What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Teen Leadership Staff position at YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties?
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Camp Teen Leadership Staff to join our team.
Would you like to change lives by providing an amazing experience for every camper?
At Camp Seymour, you get to teach kids self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership – all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, talent shows, and meaningful relationships.
As an Camp Teen Leadership Staff, you will provide constructive, responsible guidance, and leadership for a group of campers. If hired, you will spend time with your cabin group on camp property. You will be expected to supervise staff and ensure campers are being safe, making connections, and having a great time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote a positive, inclusive environment that fosters fun, safety and meaningful experiences for all campers.
- Work with Assistant Director of Teens and Trips to facilitate teen leadership programs.
- Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp’s teen leadership programs.
- Supervise, engage and build community with campers.
- Lead safe, programmed, skill building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers. Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Staff Manual.
- Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by “leave no trace” guidelines.
Qualifications:
- A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- One or more seasons of related experience required.
- Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
- Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
- Required: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.
- Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
- Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
- Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
*This is a Residential position that includes room and board.*
Starting Wage: $480 to $510 per week, depending on qualifications
Dates of Employment: June 8th, 2026 - August 21st, 2026
Location: YMCA Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA
Benefits: Seasonal Full-time
- 40 hours/week with Saturday and Sunday’s off
- Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
- Build lasting connections and employment experience
- Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
Salary : $480 - $510
