Southern District YMCA / Camp Lincoln, Inc.
EAGLES UNIT LEADER - Summer Camp 2026
Southern District YMCA / Camp Lincoln, Inc., Kingston, New Hampshire, us, 03848
EAGLES UNIT LEADER - Summer Camp 2026
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Position Summary:
This seasonal role (June – August 2026) supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Eagle Unit Leader is responsible for the overall day‑to‑day operations of the Eagles Unit, serving campers entering grades K‑2. Duties include managing and evaluating counselors, handling camper behavior management, administrative tasks, and parent communication. The Unit Leader is also a member of the senior staff team and provides high‑level leadership across the entire camp operation, leading by example and inspiring others.
Job Type:
Temporary
Essential Functions
Provide all campers, staff, and families with a high‑quality camp experience through excellent, timely customer service.
Supervise all Eagles counselors and evaluate them with regular verbal check‑ins and formal written coaching cards.
Assign cabins and distribute camper information forms.
Actively supervise staff throughout the day and be present in the Unit during free‑time and lunch.
Enforce all child abuse prevention policies and coach staff throughout the summer.
Communicate with parents regarding camper behavior issues; work with the Camp Director/Assistant Director and Youth Development Coordinator to set behavior contracts as needed.
Ensure communication logs are completed in a timely manner using CampBrain software.
Maintain unit (cabins, buildings, equipment) to a high standard and communicate facility needs to the Facilities Coordinator.
Run bi‑weekly meetings with Eagles counselors.
Remain calm during emergencies and ensure staff conduct accurate drills and emergency procedures.
Assist with special events and summer fundraising campaigns.
Lead essential training sessions during Staff Training week and Senior Staff Retreat.
Build positive relationships with campers, parents, caregivers, counselors, and other senior staff to provide a high‑level experience to all.
Provide effective and timely communication to the Camp Director, Assistant Director, and Senior Unit Leader.
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with campers.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Follow procedures related to managing high‑risk activities and supervising campers.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations; follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years leadership and childcare experience.
Teaching, facilitating, or team‑building experience preferred.
Supervisory and staff‑development experience preferred.
Prior experience working with children preferred.
Familiarity with various outdoor activities.
Strong working knowledge of computers and common programs such as Word and Excel.
Administrative experience.
Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities and support others.
Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
Energetic and positive personality.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
Ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
Ability to respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in emergencies.
Must complete YMCA required training as scheduled.
Must maintain updated certifications (CPR and First Aid/AED).
Must successfully clear FBI and state criminal background checks.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push, pull, bend and kneel regularly.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and act swiftly in emergencies.
Ability to view and enter data on a computer for extended periods.
Southern District YMCA is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of SDYMCA to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information.
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| Southern District YMCA / Camp Lincoln, Inc.
Position Summary:
This seasonal role (June – August 2026) supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Eagle Unit Leader is responsible for the overall day‑to‑day operations of the Eagles Unit, serving campers entering grades K‑2. Duties include managing and evaluating counselors, handling camper behavior management, administrative tasks, and parent communication. The Unit Leader is also a member of the senior staff team and provides high‑level leadership across the entire camp operation, leading by example and inspiring others.
Job Type:
Temporary
Essential Functions
Provide all campers, staff, and families with a high‑quality camp experience through excellent, timely customer service.
Supervise all Eagles counselors and evaluate them with regular verbal check‑ins and formal written coaching cards.
Assign cabins and distribute camper information forms.
Actively supervise staff throughout the day and be present in the Unit during free‑time and lunch.
Enforce all child abuse prevention policies and coach staff throughout the summer.
Communicate with parents regarding camper behavior issues; work with the Camp Director/Assistant Director and Youth Development Coordinator to set behavior contracts as needed.
Ensure communication logs are completed in a timely manner using CampBrain software.
Maintain unit (cabins, buildings, equipment) to a high standard and communicate facility needs to the Facilities Coordinator.
Run bi‑weekly meetings with Eagles counselors.
Remain calm during emergencies and ensure staff conduct accurate drills and emergency procedures.
Assist with special events and summer fundraising campaigns.
Lead essential training sessions during Staff Training week and Senior Staff Retreat.
Build positive relationships with campers, parents, caregivers, counselors, and other senior staff to provide a high‑level experience to all.
Provide effective and timely communication to the Camp Director, Assistant Director, and Senior Unit Leader.
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with campers.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Follow procedures related to managing high‑risk activities and supervising campers.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations; follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years leadership and childcare experience.
Teaching, facilitating, or team‑building experience preferred.
Supervisory and staff‑development experience preferred.
Prior experience working with children preferred.
Familiarity with various outdoor activities.
Strong working knowledge of computers and common programs such as Word and Excel.
Administrative experience.
Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities and support others.
Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information.
Energetic and positive personality.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
Ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
Ability to respond to critical incidents and act swiftly in emergencies.
Must complete YMCA required training as scheduled.
Must maintain updated certifications (CPR and First Aid/AED).
Must successfully clear FBI and state criminal background checks.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push, pull, bend and kneel regularly.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and act swiftly in emergencies.
Ability to view and enter data on a computer for extended periods.
Southern District YMCA is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of SDYMCA to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information.
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