Adventure Director

JOB OVERVIEW

Plan and implement Adventure programming utilizing low ropes elements, team building exercises/games and outdoor adventures. The focus of the Adventure Program is to offer activities that encourage teamwork, personal growth, and outdoor skills while providing a fun and engaging environment for campers. It aims to build confidence and promote collaboration through experiential learning. Oversee program area, including staff management, scheduling, program quality, and maintenance.

Note:

All core staff may perform additional duties beyond their role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintain open communication with Director of Camper Experience and other management team members. 2. Work with the Director of Camper Experience and the Camp Operations Director to start planning summer programming. 3. Complete all necessary paperwork and submit by assigned deadlines. 4. Attend and actively participate in Management Weekend. 5. Assist in planning and leading New Staff Orientation, Open House, Camp Set-up and Pre-camp Orientation/Training week. 6. Assist in the planning and leading of Adventure Training weekend. 1. Sunday responsibilities as assigned (if live-in). 2. Work with other members of the core staff to facilitate the morning program selection process. 3. Assign campers to morning programming options and ensure all pertinent paperwork gets to appropriate staff. 4. Work closely with the Camp Operations Director to determine area staffing and appropriate ratios for morning programming. 5. Implement well-planned, age-appropriate instructional programs that utilize staff abilities & talents. 6. Work with Program Director and cabin counselors for any special program needs. 7. Responsible for ordering program supplies. 8. Keep appropriate inventories and records throughout the entire camp season. (Make necessary updates to the area manual). 9. Maintain all equipment in safe operating conditions. 10. When necessary, perform counseling and supervisory responsibilities outside your area as directed by the Head Counselor (if a live-in staff member). 11. Assist in the supervision of staff and evaluations of staff performance. 12. Knowledge of and compliance with American Camping Association Standards and New York State/Livingston County Health Code (Standards and Codes will be provided in a binder and taught). 13. Other duties as directed.

Pay:

$425.00 - $485.00 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location:

In person