Summer Day Camp Coordinator - YMCA CAMP DAKANI

Overview

Make Summer Matter — Lead the Magic

Do you catch yourself singing camp songs in the car? Do you break into a little dance when your favorite song comes on? Do you love the energy of a skit, a big laugh, and creating moments of pure joy? If you can bring the fun and lead with purpose, keep reading — this might be your summer calling.

At YMCA CAMP DAKANI
, we believe summer is more than a season — it’s a bridge to confidence, connection, and lifelong memories. We are seeking an energetic, organized, and people-focused Summer Day Camp Coordinator to help lead our day camp program and support the incredible counselors who bring camp to life each day.

The Summer Day Camp Coordinator provides direct leadership to day camp staff and oversees the daily implementation of programming, safety practices, and camper experiences. This role works under the direction of the Senior Program Director, partnering to ensure programs align with YMCA standards and our mission of nurturing the potential of every child. The Coordinator supervises counselors, supports program quality, maintains safety and compliance, and builds positive relationships with campers, families, and staff.

This role is ideal for a mission-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring staff, and is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and joy-filled experiences for kids and families.

As the Day Camp Coordinator, you’ll serve as a key on-site leader — ensuring daily operations run smoothly, staff feel supported, and campers experience the fun, belonging, and growth that define the Dakani experience.

Our culture:
In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

• We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
• We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
• We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
• We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
• We are determined: we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

All candidates will exhibit the following qualities: model the core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility. Have an attitude of service and uphold a high standard of integrity daily. The mission of the YMCA Camp Dakani is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Are you the cause-driven leader we have been looking for at YMCA Camp Dakani? If so, apply today!

• Leadership & Staff Support:
  Supervise, coach, and support Summer Camp Counselors; foster a positive team culture rooted in encouragement, accountability, and growth; assist with staff training, daily briefings, and performance feedback; serve as a role model of YMCA values and Dakani culture.
• Program & Operations:
  Ensure daily schedules and activities are implemented safely and effectively; support planning and execution of engaging, age-appropriate programs; maintain accurate camper counts and staff ratios; ensure sites are safe, organized, and well-equipped; assist with activity planning and curriculum support; follow YMCA policies including child abuse prevention and emergency procedures; monitor camper wellbeing, incident reporting, and risk management practices; ensure programs meet state and YMCA standards.
• Relationships & Community:
  Build positive relationships with campers, families, and staff; maintain open communication with parents and guardians; help create a welcoming environment where every child belongs; support camp events, theme days, and all-camp experiences.

• Cause-Driven Leadership
  
  Competencies:
  
  Values, Inclusion, Relationships, Communication, Developing Others, Quality Results, Project Management.

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED and have 12 hours of elementary education or child development coursework or at least 2 years’ experience working with children.
• Passion for working with youth and a commitment to supporting the YMCA mission…