Fall Outdoor Environmental Education Program Coordinator Job Camp Orkila Washington USA,Child Care/Nanny

Location: Camp Orkila

Overview OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

SUMMARY

Coordinates overall operation of program and program instructors. Ensures the supervision and safety of campers at all times. Coordinators work with set school or weekend groups to ensure they have an excellent experience. Previous experience working with large groups or managing others in a professional setting is required. Program Coordinators are supervised by Sr. Program Directors and perform other duties as assigned.

This is an Authorized Driver position, read more in the Position Requirements.

The Fall 2026 Season runs from August 22nd to October 12th.

To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online pingandoutdoorleadership.org.

To learn more about Camp Orkila Outdoor Environmental Education, please review this document:

What you'll get from working at The Y

Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs

Compensation:
New hires: $115 / day;
Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season: $123 / day
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Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the third season: $131 / day
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Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for four or more seasons: $139 / day

Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervises a group of campers and staff. Ensures that all staff are accounting for campers and safety at all times.

Plans, schedules, and facilitates program activities that are developmentally appropriate and which promote camper skill and character development, e.g. unit and cabin activities and discovery clinics.

Maintains safety and cleanliness standards. Takes special note of individual camper/staff health needs or concerns on a daily basis. Shares cleaning duties with fellow staff.

Ensures that instructors are planning and organizing activities.

Communicates personal or camper/staff needs to supervisor in a timely manner.

Maintains equipment in sound and safe order.

Serves as program instructor as needed.

Attends meeting and trainings.

Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, program and equipment inspection written documentation, and emergencies.

Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff typically live in either shared cabins with campers, or in shared and housing with staff for the duration of employment. Specific housing depends on position and availability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

POSITION

TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp workweek is five days on and two days off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per…