Job Title: Day Camp Coordinator

FLSA Status: Seasonal | May 17 – August 14 (with opportunities to extend!)
Pay Rate: $475–$525/week (based on experience) | Room & Board Included
Schedule: Sunday–Friday
Reports to: Director of Camping and Outdoor Education
Revision Date: 11-1-2025

Position Summary:

Ready to make this the best summer ever? Looking for a job where you can make a real difference, grow your leadership skills, and have a ton of fun doing it? Join our dynamic summer team as the Day Camp Coordinator!

You’ll be at the heart of the action—leading amazing staff, planning unforgettable activities, and ensuring each camper (and counselor!) has a summer full of laughter, adventure, and memories that last a lifetime. Each week, you’ll oversee around 100 day campers and a stellar team of staff members, making sure every day runs smoothly from check-in to campfire.

If you’re creative, organized, and love working with kids, this is your chance to turn summer into something truly special!

What You’ll Do:

• Be the go-to leader for staff, campers, and activities—jumping in wherever needed to make camp magic happen!
• Oversee all things day camp: schedules, bus routes, check-ins/outs, parent communication, weekly updates, reports, and rosters.
• Facilitate epic camp adventures—think ropes course, target sports, aquatics, and more!
• Support overnight camp operations when needed (yes, more fun under the stars
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities that match our weekly themes.
• Guide and inspire staff through meetings, training, feedback, and good vibes.
• Collaborate with nurses, parents, and staff to ensure campers are supported physically, emotionally, spiritually, and behaviorally.

What You Bring:

• A genuine passion for youth development and the YMCA mission 
• Age 21+ with proven experience working with youth ages 5–15
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• Certified (or ready to be certified!) in First Aid, CPR, Lifeguarding, and Ropes
• A love of the outdoors, a great sense of humor, and a willingness to be silly
• Commitment to safety and holding your team to high standards

Physical Requirements: This is an active, hands-on leadership role! You’ll need to:

• Provide a physical exam from a medical provider
• Be able to see, hear, and speak clearly
• Lift up to 50 lbs and handle physical activity throughout the day
• Move, bend, climb, and work outdoors in all kinds of weather
• Feel comfortable at heights and around water
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Must live on site - shared housing

 Join Us This Summer! This isn’t just a summer job—it’s a chance to lead, grow, and make an impact while having an unforgettable time. If you’re ready to lead with heart, enthusiasm, and creativity, we can’t wait to meet you!