What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Center Lead - YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir position at Treasure Valley Family YMCA?
At the Y, we believe children discover themselves through interactions with others and having the freedom to explore. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir immerses children in a community where making friends is natural, exploring new interests is encouraged, and discovering inner strength is guaranteed. YMCA Camp teaches self-reliance, instills a love for nature and the outdoors, and builds character and leadership—all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, friends, zip-lining, paddleboarding, mentorships, ropes course, and so much more. YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir is positively the best way to change a child’s life.
Our YMCA Camp Horsethief Reservoir is ACA-Accredited. This means that the American Camping Association, the only national accrediting body for camps of all types, has ensured that the YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir meets the accreditation standards for health, safety and risk management. ACA accreditation provides public evidence of a camp’s commitment to the well-being of campers and staff.
The Health Center Lead is responsible for the organization, safety and processes of the Health Center to ensure participant and staff safety. Serve as leader/role model to Health Center volunteers.
Responsibilities:
- Develop intentional relationships with parents and campers that result in campers having fun and making new friends.
- Create an environment that fosters safety through the education of participants, volunteers and staff using the Y voice attributes and by role modeling safe behavior.
- Implement the established Health Center Leading Practices.
- Effectively communicate with campers, parents, and leadership using the Y voice attributes and providing feedback when necessary.
- Resolve camper and parent concerns and issues.
- Provide leadership and support to Health Center volunteers.
- Monitor, organize and ensure the safety of medications and supplies.
- Ensure that the dispensing of any medication, first aid and/or supplies are with written dispensing instructions and follow leading practices.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Experience working with youth.
- Ability to live on site and in cabin during scheduled program times.
- Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
- Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
Schedule:
This is a seasonal position from May 18, 2026 through August 1, 2026. Typical camp schedule for each session will be Sunday - Friday but occasional Saturdays will be required. All camp staff receive at least 24-hour time off period every 7 days between sessions, as well as scheduled time off each day during sessions. Must be able to live at YMCA camp facilities in Cascade, Idaho during program delivery times.
Welcoming and Inclusion:
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.
How To Apply:
External candidates must complete an online application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact jobs@ymcatvidaho.org. All current YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended. Previous YMCA staff may email their updated resume and cover letter to jobs@ymcatvidaho.org with the name of the job they are applying for in the subject line or apply through their existing UKG account