Camp Staff - Summer 2027 | Y Camp

DO ALL THE GOOD YOU CAN THIS SUMMER

Few experiences are as profound or impactful as a summer spent working at Des Moines Y Camp! We strive to be positive role models who make a difference in the lives of our campers. Y Camp Leaders spend their summer using their strengths while working in a dynamic team environment to inspire others and grow in their own professional development. EVERY position at Y CAMP positively impacts others - JOIN US, WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Y Leaders Program positions are responsible for fostering a sense of belonging in campers, providing opportunities for campers to feel achievement, and helping campers build healthy positive relationships.

JOB LOCATION: Boone, IA
WAGE: $57.14-$64.29/day; Y Camp also provides summer staff with on-site housing, meals, free onsite laundry facilities, fiber optic internet connection, paid training and certification opportunities
SUMMER CAMP: June 2nd - August 21, 2027 - Onsite housing is a requirement for all positions.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 30, 2027 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

SUMMER STAFF OPPORTUNITIES:

• Leader (Camp Counselors)
• Program Coordinators: Aquatics Program Coordinator, Ranch (Horse) Program Coordinator, Ranch (Horse) Assistant
• Support Roles: Office Staff; Multi- Media Specialist; Registered Nurse; Nurse Assistant; Wellness Manager, Behavioral Support Specialist; Kitchen Staff; Housekeeping; Maintenance
• Leadership Development Program Coordinators (previous experience preferred)
• Summer Camp Leadership: Group Camping Program Manager, Staff Supervisor, Program Supervisors, Age Group Coordinators, Program Specialist (previous experience preferred)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Create and maintain a safe environment both physically and emotionally for campers and others at Y Camp.
• Build meaningful relationships with campers, volunteers, parents, co-workers, and others along with being a role model for campers and peers.
• Contribute to the overall camp experience by actively participating in camp programs, activities, events and daily operations as appropriate to the role.
• Actively supervises groups of campers and maintains appropriate child to staff ratios.
• Depending on the assigned role, may organize and lead a variety of small and large group camp activities both independently and with a staff team, such as crafts, nature, songs, games, nature walks, swimming.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures including emergency and safety procedures.
• Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports and camper documentation.
• Complete required documentation and communication accurately and in a timely manner, including incident reports, program records or other documentation as required by the position.
• Promote Y membership and participation in the Des Moines YMCA Camp programs, services and events,
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to communicate effectively across departments.
• Must be at least 17 years of age by the start of camp programming.
• Perform basic computer skills such as using the computerized time clock and online training requirements.
• Previous experience or education in working with children
• Ability to Obtain Red Cross (or equivalent) CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• Child Abuse Prevention Training - prior to starting if hired and maintained annually.
• Additional training to be completed prior to arrival at camp and after arrival at camp.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the responsibilities of this position, the employee is:

• Required to talk, hear, and communicate effectively with people using various communications tools.
• Ability to remain alert at all times, and monitor property and activities.
• Required to sit, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands.
• Required to have the ability to perform moderate physical activity, along with lifting up to twenty pounds of weight, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel.
• Ability to maneuver in a nature or rugged outdoor environment.
• Ability to work in various environments and adapt to changing working conditions.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.

Des Moines Y Camp is the sum of a century of friendships, lessons, personal growth and life-changing experiences. People are our passion.

APPLY & BEGIN YOUR LIFE-CHANGING Y CAMP JOURNEY TODAY!