Resident Camp Counselor

YMCA of Southern Arizona • Oracle, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Resident Camp Counselor positions are open at this beautiful 300-acre camp in Oracle, Arizona, north of Tucson. FREE On-campus housing is available , which includes utilities. This position supports the work of the YMCA of Southern Arizona, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. The Resident Camp Counselor is responsible for the development, care, and safety of a troop of campers. This position leads and directly supervises a diverse group of up to 15 youth, aged 6 through 17 years, at the Triangle Y Ranch Camp and Retreat Center. This position will be involved in scheduling evening programs, assessing child needs, and any other tasks that affect the well-being of campers. Anticipated Start Date: May 20th, 2026 Anticipated End Date: July 18th, 2026 Site Location: Triangle Y Ranch Camp & Retreat Center 34434 S. Y Camp Road BOX 350 Oracle, AZ 85623

Requirements

• At Least 18 years of age.
• Current Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current CPR, AED, & First Aid certifications or completion within thirty days of hire.
• Completion of YMCA online training upon date of hire and periodically thereafter.
• High school degree or GED preferred.
• Camper First mindset.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations and/or the ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading and working with children in a resident camp setting preferred.
• Background in childcare preferred.
• Basic knowledge of youth development.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and models excellent customer service to provide a welcoming environment for all staff, campers, members, and guests by following customer service best practices.
• Delivers a personalized approach when engaging with program participants that creates a positive experience.
• Supervises and provides leadership for an assigned group of children.
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
• Effectively engages with diverse groups of people with different abilities and backgrounds.
• Creates and fosters strong relationships with YMCA staff, members, program participants and guests.
• Builds relationships with campers; Helps youth connect with one another and the YMCA.
• Takes ownership through seeking to understand camper concerns and successfully takes actions to resolve each unique situation utilizing strong conflict management skills.
• Notifies appropriate leadership in a timely manner to ensure the best outcome for all parties involved.
• Responds appropriately to emergency, medical, disciplinary, and child abuse prevention situations while adhering to the safety policies and procedures set by the YMCA of Southern Arizona.
• Assists with programming activities, to include lifeguarding, high ropes, shooting sports, aquatics, general activities, arts & crafts, team building, and challenge courses.
• Provides supervision for and initiates appropriate actions to maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization throughout the facility with priority in assigned program area.
• Knowledgeable about the rules and guidelines for caring for youth in a camp setting.
• Consistently follows and applies all YMCA procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, safety guidelines, sanitization schedule, facility access procedures, and membership policies.
• Carries out emergency plans as appropriate.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of consumers by maintaining professional boundaries, completing required abuse risk management training, following procedures for high-risk activities and supervision, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations, and adhering to mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership for employee, one additional adult and all the employee's dependents under age 24, living in the household
• 12% Employer funded retirement plan (once eligible)
• 50% off YMCA of Southern Arizona programs (eg: sports leagues, child care, swim lessons, personal training packages, camp registrations, and more!)
• One (1) hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked (can use up to 40 hours per year)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED