What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics Staff- Summer Day Camp 2026 position at Ocean Community YMCA?
Join Our Summer Camp Aquatics Team!
Ocean Community YMCA-Camp Cove | Mystic, CT | Summer 2026
Spend Your Summer On The Water At Camp Cove, Located Right On Scenic Mystic River! We’re Hiring Passionate And Safety-minded Aquatics Staff For The 2026 Summer Season
June–August | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
(Some flexibility available)
Qualifications
EOE
Ocean Community YMCA-Camp Cove | Mystic, CT | Summer 2026
Spend Your Summer On The Water At Camp Cove, Located Right On Scenic Mystic River! We’re Hiring Passionate And Safety-minded Aquatics Staff For The 2026 Summer Season
- Lifeguards
- Boating Specialist
June–August | Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM
(Some flexibility available)
Qualifications
- Must be 15 (Director roles preferred 21 )
- Current Lifeguard and Waterfront Skills certification (or ability to obtain before start)
- CPR/First Aid & Boating Safety certifications required for some roles
- Strong swimmer with experience supervising aquatic activities
- Comfortable leading, teaching, and ensuring safety around water
- Prior waterfront/camp experience strongly preferred for directors
- A meaningful role helping campers build confidence and skills in the water
- Leadership development in a fun, team-based outdoor setting
- Free individual YMCA membership
- Beautiful natural work environment
- Connection to a mission-driven organization focused on youth development
EOE