International Cabin Staff

We have a strong 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.

We have a strong 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.

This is a seasonal exchange program that is located at the various YMCA of Greater Seattle Resident Camps. International Cabin Staff ensure the supervision and safety of campers at all times.

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• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• 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
• Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range:
Minimum $75 / day, maximum $250 / day; camp roles span multiple compensation tiers, and daily pay rates are determined by specific role and years of YMCA seasonal experience.

• Supervises a group of campers. Ensures that all campers are accounted for and safe at all times.
• Facilitates program activities that are developmentally appropriate, and which promote camper skill and character development. Leads and assists with facilitation of all-camp special events.
• Provides leadership and supervision to any developing teen leaders placed with the group.
• Maintains high standards of housekeeping including bathrooms, cabins and main lodge.
• Assists in keeping all program equipment in working condition and available.
• Assists in maintaining all program areas in a safe and orderly condition.
• Communicates personal or camper needs to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintains relevant American Camping Association standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

This job operates in a 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.

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.

The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and…