Camp Colman Summer Support Staff

YMCA of Greater Seattle; Washington; On-site; USD 17,527 - 20,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Individual membership to the YMCA

Free access to mental health resources

Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)

Housing available onsite at camp

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Washington is seeking Summer Support Staff for Camp Colman. This role involves fostering youth development in a safe environment, performing various camp duties, and ensuring high standards of safety and cleanliness. Ideal candidates are over 18, hold a Washington State Food Handlers Card, and are capable of lifting 50 pounds. The position includes benefits like paid time off, YMCA membership, and onsite housing.

Qualifications

• You are 18 years of age or older.
• Provide excellent customer service and interact with visitors.
• Complete assigned duties with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards.
• Perform camp duties as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Interact with campers and staff during activities.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to understand and communicate in English

Customer service skills

Experience with diverse populations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current Washington State Food Handlers Card

Current state-approved First Aid certification

Current state-approved CPR certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Camp Colman Summer Support Staff role at YMCA of Greater Seattle.

We have a strong commitment to equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Overview

The Camp Colman Summer Support Staff position is a great opportunity to be part of a team committed to building safe and inclusive environments for young people, being positive role models, and creating exciting and engaging activities in a summer camp program - all of which are essential building blocks for fostering youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Duties and positions may include any or all of the following:

• Camp retail store
• Kitchen staff
• Laundry
• Mail
• Maintenance

To help build relationships with other staff that live onsite, this position will participate in camp activities and programs a couple times a week.

To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org.

What You’ll Get From Working At The Y

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
• Housing available onsite at camp

Hiring Range: $95/day, Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season: $102/day, Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for three or more seasons: $110/day.

Responsibilities

What you’ll be doing:

• Adhere to assigned work schedule.
• Perform duties with care and attention to detail.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards.
• Maintain equipment in sound and safe order.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• Interact with a wide variety of visitors, campers, parents, and staff while delivering excellent customer service.
• Act as an office contact for any camp emergencies.
• Manage laundry areas.
• Participate in changeover day activities to ensure a smooth transition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a residential camp, both inside and outdoors. This role may use standard lawn care, kitchen, or office equipment. Staff typically live in either shared cabins with campers, or in shared housing with staff for the duration of employment. Specific housing depends on position and availability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and/or store janitorial and kitchen products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a seasonal exempt position, and staff are paid a daily rate. A typical shift is eight (8) hours with a 30-minute, unpaid meal break. The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. The Summer season typically runs June - September. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.

TRAVEL

This position is required to live onsite at camp. There are no other travel requirements.

Qualifications

You are 18 years of age or older and have:

• Current Washington State Food Handlers Card.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to understand and communicate basic directions verbally in English.
• At hire or at earliest possible training.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current state-approved First Aid certification.
• Current state-approved CPR certification.
• Six months or more related experience or training.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English.

MISSION STATEMENT

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.