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At YMCA Camp Potawotami, you’ll discover more than a job; you’ll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. While working at YMCA Camp Potawotami, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences in the lives of those around you. YMCA Camp Potawotami has provided friendship, fun, and a character-building camping experience in a beautiful, safe environment for over 100 years. Located about 40 miles north of Fort Wayne on the shores of Blackman Lake, Camp Potawotami has over 210 acres of woodlands, meadows, wetlands, and hiking trails. Camp is looking for mature, fun, and creative Cabin Leaders for the 2025 Summer Season. Cabin Leaders work with campers to increase their sense of accomplishment and belonging while they learn about positive character traits and values. Staff in this role will: Facilitate excellent camp programs, lead campers and fellow staff, keep camp safe, and make camp memorable for all participants. If you’re looking for a purpose, you don’t have to look any further.
Job Responsibility:
Lead: Live with fellow staff members and live with 10-12 campers of a similar program age for week-long overnight experiences for campers ages 6-16. You will be a friendly, caring leader and role model at camp. You will maintain the camp’s safety and procedures while embracing the ‘controlled chaos’ whenever possible
Collaborate: The voice of everyone at camp matters. You will work with diverse staff and campers to create an inclusive, engaging experience
Create: Create fun, unique experiences for our campers. You will be encouraged to create and implement new activities and/or programs with the assistance of the Program Director
Hospitality: With a “Camper First” philosophy, you will create a welcoming, supportive environment for all campers. You will learn to create ‘magic’ and a sense of belonging in everything you do
Support: Supporting campers and staff alike to create an equitable experience. Camp is for all, and some folks need extra support to get the most out of camp
Activities: Cabin Leaders also receive training for and teach activities at camp. Activities include but are not limited to canoeing, teambuilding, rock climbing & high ropes, arts & crafts, survival skills, archery, sports, swimming, photography, mountain biking, BBs, and games.
Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Knowledge about the outdoor environment with the ability to plan and organize activities that show spontaneity, creativity, and flexibility
Willing and able to receive training to provide a safe and fulfilling summer camp experience
Must be comfortable communicating with parents and enjoy working with children
Promote and incorporate the YMCA's core values and mission into all aspects of the job and community
Team player who can fulfill all demands in spirit, mind, and body as an instructor
Positive, service-oriented attitude serving diverse groups of campers in regard to age, ethnicity, gender, race, economic status, religion, etc.
Nice to have:
At least one year of working with children and/or youth is preferred
Experience in education, youth work, or recreation and certifications in First Aid, CPR, and lifeguarding are a plus.