This position is seasonal from May 11, 2026 - August 7, 2026. If you wish to continue employment with the Y after summer camp, you will need to apply with the desired department.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Camp Coordinator is responsible for the overall supervision of all Y Camp program sites and staff. The Camp Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all scheduling, curriculum, and to assure that YMCA standards are met.

KNOW-HOW

This position requires that the applicant be at least 21 of age and have at least one year experience working with children. The person must have an understanding of child development and be able to work as an individual, as well as part of a team. The applicant must be able to provide leadership and be a role model of the YMCA values. The person must show patience towards children, while at the same time demonstrating enthusiasm. This person must be able to work both indoors and outdoors, and have transportation to properly supervise all camp locations. Upon hiring, the position requires training in CPR and child abuse awareness.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for assisting the Youth Program Director in pre-camp program planning and training.
2. Responsible for assisting in planning camp curriculum.
3. Responsible for assisting in creation of daily camp schedules.
4. Responsible for assisting in delegating staff responsibilities.
5. Responsible for supervising program, staff, and campers at the campsite and on field trips.
6. Responsible for dealing with accidents and emergencies that may arise at camp.
7. Responsible for attending weekly staff meetings for the Adventure Camps.
8. Responsible for coordinating camp supplies and equipment amongst all Adventure Camp sites.
9. Responsible for reporting daily attendance figures to the Youth Program Director.
10. Responsible for making sure that the daily sign-in/sign-out sheets have been turned in to the Camp Secretary.
11. Responsible for making sure that the all incident and accident reports are turned in daily to the Youth Program Director.
12. Responsible for continually communicating any needs, concerns, and complaints to the Youth Program Director to assure all issues are immediately addressed.

EFFECT ON END RESULT

When the position duties are fulfilled successfully, the YMCA camping programs will be viewed as a quality day camp that focuses on the safety of children and improves the quality of life in the Champaign County area.

BENEFITS

• Free YMCA membership
• Discount on YMCA programs and merchandise

ABUSE PREVENTION

As a YMCA staff member, you are responsible for ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all members, participants, and colleagues. This includes actively adhering to and promoting the YMCA's abuse risk management policies, which are designed to prevent and address any potential incidents of abuse. You are expected to remain vigilant in recognizing signs of abuse, report any concerns or suspicious behaviors immediately, and participate in required training to stay informed on best practices for safeguarding. Your commitment to these protocols is essential in fostering a trusted, respectful, and secure environment for everyone involved in YMCA programs and services.