The YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are actively seeking highly engaged, flexible, and service-oriented individuals for seasonal Camp Support Staff positions.
In this position, you will be responsible for providing support in a variety of tasks and programs across camp. This role is a profound opportunity to directly impact the lives of the communities we serve by fostering genuine connections, practicing exceptional hospitality, and creating a safe, positive, and enriching environment where every interaction is meaningful. The Camp Support Staff role will help to create a smooth, welcoming camp atmosphere by stepping in whenever needed to support daily camp life by ensuring the camp community feels connected and supported.
Location: YMCA Camp E.L.K. in Wrightwood, CA
Work Schedule: Seasonal position. Looking for staff who are available to start work immediately.
Purpose and Impact:
- Champion Camper Success:
- Assist across camp programs, activities, and daily routines to help campers feel safe, included, and ready for fun. Provide reliable support whether helping in cabins, during meals, or throughout camp activities to ensure every camper has a positive and memorable experience.
- Promote Safety & Well-Being:
- Maintain safe, clean, and hazard free environments by monitoring environments, reinforcing boundaries, and following YMCA and ACA safety standards. Support healthy camper habits and respond attentively to potential concerns.
- Lead With Integrity & Community Spirit:
- Model honesty, respect, responsibility, and professionalism in every interaction. Uphold camp expectations through dependable teamwork, strong communication, and consistent support for campers and staff throughout each day.
- Support Camp Operations:
- Contribute to smooth camp wide functioning by assisting with program setup, maintenance task, food service, errands, and other needs as they arise. Stay adaptable and ready to help wherever needed to keep camp running effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum Age: 18+ years.
- Certification & Skills:
- First Aid and CPR Certification (will be able to obtain during summer camp staff training).
- Experience working with youth preferred.
- Ability to aid in facilitating an empowering organized program through teaching, encouragement, and support.
- Ability to apply behavior management techniques to ensure a caring, positive, and fun experience for all campers (as covered in staff training).
Benefits & Perks: Invested in You
- FREE YMCA Membership, Classes, and Pool Access.
- FREE Training & Certifications.
- Program Discounts (up to 100% off childcare).
- Retirement Fund, Paid Sick Time.
- Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff.
Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers
Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Skills Required
- Minimum age 18+
- First Aid and CPR certification (may be obtained during staff training)
- Experience working with youth
- Ability to facilitate organized programs through teaching, encouragement, and support
- Ability to apply behavior management techniques
- Pass criminal background check and drug screen
- Authorized to work in the U.S. (participates in E-Verify)
What We Do
The YMCA of Orange County is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, aiming to build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
