Village Leader, Camp Abnaki

Greater Burlington YMCA; North Hero (VT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shared housing

Meals included

Job summary

YMCA Camp Abnaki on the shores of Lake Champlain in Vermont seeks Village Leaders to mentor counselors, plan activities, and keep cabins running smoothly as part of our Camp Leadership Staff. You’ll live on site and help campers have the summer of a lifetime.

Live on site with shared housing and meals included; compensation ranges from $675 to $832.50 per week on a 6-day week, with potential for pre-season and post-season work.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old with one year of college/work experience beyond high school.
• Experience in child development, mentoring, or leadership.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead activities and foster a positive camp culture.
• Patience, empathy, and enthusiasm for working with youth.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Support: Supervise counselors and campers, ensuring a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.
• Plan Epic Activities: Organize village times, cabin activities, and special events that campers will talk about all year.
• Build Connections: Act as a mentor and role model for both campers and staff, fostering a strong sense of community.
• Communicate with Parents: Provide updates on camper experiences, behavior, and any concerns, in partnership with camp leadership.
• Keep Camp Running Smoothly: Manage cabin assignments, schedules, and village logistics.
• Maintain Camp Spaces: Ensure cabins, washhouses, and shared areas are clean and well-kept.
• Stay Engaged & Alert: Actively monitor campers and staff throughout the day, including during Free Time, Village Time, meals, and evening programs to ensure proper supervision.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Job description

Description

Ready to lead, mentor, and create unforgettable camp magic? YMCA Camp Abnaki is looking for Village Leaders to keep the fun rolling and the cabins running smoothly as part of our Camp Leadership Staff. You’ll support counselors, plan epic activities, and make sure campers are having the summer of their lives—all while living on the shores of Lake Champlain. If you can handle campfire singalongs, capture-the-flag showdowns, and the occasional “I lost my shoe in the woods” crisis, this is the leadership role for you!

The contract for this position is from June 11 through August 21. Possibilities of pre-season and post-season work are also available.

Why You'll Love This Job

• Make an Impact: Mentor campers and staff to create a fun, safe, and supportive environment.
• Lead & Inspire: Oversee a village, support counselors, and help run exciting camp-wide programs.
• Live the Adventure: Spend your summer on the shores of Lake Champlain, leading campfires, organizing games, and helping campers grow with shared housing and meals included in compensation.
• Be Part of a Mission-Driven Team: Join a community committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

What You'll Do

• Lead & Support: Supervise counselors and campers, ensuring a fun, safe, and inclusive environment.
• Plan Epic Activities: Organize village times, cabin activities, and special events that campers will talk about all year.
• Build Connections: Act as a mentor and role model for both campers and staff, fostering a strong sense of community.
• Communicate with Parents: Provide updates on camper experiences, behavior, and any concerns, in partnership with camp leadership.
• Keep Camp Running Smoothly: Manage cabin assignments, schedules, and village logistics.
• Maintain Camp Spaces: Ensure cabins, washhouses, and shared areas are clean and well-kept.
• Stay Engaged & Alert: Actively monitor campers and staff throughout the day, including during Free Time, Village Time, meals, and evening programs to ensure proper supervision.

Salary

$675 - $832.50 / week based on 6-day workweek

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 19 years old with one year of college/work experience beyond high school.
• Experience in child development, mentoring, or leadership.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead activities and foster a positive camp culture.
• Patience, empathy, and enthusiasm for working with youth.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for the role and are essential to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Ability to navigate camp property, including uneven terrain and remote areas.
• Visual and auditory awareness to respond to safety hazards.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to promptly and adequately respond to all emergency situations on camp