Navigator Unit Lead Steward - Summer Overnight Camp, YMCA Camp Classen

Join us as the Navigator Unit Lead Steward for campers ages 10-11! This role is more than a job; it's a chance to make a real difference. You will support staff and campers, foster teamwork, and grow your leadership skills in a positive, nurturing environment. Create unforgettable experiences, guide campers to reach their fullest potential, and deepen their connections. We are seeking cause-driven leaders who are committed to our core values and ready for an exciting challenge.

• Plans, organizes, and executes age group activities
• Assists with camper check-in and check-out
• Assists in supervision of campers and oversees the success of the program
• When required, stays in a cabin overnight with campers
• Ensures that campers are taught skills and, when required, teaches activities.
• Encourages growth in spirit, mind, and body and positive character development in all campers and staff
• Ensures the safety, health, and inclusion of all campers
• Oversees the maintenance and cleanliness of cabins for campers and staff
• Plans and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
• Dedication to job, camp participants and the YMCA cause.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Effectively communicates the camp rules, procedures, and schedule to campers, acting as a role model for campers and staff.
• Effectively communicates with parents in a professional manner when needed.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff.
• Supervision during swim time; staff are required to supervise both in and out of the water.
• Maintain appearance of camp through cleanliness and set-up, with a "It's My Camp" attitude.
• Servant leader in doing what they can to help the overall success of camp.
• Have fun!

• Values - Models and teaches the Y’s values.
• Inclusion - Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives.
• Relationships - Builds relationships to create small communities.
• Communication - Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
• Developing Others - Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.
• Quality Results - Holds staff accountable for high‑quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
• Project Management - Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Two or more years of college/trade school or previous experience working with children, preferably in an overnight camp setting.
• Experience working with youth and supervising staff.
• Certifications:
  
  CPR, AED & First Aid.
• Must complete online training prior to arrival at camp.
• Strong desire to work with children in the outdoors.
• Must be able to self-regulate emotions in a fast‑paced community environment.
• A commitment to working with a diverse staff and camper population.
• Enthusiastic, engaged and professional personality.
• Flexible approach to working hours and responsibilities.
• Ability to follow instructions and schedules.
• Experience preferred in at least two or more of the following areas: outdoor living, archery, canoeing, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.
• Previous summer camp experience preferred.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

• Starting pay $400.00 per week.
• Additional compensation for specialized certifications (i.e., lifeguards, ropes, and more).
• Housing is provided for the summer.
• Camp shirts are provided.
• Meals are provided.
• All training certification costs and time are paid for.
• Free laundry facilities.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings. Will require outdoor work during the summer months. May require lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Other, Information Technology, and Management
• Industry: Non‑profit organizations