Day Camp Unit Leader (La Central YMCA)

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is looking for a Day Camp Unit Leader to oversee summer camp programs. This role involves leadership, supervision, and ensuring that activities are executed to create a safe and engaging environment for youth. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children and a strong commitment to community values.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth; supervision experience preferred.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office tools required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, oversight, and support to a Summer Day Camp unit.
• Ensure quality supervision and program execution.
• Work hours from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the summer.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College credits preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The La Central YMCA is seeking a Day Camp Unit Leader responsible for providing leadership, oversight, and support to a Summer Day Camp unit to ensure quality supervision and program execution.

Summer Day Camp operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., July through August.

• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• High School diploma or equivalent; college credits preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth; supervision experience preferred.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.