Camp Activity Leader​/Counselor

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 amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, friends, zip-lining, paddle boarding, 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.

Camp Activity Lead/Counselor is responsible for assisting with the planning, leading and implementing program experiences for camp participants in a group setting. They will also be responsible for safety and development, growth and skill achievement of the participants in his/her group.

• Develop intentional relationships with parents and campers that result in campers having fun and making new friends.
• Create an environment that fosters safety through the education of campers using the Y voice attributes and by role modeling safe behavior.
• Implement the established curriculum that achieves the five Cause Measurements goals.
• Effectively communicate with campers, parents, volunteers and leadership using the Y voice attributes and providing feedback when necessary.
• Resolve camper and parent concerns and issues. Follow appropriate incident response procedures.
• Monitor and ensure safety of participants, staff and volunteers in assigned program areas.
• Organize, supervise and facilitate youth in a variety of program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate in outdoor and indoor programing, in a variety of weather conditions.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Preferred High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a camp setting preferred.
• Ability to live on site with campers during scheduled program times.
• Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.

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.

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.

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