Head Residential MALE Counselor - Summer 2027

YMCA; YMCA Camp Ocoee (TN); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Camp Ocoee in the United States is seeking a Head Male Counselor for Summer 2027 to lead male counselors and collaborate daily with the Program and Leadership Teams to ensure a smooth, positive camp experience aligned with our values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

Responsibilities include guiding counselors, daily camper interaction, equipment prep, and supporting operations, safety, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong background in residential camps or similar youth programs.
• Clear communication skills and comfort speaking in front of groups.
• Understanding of traditional resident camp programs/operations.
• Experience working with youth; leadership experience is a bonus.
• Organized, dependable, and excited to help make Camp Ocoee a great experience for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Guide male counselors to ensure development in their duties and personal well-being, while providing direction and giving feedback as needed.
• Interact with campers and staff daily, being present in the cabin areas, during meals, morning skill areas, cabin centered activities, evening programs and at bedtime.
• Support daily camp activities and elective programs by preparing equipment and ensuring staff have the resources they need.
• Assist with overall camp operations, including scheduling, supervision, and promoting camper safety and well-being.
• Model positive behavior and contribute to a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive camp environment.
• Remain flexible and ready to assist with any tasks or areas where additional help is needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership team.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Age 21 or older

Job description

Join us at YMCA Camp Ocoee as a Head Resident MALE Counselor for Summer 2027!

YMCA Camp Ocoee's Head Male Counselor oversees male counselors and collaborates daily with the Program Team and Leadership Team to create a smooth, positive camp experience. They also serve as a central point of open communication-regularly connecting with campers, staff, parents, and camp leadership to ensure clarity, support, and a strong sense of community, while focused on our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide male counselors to ensure development in their duties and personal well-being, while providing direction and giving feedback as needed.
• Interact with campers and staff daily, being present in the cabin areas, during meals, morning skill areas, cabin centered activities, evening programs and at bedtime.
• Support daily camp activities and elective programs by preparing equipment and ensuring staff have the resources they need.
• Assist with overall camp operations, including scheduling, supervision, and promoting camper safety and well-being.
• Model positive behavior and contribute to a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive camp environment.
• Remain flexible and ready to assist with any tasks or areas where additional help is needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership team.

Qualifications:

• 21 years of age or older required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong background in residential camps or similar youth programs.
• Clear communication skills and comfort speaking in front of groups.
• Understanding of traditional resident camp programs/operations.
• Experience working with youth; leadership experience is a bonus.
• Organized, dependable, and excited to help make Camp Ocoee a great experience for everyone.

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