Summer Day Camp Lead & Activities Coordinator

YMCA of Southeastern NC; Willard (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA Membership

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development

Retirement Benefits

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is seeking a Day Camp Coordinator to lead an energetic team, plan engaging activities, and ensure a memorable summer for around 100 day campers each week. You’ll manage check-ins, rosters, and weekly updates while keeping safety and fun at the forefront.

Ideal candidates are creative, organized, and enjoy working with kids. On-site housing is available, with a focus on strong leadership, teamwork, and a heart for youth development.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for youth development and the YMCA mission.
• Age 21+ with proven experience working with youth ages 5–15
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• Certified in First Aid, CPR, Lifeguarding, and Ropes
• A love of the outdoors, a great sense of humor, and willingness to be silly
• Commitment to safety and holding your team to high standards

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to leader for staff, campers, and activities—jumping in wherever needed to make camp magic happen.
• Oversee all things day camp: schedules, bus routes, check-ins/outs, parent communication, weekly updates, reports, and rosters.
• Facilitate epic camp adventures—think ropes course, target sports, aquatics, and more!
• Support overnight camp operations when needed (yes, more fun under the stars).
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities that match our weekly themes.
• Guide and inspire staff through meetings, training, feedback, and good vibes.
• Collaborate with nurses, parents, and staff to ensure campers are supported physically, emotionally, spiritually, and behaviorally.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Outdoor activity planning

Child safety awareness

Education

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Lifeguarding certification

Ropes course certification

Tools

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Lifeguarding certification

Ropes course certification

Job description

The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is seeking a Day Camp Coordinator to lead an energetic team, plan engaging activities, and ensure a memorable summer for around 100 day campers each week. You’ll manage check-ins, rosters, and weekly updates while keeping safety and fun at the forefront.

Ideal candidates are creative, organized, and enjoy working with kids. On-site housing is available, with a focus on strong leadership, teamwork, and a heart for youth development.