Job Description

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Camp Teen Leadership Staff to join our team.

Would you like to change lives by providing an amazing experience for every camper?

At Camp Seymour, you get to teach kids self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership – all amidst the fun of campfires, canoeing, archery, talent shows, and meaningful relationships.

As an Camp Teen Leadership Staff, you will provide constructive, responsible guidance, and leadership for a group of campers. If hired, you will spend time with your cabin group on camp property. You will be expected to supervise staff and ensure campers are being safe, making connections, and having a great time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a positive, inclusive environment that fosters fun, safety and meaningful experiences for all campers.
• Work with Assistant Director of Teens and Trips to facilitate teen leadership programs.
• Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp’s teen leadership programs.
• Supervise, engage and build community with campers.
• Lead safe, programmed, skill building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers. Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Staff Manual.
• Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by “leave no trace” guidelines.

Qualifications:

• A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• One or more seasons of related experience required.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
• Required: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.
• Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).

*This is a Residential position that includes room and board.*

Starting Wage: $480 to $510 per week, depending on qualifications

Dates of Employment: June 8th, 2026 - August 21st, 2026

Location: YMCA Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA

Benefits: Seasonal Full-time

• 40 hours/week with Saturday and Sunday’s off
• Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
• Build lasting connections and employment experience
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Qualifications

Camp Teen Leadership Job

The Camp Teen Leadership Staff lives and works in a cabin/yurt, with a co-leader, to provide constructive, responsible leadership and guidance for a group of 10-12 teens ages 13-17. Leads backpacking and water based trips. Develops camper character and values; fosters community, encourages group leadership, and develops stewardship. Facilitates group discussions and activities related to values, leadership, and self-awareness. Provides a quality experience to campers & families focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Represents the YMCA and self in a professional manner of safety and fun.

Key Responsibilities

·Work with Teen and Trips Director to facilitate teen leadership programs.

·Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp's teen leadership programs.

·Supervise, engage and build community with campers.

·Lead safe, programmed, skill building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers. Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Adventure Manual.

·Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by "leave no trace" guidelines.

·Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.

·Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.

·Staff will be responsible for frequent touchpoint cleaning and sanitizing in specific areas.

·Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.

·Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

·A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

·Minimum 21 years of age.

·One or more seasons of related experience required.

·Preferred: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.

·Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.

·Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.

·Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).

·CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.

·Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

·Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

·Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

·Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.

·Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

·Occasionally may need to plan and participate in programming outdoors.

Employee Acknowledgement

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.

This job does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.