Camp Duncan Summer 2025 Overnight Camp Management Staff

YMCA • Ingleside, IL

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About The Position

YMCA Camp Duncan is seeking Summer Overnight Camp Management Staff for Summer 2025 to create a fun and safe camp environment for children and young adults. Staff will develop leadership skills, foster independence, and build confidence while engaging campers in various activities. The camp offers a range of facilities and programs designed to teach life skills and promote wellness.

Requirements

• A commitment to and passion for working with diverse youth.
• Enjoy being outdoors and are creative.
• Experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, or sports is a plus but not required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older by the start of camp.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish constructive relationships and act as a positive role model.
• Meets physical qualifications as outlined in the job description.
• Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations to ensure safety.
• Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (within the past year).

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiastic and shows intense enjoyment and interest.
• Inspires teammates to follow them as a leader.
• Motivated by growth opportunities and the ability to make an impact.
• Self-starter who can perform without outside help.

Responsibilities

• Helps plan and implement recreational activities including arts and crafts, fishing, swimming, and more.
• Works with the Program Director to create weekly programs for campers.
• Assists with the overall functions of the camp daily schedule.
• Coaches and mentors camp counselors to support positive experiences for youth.
• Enforces rules and regulations to maintain discipline and safety.
• Monitors campers and counselors for appropriate behavior.
• Supervises camp staff in assigned program areas.
• Sets up facilities and equipment for activities and stores them appropriately after use.
• Notifies Program Director of any broken or unsafe equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of facilities according to YMCA standards.
• Serves as a positive role model for staff and campers.
• Conducts mid-summer and end-of-summer evaluations for counselors.

Benefits

• Salaries reflecting skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• Access to wellness programs and mental health resources.
• Family gym membership.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs and employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: No Education Listed