Lead Camp Store

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 Camp Store Lead manages the daily operation of the camp store and outside communication services to participants.

Responsibilities: 

• Manages the camp store.
• Ensure items are available, organized, and inventory is accurate.
• Ensure cleanliness of store.
• Engage with participants in their daily visits to store.
• Perform financial transactions accurately and maintain a balanced till.
• Collect and distribute mail and email to participants following camp leading practices.
• Work as a team member with others under the guidance of the Director and take initiative when needed.
• Stay informed of program offering and cross promotion when appropriate.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old at the start of employment. (Per American Camping Association standards.)
• Ability to live on site 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.
• Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.

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:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

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 and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.