Day Camp Coordinator

YMCA of Honolulu; Waialua (HI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Free YMCA membership

Referral bonuses

Discounts on programs

Job summary

The YMCA of Honolulu is seeking a Day Camp Coordinator to assist the Day Camp Director with programming, check-in/out procedures, and weekly parent communications. The role ensures rotating counselors are prepared and trained promptly, embodying the YMCA's mission to nurture and develop youth.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, multiple summers in camp settings, and a strong rapport with former supervisors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Lifeguard Certification and Bus Driver Certification preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid required; TB test required.
• Supervisory experience and prior summer camp experience are essential.
• Experience working with children and leading staff is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead age-appropriate learning experiences in group settings.
• Provide supervision of children at all times.
• Supervise and guide Program Aides; ensure under-18 supervision policies.
• Follow all laws and YMCA procedures.
• Assist with homework and promote academic progress.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Prior Summer Camp Experience

Peer Leadership

Experience working with children

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Lifeguard Certification

Bus Driver Certification

CPR/AED & First Aid

TB test

High Ropes Certification

Job description

$410 / Weekly

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Day Camp Coordinator assists Day Camp Director with programming, check in/out procedures, creation of the weekly parent newsletter, and with any behavioral issues that may arise. The Day Camp Coordinator will ensure all rotating day camp counselors are set up for success and will assist the Director in any additional training to be done promptly and effectively. This person must be self motivated and comfortable fulfilling the “see a need, fill a need” philosophy.

This position has housing provided. A great fit for one of the Day Camp positions is somebody with supervisory experience, multiple years of summer camp experience and great rapport with former supervisors. The Coordinator must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 5 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. The Day Camp Director should have experience in leading and motivating staff.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and leads age and developmentally appropriate learning experiences in a classroom or group setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Interacts with children and provides proper supervision of children at all times.
• Provides careful supervision and guidance to assigned Program Aides. Ensures Program Aides who are under 18 years of age are never left alone to supervise or monitor youth participants.
• Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y.
• Provides assistance with homework (depending on program) and encourages academic progress.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferences
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • Bus Driver Certification
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Prior Summer Camp Experience
  • Peer Leadership
• High Ropes Certification required
• Experience working with children
• CPR/AED & First Aid required
• TB test required

COMPENSATION:

$410 / Weekly

POSITION DURATION:
May 15, 2027 - August 1, 2027

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Day Camp Coordinator assists Day Camp Director with programming, check in/out procedures, creation of the weekly parent newsletter, and with any behavioral issues that may arise. The Day Camp Coordinator will ensure all rotating day camp counselors are set up for success and will assist the Director in any additional training to be done promptly and effectively. This person must be self motivated and comfortable fulfilling the “see a need, fill a need” philosophy.

This position has housing provided. A great fit for one of the Day Camp positions is somebody with supervisory experience, multiple years of summer camp experience and great rapport with former supervisors. The Coordinator must have a thorough understanding of the YMCA’s mission and goals, and a desire to work with children between the ages of 5 and 17. Leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor and self-control are all essential. The Day Camp Director should have experience in leading and motivating staff.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans and leads age and developmentally appropriate learning experiences in a classroom or group setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
• Interacts with children and provides proper supervision of children at all times.
• Provides careful supervision and guidance to assigned Program Aides. Ensures Program Aides who are under 18 years of age are never left alone to supervise or monitor youth participants.
• Follows all procedures and standards as established by the law or the Y.
• Provides assistance with homework (depending on program) and encourages academic progress.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferences
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • Bus Driver Certification
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Prior Summer Camp Experience
  • Peer Leadership
• High Ropes Certification required
• Experience working with children
• CPR/AED & First Aid required
• TB test required

Why the Y?

• Free Y membership with employment
• Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
• Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.

Child Protection Commitment:

The YMCA requires all staff to share responsibility for preventing child abuse by upholding professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns. All candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.

*See job opportunities page for full details