Assistant Program Coordinator for Camp Courage

**Assistant Program Coordinator for Summer 2026** The Assistant Program Coordinator assists in the creation, planning and implementation of recreational activities. The Assistant Program Coordinator helps oversee activities to ensure that they are safe, engaging and well\-organized and provide campers with experiences that provide support and enrichment, teach life skills and promote wellness. **Scope of Responsibilities** * Helps plan and implement recreational activities including but not limited to arts and crafts, fishing, music, swimming, nature hikes, archery, boating, and more. * Works with the Program Director and Grief Counselors to create programs to engage camp participants of all ages and provide a variety of experiences. * Assist with the over\-all functions of the camp daily schedule. * Assist with processing applications for campers. * Assist with Parent Meetings and organizing registration documentation. * Assist with Volunteer Training. * Assist with program development and implementation of activities as part of Camp Reunion. * Coaches and mentors camp staff to support them in creating positive experiences for youth and families. * Enforces rules and regulations to maintain discipline and ensure safety. * Sets up facilities and/or equipment for activities and store equipment appropriately after use. Immediately notifies supervisory staff of any broken or unsafe equipment or if more resources/equipment are needed. * Works to keep facilities safe, clean and inviting . Promotes the value of keeping camp clean, welcoming and safe with staff. * Serve as a positive role model for staff and program participants by setting an example of the Mission of Harbor Hospice. * Participate in opening and closing procedures for all program areas. * Responsible for overall safety checks, cleanliness, upkeep and care for assigned program area. * Maintain a positive attitude. * Deal with any staff management issues promptly. Program Staff are expected to not ask staff do to anything that he/she would not do themselves. **Minimum Requirements** * Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard. * Experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related is a plus but not required. * Will be 18 years of age or older by the start of camp. * Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts and tailor communication to multiple audiences * Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high\-quality of instruction using age\-appropriate practices. * Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model * Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to, and a passion for, the mission of the Harbor Hospice * Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description * Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all program participants. * Ability to train staff and campers of all age levels in safety regulations and emergency procedures **Child Abuse Prevention** \- Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by: * Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor * Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children * Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor * Completing all child abuse prevention training as required