Camp Kirkwood Summer Crew

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ever wonder what it takes to make camp the best place to be? Join our Crew Team—the behind-the-scenes heroes who make camp run smoothly, safely, and full of fun. As a Crew member, you’ll get hands-on experience in everything from maintenance and programming to kitchen support and admin tasks. You’ll play a vital role in helping campers and staff have an unforgettable summer—while building leadership, teamwork, and professional skills that will serve you for years to come.

If you love being outdoors, working with others, and learning new skills, this is the perfect opportunity to be part of something bigger, make a difference, and have a blast doing it!

Essential Functions

• Jump in and help across Administration, Maintenance, Programming, and Kitchen operations.
• Team up with activity specialists and directors to support camp programs and events.
• Live in a cabin with youth while helping supervise youth during activities, cabin time, and lend a hand to staff where needed.
• Contribute to a positive, energetic camp community where everyone belongs.
• Take on additional projects or duties as assigned by the director because teamwork makes the dream work.

Crew members are the heart of camp life, keeping everything running while having an absolute blast. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience, develop leadership and teamwork skills, and make friendships that last a lifetime. If you’re ready to learn, laugh, and lend a hand to make camp amazing, we can’t wait to welcome you to the team!

At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups

Mission Advancement:
Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration:

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness:
Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth:
Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 17 years or older.
• A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and a passion for the YMCA mission.
• A willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges.
• Willingness to earn or hold First Aid, CPR, or Lifeguard certifications (we’ll help train you).
• A sense of humor, a love of the outdoors, and a desire to make a real impact.

Being part of the Crew means staying active and ready for anything. You’ll need to:

• See, hear, and speak clearly for safety and communication.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Be in good physical health, able to bend, climb, walk, and work outdoors in all kinds of weather.
• Understand and follow both written and verbal directions.
• Be comfortable working at heights and around water.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with…