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The Summer Camp Coordinator supports the Camp Abe Lincoln Branch Executive in the daily operations of summer camp programs. This role coordinates programming and schedules, mentors and trains summer camp staff, supervises counselors, and leads camp activities including community gatherings, celebrations, and special events. The Coordinator ensures programs align with YMCA values and all safety, policy, and accreditation standards.
What you'll do:
Assist with day-to-day camp operations, program coordination, and scheduling
Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate camp staff and counselors
Ensure program plans, activities, and campfires meet camper needs and outcomes
Monitor staff performance and maintain required records and evaluations
Oversee program areas, supplies, equipment, and daily safety checks
Support camp administration, including registrations and daily business operations
Ensure compliance with YMCA policies, safety procedures, and ACA standards
Promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of campers and staff
Participate in YMCA financial development efforts, including the Annual Campaign
Live in a camp setting and work irregular hours as required
What we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in a YMCA camp or similar program environment preferred
Experience in program development, staff leadership, and camp operations
Certifications
Ability to pass background check
CPR/AED/First Aid and Mandatory Reporter certification (provided at YMCA if needed)
We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and adheres to our mission. Must be able to obtain CPR/AED/FA certification (classes provided through the YMCA) and pass a background check. Prior experience working with children in a camp, school or recreational setting is preferred.
Camp Abe Lincoln is part of the the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley association which is a 4-star rated Charity Navigator employer for over 16 years. "Only 2% of the charities we evaluate have received at least 11 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley outperforms most other charities in America." - Charity Navigator. We have also been voted "Best in the QC" by Locals Love Us several years in a row.
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What you'll do:
Assist with day-to-day camp operations, program coordination, and scheduling
Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate camp staff and counselors
Ensure program plans, activities, and campfires meet camper needs and outcomes
Monitor staff performance and maintain required records and evaluations
Oversee program areas, supplies, equipment, and daily safety checks
Support camp administration, including registrations and daily business operations
Ensure compliance with YMCA policies, safety procedures, and ACA standards
Promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of campers and staff
Participate in YMCA financial development efforts, including the Annual Campaign
Live in a camp setting and work irregular hours as required
What we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience in a YMCA camp or similar program environment preferred
Experience in program development, staff leadership, and camp operations
Certifications
Ability to pass background check
CPR/AED/First Aid and Mandatory Reporter certification (provided at YMCA if needed)
We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and adheres to our mission. Must be able to obtain CPR/AED/FA certification (classes provided through the YMCA) and pass a background check. Prior experience working with children in a camp, school or recreational setting is preferred.
Camp Abe Lincoln is part of the the YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley association which is a 4-star rated Charity Navigator employer for over 16 years. "Only 2% of the charities we evaluate have received at least 11 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley outperforms most other charities in America." - Charity Navigator. We have also been voted "Best in the QC" by Locals Love Us several years in a row.
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