Summer Resident Camp Leadership Staff: Camp Harrison

Under the direction of the Camp Director, the Summer Resident Camp Leadership Staff provides leadership, training, and supervision to seasonal camp staff in alignment with the YMCA’s mission and values. This role is responsible for supporting staff orientation, monitoring cabin life, and ensuring safe, high-quality camp programs. The position plays a critical role in staff development, program excellence, and the overall camper experience through supervision, coaching, and modeling positive leadership.

Culture Statement: 

The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core principles. We strive every day to collectively embody our purpose to love, serve and transform lives. Every day we show up to Lead with Love and Serve with Purpose.

We Love unconditionally – showing genuine care and concern for everyone, making each interaction
meaningful and personal and ensuring every person feels valued, seen and welcomed. We elevate Hope – promoting optimism by offering encouragement and practical solutions to challenges. We act with Care & Compassion – listening attentively without judgment, responding with empathy, and creating a sense of belonging by uplifting and supporting those around us. We demonstrate Generosity – sharing our
time, skills, and resources freely and with joy.

We walk in Grace – showing patience and kindness, even in difficult moments. We ignite Faith – staying grounded in our mission, principles and purpose, inspiring others to trust in what is possible. Demonstrating consistency in our actions, helping others see how their efforts align with a greater purpose. We treasure Honesty – communicating openly and truthfully, admitting mistakes when they occur, and honoring commitments. We honor Humility – leading with a servant's heart by prioritizing the needs of others above our own.

We live with Joy – celebrating small and big wins alike, inspiring connection and shared joy. We offer Respect – addressing everyone by name and honoring diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We value Responsibility – performing every task timely with diligence and excellence and holding ourselves accountable by openly evaluating our performance. We engage in Service – going above and beyond in serving others by anticipating needs and delivering exceptional experiences.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing staff orientation, training, and development activities.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision to cabin counselors, ensuring program quality and safety.
• Support the development, coordination, and delivery of staff training content, including YMCA policies and safety standards.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, offering coaching, feedback, and recognition.
• Assist in ensuring safe and inclusive camp programs that reflect YMCA mission and values.
• Support supervision of cabin life, including camper adjustment, group living, and parent communication.
• Assist with the facilitation of camp spiritual life components, including devotions, worship services, and vespers.
• Collaborate with the Camp Director to ensure budgetary, program quality, and safety goals are met.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation as required.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating professionalism, positive leadership, and adherence to camp policies.

Required Qualifications:

• At least one year of college completed.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with staff, campers, and parents.
• Competence with computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and publishing/design software (e.g., PageMaker).
• Demonstrated ability to lead in alignment with YMCA mission, values, and Christian principles.
• Experience facilitating group activities, trainings, or spiritual programming preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, remain flexible, and adapt to changing camp needs.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and safe camp environment.

All YMCA team members are expected to maintain a current and active status for all safety, risk, and programming certifications defined by the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three to five years of experience in a camp environment, with at least one year in a leadership
role preferred. Three to five years of experience in a camp environment, with at least one year in a
leadership role preferred.
• Supervisory experience in staff recruitment, training, and performance management preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Requires living and working in a residential camp environment throughout the summer season.
• Work schedule includes long hours, evenings, weekends, and limited personal time.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and move around camp facilities for extended periods.
• Physical requirements include the ability to see, hear, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions with exposure to insects, heat, and camp related environmental elements.
• Requires active engagement in camp activities, including walking between program areas,
supervising groups, and assisting in emergencies.

Competencies:

1 DEVELOPING SELF & OTHERS: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers,
members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential
2 EMOTIONAL MATURITY: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations
3 ENGAGING COMMUNITY: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is
community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
4 COMMUNICATION & INFLUENCE: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that
engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause