Camp Program Staff

Ymca Of The East Valley; Angelus Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA Camp Edwards in Angelus Oaks, CA, is seeking a Camp Program Staff member for part-time, hourly work. The role focuses on hosting visiting groups, leading outdoor activities, and delivering safe, engaging camp experiences year-round.

Weekend shifts and some evenings/holidays are required. You will facilitate archery, climbing, high ropes, nature hikes, and arts/crafts while maintaining a welcoming environment and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must enjoy working with people and be comfortable with both children and adults.
• Enthusiastic about outdoor recreation, education, and camp programming.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer-service skills.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Comfortable outdoors in mountain weather and terrain.
• Weekend availability, including some evenings/holidays as programming requires.
• Previous camp/recreation/education experience preferred but not required.
• High school graduate or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Previous experience with children preferably in a resident camp setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visiting groups during their stay at Camp Edwards.
• Lead engaging activities for youth and adult participants.
• Facilitate adventure programs (archery, climbing, high ropes, team-building) based on training.
• Lead outdoor education programs (forest ecology, astronomy, nature hikes).
• Facilitate arts & crafts, campfires, games, and other camp activities.
• Provide clear instruction and adapt to different ages and abilities.
• Maintain safety and follow program procedures and risk-management expectations.
• Set up and store program equipment and areas.
• Serve as a friendly Camp Edwards host for guests.

Skills

People-oriented

Outdoor enthusiasm

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

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Camp Program Staff

P/T Hourly Angelus Oaks, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1248

Salary Range: $17.00 To $20.00 Hourly

CAMP PROGRAM STAFF

• YMCA Camp Edwards in Angelus Oaks, CA
• Position Type: Part-Time, Year-Round, Hourly
• Pay Range: $17-$20 per hour
• Schedule: Primarily weekends, with additional opportunities based on camp programming and group needs

POSITION SUMMARY

Camp Program Staff help bring the Camp Edwards experience to life year-round. This position works directly with the children, families, schools, organizations, and adult groups that visit Camp Edwards, helping create safe, welcoming, and memorable experiences in the mountains.

Program Staff primarily work weekends and are responsible for hosting visiting groups, facilitating activities, and helping guests make the most of their time at camp. This is a great position for someone who enjoys working outdoors, connecting with people, teaching new skills, and creating positive experiences for participants of all ages.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Welcome and assist visiting groups throughout their stay at Camp Edwards.
• Lead engaging, age-appropriate activities for both youth and adult participants.
• Facilitate adventure programs such as archery, climbing, high ropes, and team-building activities, based on training and certification.
• Lead outdoor education programs, including forest ecology, astronomy, nature exploration, and guided hikes.
• Facilitate recreational and creative programming such as arts & crafts, campfires, games, and other camp activities.
• Provide clear instruction and encourage participants of different ages, abilities, and experience levels.
• Maintain a safe environment and follow all YMCA Camp Edwards program procedures and risk-management expectations.
• Set up, inspect, organize, and put away program equipment and activity areas.
• Help groups navigate camp and serve as a friendly, knowledgeable Camp Edwards host.
• Adapt activities based on group size, age, weather, ability level, and group goals.
• Assist with special events, family camps, retreats, school programs, and other year-round programming as needed.
• Work collaboratively with other Camp Edwards staff to provide excellent customer service and a positive camp experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must enjoy working with people and be comfortable working with both children and adults.
• Enthusiastic about outdoor recreation, education, and camp programming.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer-service skills.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Comfortable working outdoors in changing mountain weather and terrain.
• Available to work primarily on weekends, including some evenings and holidays as programming requires.
• Previous experience in camps, recreation, education, outdoor programming, youth development, hospitality, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferably in a resident camp setting
• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: outdoor living, rock climbing, archery, boating, camping, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.…
• Become CPR/First Aid Certified within established YMCA timeline
• Complete YMCA required certification training for program area within established timeline

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

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.
• Must be physically capable of standing for long periods of time, walking, hiking and participating in related camp program activities (i.e. pool, archery, nature hikes, climbing tower, mountain bikes, lake front, arts & crafts, team challenge, group games, twilight activities, chapel, campfire).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more in performance of duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, supervisor, co-workers, subordinates and the general public verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of environments including outdoors and indoors, office and social setting.
• Ability to work outdoors in sun, heat, cold, snow conditions and various weather changes depending on program and season.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

We're looking for people who can be both an activity instructor and a great host. One weekend you might be teaching a group of kids about the forest, and the next you could be helping an adult retreat group conquer the climbing wall or leading families on an evening astronomy program.

The best Camp Program Staff are energetic, dependable, welcoming, safety-minded, and genuinely excited to help people experience Camp Edwards.

Pay: $17-$20/hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and certifications

BACKGROUND CHECK:

• All offers of employment are contingent upon the meeting the minimum Association-requirement(s) established for: employment references, personal references, Fingerprinting (a search of the candidate’s criminal background history), and physical examinations where required.