Overnight Summer Camp Unit Leader - Camp Marston

YMCA; California; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Overnight Camp Unit Leader to manage and supervise a specific unit of their overnight camp program. This role involves planning and overseeing unit operations, ensuring safety, and providing leadership to staff and campers. You will create a nurturing environment, develop engaging activities, and support the professional growth of your team. Join a dynamic organization dedicated to fostering youth development through inclusive and enriching camp experiences. If you are passionate about working with youth and leading a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience working with youth in camp settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement summer programming for the overnight camp.
• Provide staff support and supervision, including training and evaluation.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Supervision

Recreational Games

Outdoor Education

Team Building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Recreation

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

Overnight Camp Unit Leader

Responsible for the overall management and supervision of a specific unit of the overnight camp program, providing leadership and stability for program continuity. Plan and oversee Unit operations, including the creation and implementation of staff training and scheduling. Develop and evaluate classes and activities to maintain a dynamic and well-received program. Responsible for monitoring and supervising staff in unit, ensuring the safety of all children at camp, leading a group in activities daily, assisting in overall camp operations, participating in planning and implementing quality YMCA programming and serving as a positive role model to both campers and staff.

Season dates: May 25 - August 8, 2025

Explorers - support Counselors and Campers in our Explorers Village, ages 7 to 9

Challengers - support Counselors and Campers in our Challengers Village, ages 10 to 12

Pathfinders - support Counselors and Campers in our Pathfinders Village, ages 13 to 15

Adventurers - lead trips and support Counselors and Campers in our Adventurers Village, ages 13 to 15

LIT/CA - help build leadership skills among our teen campers

Waterfront - supervise lifeguards and enforce waterfront policies, prioritize water safety

Health Center - responsible for distributing medications & providing first aid to campers

Photographer - capture the magic of camp and upload daily to share with friends and family

Master of Fun & Games - plan all camp activities and facilitate camp achievement program

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement summer programming for a specific unit of the overnight camping program; ensuring the environment is inclusive, nurturing and welcoming for all staff and participants.
• Provide staff support and supervision; including the training, evaluation and professional development of the team in a positive, supportive and motivational way.
• Contribute to planning and implementation of the daily program in accordance with YMCA policies, and ACA standards; including leading camp orientations, organizing schedules and cabin lists.
• Create an age-appropriate environment, which allows for and fosters creativity and individuality in the campers and staff.
• Ensure program areas in camp have adequate supplies and are in good safe operating condition.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of investment in camp by actively supporting the cleanliness of facilities, care of equipment and supplies, and stewardship of the natural environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree in education, recreation, related field, or equivalent education and experience preferred.
• Minimum (2) years of experience working with youth in Overnight Camp, Day Camp or like setting.
• Ability to lead campers in at least 4 of the following areas: recreational games, drama, crafts, outdoor education, songs, sports, aquatics, team building or science.
• Staff supervision experience preferred.
• Must be able to live on-site during program season.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
• Ability to supervise and work with groups of campers ages 7-17, as well as parents and staff of diverse populations.
• Ability to adequately observe participants’ activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
• Physical ability to lead, teach and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills including: standing, hiking and/or climbing for long periods of time.
• CPR and First Aid certification required prior to working with participants and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $99.23 - USD $104.23 /Day