Seasonal Outdoor SEL Instructor — Overnight Camps

Sherman Lake YMCA; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site housing

$75-$100/day, pending certifications

Free YMCA membership

Access to mental health supports

$500 recruitment referral bonuses

Job summary

Sherman Lake YMCA's Integrated Education program is seeking Instructors to guide overnight cabin groups and help students reconnect, celebrate successes, and grow social-emotional learning through hands-on outdoor activities. Lead 2–4 night sessions, facilitate climbing, archery, kayaking, and nature activities with a SEL focus, and model YMCA values in a supportive, inclusive environment.

We offer free on-site housing, a daily stipend of $75–$100 (depending on certifications), access to YMCA

Qualifications

• Must be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Lead & supervise overnight cabin groups (2–4 nights/week).
• Facilitate outdoor/camp activities with a SEL lens: climbing, archery, fire building, kayaking, nature, team-building. Training is provided!
• Create a safe, inclusive environment and model YMCA values (Honesty, Caring, Respect, Responsibility)
• Work closely with a collaborative 20+ member instructor team

Skills

Outdoor skills

Facilitation skills

Public speaking

Time management

Teamwork

Tools

Ropes

Lifeguarding

Fire building

Job description

Sherman Lake YMCA's Integrated Education program is seeking Instructors to guide overnight cabin groups and help students reconnect, celebrate successes, and grow social-emotional learning through hands-on outdoor activities. Lead 2–4 night sessions, facilitate climbing, archery, kayaking, and nature activities with a SEL focus, and model YMCA values in a supportive, inclusive environment.

We offer free on-site housing, a daily stipend of $75–$100 (depending on certifications), access to YMCA