Summer Day Camp Unit Leader

Overview

Lead the Adventure, Inspire the Future:
Be a Summer Day Camp Unit Leader at Foglia YMCA for Summer 2026!

At the Y, we create an exciting, safe camp environment for kids and staff to have an unforgettable summer. While campers participate in unique experiences and adventures, our Summer Day Camp Unit Leaders develop leadership skills and confidence while making lasting friendships and memories.

Pay starts at $18.45 per hour, Monday-Friday schedule

The Summer Day Camp Unit Leader serves as a professional role model by overseeing and monitoring recreational activities in their assigned groups, guiding campers and counselors, and leading through example.

• Competitive salaries reflecting your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, plus wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, with flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• 403(b) plan with company contributions for eligible employees after 2 years of service.
• Continuous learning opportunities through workshops and training programs.
• Supportive work environment valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events.

• Promote the YMCA, provide excellent customer service and create an outstanding camper experience for children, parents and families.
• Lead recreational activities with campers, including arts and crafts, sports, social recreation, songfests, nature hikes, archery, and other games and hobbies.
• Instruct campers using various teaching methods and modify activities as needed to engage campers of all ages and experience levels.
• Teach socially acceptable behaviors to campers by modeling and using age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
• Communicate consistently with supervisors, team leaders, unit leaders and other team members to keep everyone informed of camp activities and schedules.
• Support camp activities as assigned by supervisor, including any specialty camp activities.
• Ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of campers by being safety conscious, following YMCA standards and evaluating situations for potential risks.
• Ensure compliance with established rules and regulations to ensure safety.
• Monitor campers and counselors and provide corrective coaching and intervention as necessary.
• Set up facilities and/or equipment for activities and store equipment appropriately after use; keep camp facilities clean at all times.

• A commitment to and a passion for working with diverse youth.
• Enjoy being outdoors, are creative and not afraid to work and play hard.
• Experience in camping, childcare, education, recreation, sports or related fields is a plus but not required.
• You will be 19 years of age or older by the start of camp.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present ideas and tailor communication to multiple audiences.
• Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide high-quality instruction using age-appropriate practices.
• Proven ability to establish constructive relationships and interact as a positive role model.
• Continuous learner who leverages opportunities for learning and applies new knowledge and skills.
• Meets physical qualifications as outlined in the job description.
• The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

• Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by reporting items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor.
• Follow policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including monitoring and supervision of children.
• Report any suspicious behavior and violations of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
• Complete all required child abuse prevention training.

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them.
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to take on more responsibility.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.