as assigned
• Serve as a Lifeguard or Lookout at the waterfront as needed
• Participate in weekend programming, unit duty, and special events
• Attend and actively engage in staff trainings, meetings, and supervisory sessions
• Supervise Counselors and Leaders-in-Training (LITs) as assigned
• Model and promote the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
• Enforce all camp policies and procedures consistently
• Maintain positive relationships with parents, visitors, and the community
• Complete and submit all required documentation in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong desire and ability to work with children and peers in an outdoor environment
• Experience supervising staff and managing camp activities
• Ability to plan and schedule programs, facilities, and staff effectively
• Serves as a positive role model with high integrity and adaptability
• College sophomore or equivalent, or at least 19 years of age
• Strong communication skills and ability to supervise and instruct campers of varying ages and skill levels
• Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess appropriateness, enforce safety regulations, and apply effective behavior-management techniques
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental hazards and activity-related risks
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and provide first aid

Summary

The Assistant Unit Director supports the Waterfront Director in supervising campers and staff, leading activities, and ensuring a safe, positive, and engaging camp experience. This role models YMCA values, enforces safety procedures, and helps foster growth and development for all participants.

We are welcoming, genuine, hopeful, and nurturing, committed to strengthening our community and helping every individual grow and thrive.

This position will be based on-site at Hi-Rock, MA.