Job Description

Description

Make Summer 2026 Unforgettable - Join the Camp Elmwood Team!

Are you ready to spend your summer outdoors, inspiring kids, and making memories that last a lifetime? Camp Elmwood is looking for enthusiastic, creative, and caring counselors who love adventure, teamwork, and helping children shine.

As a Camp Elmwood Counselor, you'll spark imagination, build confidence, and lead unforgettable moments-from the first cannonball at swim time to the cheers at the end of Color War Week. Every day brings something new, and every moment has the power to make a difference.

What You'll Do

• Lead camp activities like sports, arts & crafts, swimming, archery, STEAM projects, and field trips.
• Create a safe, positive, and energetic environment that celebrates YMCA's core values-Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Be a role model and mentor, encouraging campers to try new things, build friendships, and grow in confidence.
• Collaborate with fellow staff to plan creative theme days, games, and adventures that campers will never forget.
• Keep campers safe, engaged, and smiling from morning assembly to closing circle.

Your Summer at a Glance

• June through August: 12 weeks of purpose-driven fun and full-time (40-hour/week) engagement.
• Dynamic culture: Laugh, sing, play, and create alongside a passionate team that loves what they do.
• Personal growth: Develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that will benefit you long after summer ends.
• Meaningful impact: Help campers build confidence, friendships, and a sense of belonging.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to make this summer your best one yet-full of sunshine, laughter, leadership, and lasting impact-apply today to become a Camp Elmwood Counselor with the Hockomock Area YMCA. Let's make Summer 2026 unforgettable... together.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• A positive, energetic attitude and a genuine love for working with kids.
• A team player who leads by example and embraces the YMCA mission.
• Strong communication, creativity, and patience-with the ability to bring the fun while staying focused on safety.
• A commitment to helping every camper feel included, supported, and inspired.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• CPR & First Aid certifications (training provided during onboarding).
• Ability to pass a background check and provide proof of immunizations and physician clearance.
• A strong work ethic, flexibility, and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Day shift,

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