What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teen Specialist- YMCA Camp Potawotami position at YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne?
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. While working at YMCA Camp Potawotami, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences in the lives of those around you. YMCA Camp Potawotami has provided friendship, fun, and a character-building camping experience in a beautiful, safe environment for over 100 years. Located about 40 miles north of Fort Wayne on the shores of Blackman Lake, Camp Potawotami has over 210 acres of woodlands, meadows, wetlands, and hiking trails.
Why you’ll love YMCA Camp Potawotami
- Personal Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career.
- Housing & Meals: Required to live on-site, and food is provided.
- Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you and is actively involved in our community!
- YMCA Membership: As a part-time staff member, you will receive a free individual membership, or 65% off family membership, 50% discounted programs at Y branches for you and your household, and a 40% discount for you and your family at camp.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision, support and leadership to teen leaders.
- Assist Teen Supervisor with Teen Leadership Program
- Plan, schedule, and implement programming for the teen leaders.
- Ensure teen leadership training and sessions are appropriate and provide opportunities to help them grow as individuals and leaders.
- Work with cabin leaders to evaluate teen leaders each week and within the scope of their program.
- Complete a service project with the teen leaders.
- Assign Clippers’ shadow week (2nd week) in collaboration with the Activity and Inclusion Coordinator.
- Prioritize safety and well-being for teen leaders. Respond quickly and effectively to a wide variety of situations, including possible emergencies, while maintaining composure and keeping students calm. Follow all policies and procedures, and report incidents, injuries or hazards immediately while on the job or at camp.
- Promote diversity by including all campers. View diversity as an asset.
- Adhere to established ACA standards and Camp’s Policies and Procedures.
- Perform any additional tasks assigned by Teen Supervisor.
Requirements
Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of YMCA Camp Potawotami and the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as…
- Must be at least 19 years of age.
- At least one year of college education is preferred.
- At least one year of working with children and/or youth or resident camp is preferred.
- Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills.
- Excellent human relation skills and enthusiasm.
- Basic math skills and demonstrated recordkeeping proficiency.
- Proficient in digital media and application.
- An elevated level of organization, flexibility, and ability to handle difficult situations effectively.
- Successfully complete within 60 days of hire: CPR/First Aid/O2 Certification, Bloodborne Pathogen training, Child Abuse Prevention training, and all other required training as specified by your supervisor.
Commitment Details
- Commitment: May 22, 2026- August 7, 2026
- Starting at $79 / per day (Sunday 11:00am - Friday 8:00pm weekly sessions)
- Room & Board Provided
Location: YMCA Camp Potawotami is located on beautiful Blackman Lake in Northeast Indiana; 7255 East 700 South, Wolcottville, IN 46795
Salary : $79