YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
Summer 2026 Family Camp Aquatics Coordinator
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, Twin Lake, Michigan, United States, 49457
Summer 2026 Family Camp Aquatics Coordinator
The Aquatics Coordinator facilitates and supervises the day-to-day operation of the waterfront programs at YMCA Family Camp Pinewood.
Pay is $730 bi-weekly, housing & meals provided
Benefits
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.
What You’ll Do
Organize interesting and safe programs that meet the camper's needs.
Train staff in pool/waterfront safety standards and emergency procedures.
Maintain high levels of safety standards and enforce strict safety standard rules at aquatic areas.
Maintain high levels of lifeguard duty; pull any staff person not upholding those high standards.
Assist with the overall functions of the camp daily schedule.
Responsible for the overall safety and cleanliness of all aquatic areas and its equipment.
Assist to supervise counselors.
Organize and teach waterfront search and supervise practice drills.
Responsible for security of the aquatic areas.
Supervise camp staff working the aquatic areas.
Supervise and organize additional aquatic activities, i.e., swim parties, blobbing, etc.
Responsible for aquatic keys loaned out to staff wanted to swim on time off.
Report all injuries and complete required forms to the Operations Director.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Assist in keeping the camp looking nice, pick up litter.
Deal with any staff management issues promptly – You are committing to report any staff issues to the Camp Director immediately. You are expected to not ask your staff do anything that you would not do yourself.
Evaluate camper swimming ability at the beginning of every session.
Initiate a strict and efficient water safety program for the entire camp in keeping with the American Camping Association, YMCA, and Red Cross requirements.
Serve as a positive role model for staff and campers, setting an example of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Follow opening and closing procedures for all aquatic areas, ensuring they are locked up and secured while not in use.
Provide leadership to staff training.
Assist in conducting mid-summer and end summer evaluations for counselors.
Plan and implement camp waterfront programs and activities.
How You’ll Do It
At least 1-year aquatics and supervisory experience.
Must have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications, or a willingness to obtain upon hire.
Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements for job certification.
Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations to assure the safety of all swimmers.
Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description.
Ability to communicate and work with all ages of campers and skill levels.
Reasons to work at the Y
Be part of a team that cares about one another.
Make a difference. Contribute to building a better, stronger community for all.
When you work here, you will find opportunities to try new things. Every day is something new.
YMCA Membership, discounted programs, and much more!
Child Abuse Prevention
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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Pay is $730 bi-weekly, housing & meals provided
Benefits
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.
What You’ll Do
Organize interesting and safe programs that meet the camper's needs.
Train staff in pool/waterfront safety standards and emergency procedures.
Maintain high levels of safety standards and enforce strict safety standard rules at aquatic areas.
Maintain high levels of lifeguard duty; pull any staff person not upholding those high standards.
Assist with the overall functions of the camp daily schedule.
Responsible for the overall safety and cleanliness of all aquatic areas and its equipment.
Assist to supervise counselors.
Organize and teach waterfront search and supervise practice drills.
Responsible for security of the aquatic areas.
Supervise camp staff working the aquatic areas.
Supervise and organize additional aquatic activities, i.e., swim parties, blobbing, etc.
Responsible for aquatic keys loaned out to staff wanted to swim on time off.
Report all injuries and complete required forms to the Operations Director.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Assist in keeping the camp looking nice, pick up litter.
Deal with any staff management issues promptly – You are committing to report any staff issues to the Camp Director immediately. You are expected to not ask your staff do anything that you would not do yourself.
Evaluate camper swimming ability at the beginning of every session.
Initiate a strict and efficient water safety program for the entire camp in keeping with the American Camping Association, YMCA, and Red Cross requirements.
Serve as a positive role model for staff and campers, setting an example of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Follow opening and closing procedures for all aquatic areas, ensuring they are locked up and secured while not in use.
Provide leadership to staff training.
Assist in conducting mid-summer and end summer evaluations for counselors.
Plan and implement camp waterfront programs and activities.
How You’ll Do It
At least 1-year aquatics and supervisory experience.
Must have current YMCA or American Red Cross certification as well as current First Aid, AED, CPR and Oxygen Administration certifications, or a willingness to obtain upon hire.
Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person and meet other physical requirements for job certification.
Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations to assure the safety of all swimmers.
Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
Ability to meet physical requirements based on job description.
Ability to communicate and work with all ages of campers and skill levels.
Reasons to work at the Y
Be part of a team that cares about one another.
Make a difference. Contribute to building a better, stronger community for all.
When you work here, you will find opportunities to try new things. Every day is something new.
YMCA Membership, discounted programs, and much more!
Child Abuse Prevention
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor.
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children.
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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