Camp Kirkwood Camp Counselor

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

Looking for a summer that’s more than just a job? Ready to make lifelong memories, gain leadership skills, and help kids discover their best selves, all while having a blast? As a Camp Counselor at Camp Kirkwood this summer, you will live, laugh, and learn alongside 10–15 campers, serving as their mentor, cheerleader, and role model. You will live onsite at Camp Kirkwood for the duration of the camp season, fully immersed in the camp experience and community.

You will lead exciting activities, inspire personal growth, and create an environment where kids feel supported, confident, and unstoppable.

You will lead activities with campers, work in cabins, and teach camp activities ranging from ropes and archery to swimming and arts. You can share which activities you’re most passionate about. This is your chance to make an unforgettable impact, gain valuable experience, and be part of a community that feels like family.

• Lead and participate in camp activities—think ropes, target sports, aquatics, and beyond.
• Live in a cabin, guide, support, and have fun with 10–15 campers each week.
• Work with activity specialists and directors to deliver creative, engaging programs.
• Provide hands-on supervision and leadership throughout all daily activities.
• Step up to other duties needed to keep camp running smoothly (teamwork).

You won’t just work at camp—you will live camp life to the fullest. Campfires, songs, laughter, challenges, and friendships that last a lifetime. If you’re ready to grow, give back, and have the summer of your life, we can’t wait to welcome you to the team!

At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups

Mission Advancement:
Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration:

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness:
Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Personal Growth:
Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

• At least 18 years of age
• Passion for working with youth and a strong commitment to the YMCA mission
• Experience (formal or informal) leading or supporting kids
• Willingness to earn First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard, or Ropes certifications (we’ll train you!)
• A love for the outdoors, an adventurous spirit, and the ability to laugh and be a little silly—it’s camp

This is an active, outdoor job where every day is an adventure. You’ll need to:

• Provide a physical exam from a medical provider
• See, hear, and speak clearly to ensure camper safety
• Lift up to 50 lbs and engage in active movement throughout the day
• Be in good physical condition to bend, climb, hike, and play in all types of weather and terrain
• Comfortably work at heights and around water
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to…