YMCA Camp Silver Creek - Unit Lead

Overview

JOB TITLE: Unit Lead

DEPARTMENT: Camp (40) - Camp Silver Creek

REPORTS TO: Camp Director

LOCATION: Camp Silver Creek

STATUS: Seasonal

PAY RATE: $684+ DOE/week

Our Culture:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Position Summary

Who We Are:

Since 1938, generations of campers have come to experience the joy and beauty of Camp Silver Creek. Located deep inside Oregon's Silver Falls State Park, historic Camp Silver Creek is a magical place for children and adults alike. Towering evergreens and a stream flow through the camp’s four units. In the center of camp, a beautiful field is perfect for field games and the lake welcomes boaters, fishermen, and even the early morning polar bear swimmers.

We are actively hiring great role models who are energetic, collaborative, and hard working to join the team for this summer.

The Role

Each Unit Lead is responsible for all the staff and campers in one unit at camp: either Bear Creek (ages 7-9), Hillside (ages 10-11), Trickle Falls (ages 11-12), or Hemlock (ages 13-15). The Unit Lead lives in the unit with their staff and campers, spends their days managing and monitoring staff, while providing support for campers’ behavior or other needs.

• Supervises all counselors and unit aides assigned to their unit for the week, ensuring adherence to ACA accreditation standards, health department requirements, and State Park rules and protocols.
• Checks in with unit staff daily, providing support, leadership, and guidance.
• Monitors staff behavior, providing coaching, mentorship, and accountability for responsibilities. Escalates any ongoing concerns to the Camp Director as needed.
• Provides guidance to staff in handling camper situations, particularly those involving behavioral needs.
• Assigns unit staff to weekly duties and ensures they understand their responsibilities.
• Oversees unit-specific programming, including but not limited to:
  Unit Twilights, CHoRR/Values, Cabin Group Time (with counselors), Junior Rags (Bear Creek/Hillside only), Casino (Hemlock only).
• Participates in weekly staff assignments along with the other Unit and Kitchen Directors (with ADs of Programs and Operations).
• Communicates with parents during check-in and check-out days, ensuring a positive and professional experience.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the unit throughout the week and ensures that all cabins, lodges and common areas are cleaned and reset prior to staff departure on Wednesdays and Saturdays to prepare for the next session.
• Ensures the complete clean-out and organization of their unit at the end of the camp season, making sure that all staff understand their responsibilities before departing for the season or attending the banquet.
• Adheres to all State Park requirements, YMCA policies, and regulations to maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all campers and staff.
• Champions and educates campers, staff, and peers on the Leave No Trace principles, promoting environmental stewardship and respect for nature.
• Participates in required mid-season leadership planning and training sessions to support program quality, staff alignment, and end-of-season readiness.

Note:

This job description may not be all inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

Entry Requirements

• At least 18 years of age (21 preferred)
• At least 1 prior summer of overnight camp counseling experience
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach, and mentor a team of counselors…