Division Leader (Summer 2027)

YMCA of Greenville•Cleveland, SC

About The Position

YMCA Camp Greenville is seeking a cause-driven Division Leader to join its summer leadership team for Summer 2027. Camp Greenville is an overnight camp on 1,400 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, serving boys and girls through summer camps, retreats, and specialty camps. The Division Leader provides leadership for one of three age groups: Division 1 (rising 2nd–4th grade), Division 2 (rising 5th–6th grade), or Division 3 (rising 7th–9th grade). The role coordinates activities, manages behavior, troubleshoots problems, and supports overall camp leadership. The Division Leader trains, supervises, and supports cabin leaders; plans and coordinates camper activities and evening programs; helps maintain a safe, fun, and engaging camp experience; and assists senior leaders with program management and decision-making. The position also supports staff meetings and evaluations, maintains camp records and schedules, and may assist with high-adventure activities. The role requires care for campers' mental, emotional, and physical well-being and adherence to camp safety, abuse-prevention, and mandated-reporting policies.

Requirements

CPR/First Aid certified.
Meet YMCA Camp Greenville's minimum requirements to drive a 15-passenger minibus.
Have a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Be at least 18 years old or have graduated high school by June 2027.

Nice To Haves

Be 20 years old or older.
Leadership experience in an overnight camp setting.

Responsibilities

Work with the full-time team to provide camp leadership for the designated division and the rest of camp.
Create and maintain a high-standard environment for camp staff throughout the summer.
Train, supervise, and oversee cabin leaders in the designated age group.
Work with participants of all backgrounds.
Plan activities and evening programs for campers.
Supervise and coordinate activities for campers in the designated age group.
Assist in leading daily staff meetings.
Maintain rosters, checklists, and camp schedules, and report information in a timely manner.
Lead and support camp staff in creating a safe, fun, and engaging experience for campers.
Lead by example in all aspects of camp.
Support the senior leadership team with decision-making and program management throughout the summer.
Assist with staff evaluations throughout the summer.
Assist with high-adventure program facilitation, such as high ropes and zip line activities.
Serve as a role model and uphold camp values while working with integrity, creativity, and safety in mind.
Be responsible for campers' mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being during their time at camp.
Approach responsibilities in a fun, creative, enthusiastic, and professional manner.
Adhere to policies concerning boundaries with consumers and procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
Attend or complete required abuse risk management training and follow mandated reporting requirements.
Adhere to job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.