Residential Day Camp Director — Lead, Mentor, Live on Site

Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA; Becket (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided on-site

Meals provided on-site

Job summary

Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA is seeking a Day Camp Director to lead our Becket Day Camp team for the summer. You’ll have a full staff of counselors, an assistant director, and waterfront support, with mentorship from an experienced director.

Must be able to live on site and commit to the full summer (June 29 – August 20, 2027). You’ll supervise staff, lead trainings, ensure safety, and maintain camper-centered programming in the Berkshires environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a leadership role in a camp setting or equivalent training.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, recreation, or related field preferred.
• Current driver’s license with clean record required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and supervise camp activities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, positive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to Day Camp staff during training to set up spaces.
• Host staff week as a welcoming lead; give tours and run activities.
• Lead trainings in areas of experience and high confidence.
• Perform administrative tasks such as data entry and printing materials.
• Supervise and coach staff in risk management, camper care, teamwork, safety.
• Ensure high standards in activities, themes, and events; enforce policies.
• Communicate with parents/caregivers and Chief Program Officer.
• Be flexible with scheduling and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Communication

Safety management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA is seeking a Day Camp Director to lead our Becket Day Camp team for the summer. You’ll have a full staff of counselors, an assistant director, and waterfront support, with mentorship from an experienced director.

Must be able to live on site and commit to the full summer (June 29 – August 20, 2027). You’ll supervise staff, lead trainings, ensure safety, and maintain camper-centered programming in the Berkshires environment.