2024 Summer Day Camp Counselor

YMCA Camp Y-Koda, Sheboygan Falls, WI

Our camp counselors are assigned and lead a different group of children (between ages 4-16) each week and follow a pre-planned weekly schedule. We have many activities at Camp Y-Koda including, but not limited to: Archery, BB Guns, Sling Shots, a High Ropes Course, lake with kayaks & canoes, a small swimming pool, arts & crafts center, gaga ball and so much more. Our 80-acre property is a branch of the Sheboygan County YMCA. Our summer program is 95% outdoors rain, shine or snow! For more specific information please read below.

Typical Work Schedule

• Mondays - Fridays with hour primarily between 8:00am - 4:30pm.
• June 10 - August 30, 2024 (12 weeks total)
• Paid Training begins after Memorial Day (Monday-Fridays)
• We have ONLY one weekly Thursday sleepover which runs into Friday (the only time we bring out the s'mores!)
• We offer a service to families for “Extended Care” which means some staff could be assigned to additional duties outside of our primary hours. These extra assigned duties start at 7:00am and may end as late as 5:30pm.
• All Certifications are offered as part of training and we will pay you to take these for your role with us!

Experience, Education and Qualifications

• Due to being a licensed day camp with Wisconsin, all counselors must be age 18 before working with a group of participants. Minimum of 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or able to provide transcripts.
• Have a current CPR, First Aid or AED Certification? Awesome! If you do not, no worries as we will get you certified for your role.
• Interested in leading water-based camps? We will get you lifeguard certified for your role!! (More opportunities within the summer with this certification with us).
• Excellent verbal and communication skills!
• A passion for working outdoors and working with children.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions such as rain or 70-90 degree weather.
• Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but not limited to: row boating, lawn games, building campfires, swimming, team building exercises, physical games and activities.
• Willing to get a background check with the state.

**Since we are a Day Camp only, we do not offer room, board or transportation to/from work each day.

To get a potential interview with us, the YMCA requires all interested applicants to complete the YMCA Employment application online.