Resident Camp Leader IV – Camp Jones Gulch YMCA

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Position Summary 

The Resident Camp Leader IV is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and educational environment that fosters personal growth and skill development for campers. Reporting to the Program Director, this role takes on advanced responsibilities, including overseeing larger or more complex camp programs, managing multiple age groups, and providing high-level camper and staff support. Leaders will live in shared cabins, organize schedules, and lead advanced program activities while acting as role models for the camp community. 

As a member of the Camp Summer Leadership Team, the Resident Camp Leader IV mentors junior staff, ensures the quality of camp operations, and serves on an overnight on-call rotation to supervise campers. This role also manages specialized program areas, such as the Climbing Tower, Zip Line, Archery, Canoeing, Hiking, and Arts & Crafts for campers and user groups, while contributing to program planning and improvement. 

Job Responsibilities 

• Provide high-quality customer service and ensure all program participants’ needs are met. 

• Plan and lead engaging, advanced activities that promote personal growth and social skills. 

• Prioritize participant safety by following and reinforcing emergency and safety protocols. 

• Build meaningful relationships with staff, parents, and campers while serving as a role model for professionalism. 

• Foster camper connections with peers, staff, and the YMCA community. 

• Ensure safety, hygiene, and health by enforcing established protocols and educating campers on best practices. 

• Support and guide campers in understanding and appreciating their natural and social environments. 

• Recognize and reinforce personal growth, positive behavior, and skill development among campers. 

• Mentor junior staff and provide performance feedback to enhance staff effectiveness. 

• Take a leadership role in planning and executing camp-wide activities and events. 

• Accurately submit reports, including incidents, health logs, and timecards, on time. 

• Actively participate in cabin, unit, and camp-wide activities, assisting as needed in all program areas. 

• Rotating overnight on-call duties are part of this role and are shared between Camp Leader IIIs and Camp Leader IVs. 

• Ensure compliance with YMCA, ACA, and applicable local, state, and federal standards. 

• Lead staff training sessions and contribute to ongoing improvements in camp programming. 

Requirements 

• Must be 21 years or older. 

• 3 or more years of experience in a resident youth camp setting, including leadership responsibilities. 

• Creativity and expertise in areas such as arts, culture, health, fitness, or the outdoors. 

• Advanced proficiency in supervising and mentoring youth and staff. 

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse ages, backgrounds, and experiences. 

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, including active listening, empathy, and accountability. 

• Current First Aid and CPR certification (must obtain within 30 days of hire). 

Work Environment & Physical Demands 

This role is primarily outdoors, requiring physical stamina, mobility, and the ability to lift equipment, lead activities, and assist campers as needed. Extended periods of standing, walking, and participation in physical activities are expected. Flexibility is required for long, variable hours, including overnight shifts. Meals and lodging are provided for the duration of the summer camp program. 

Disclaimers 

• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties. 

• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed. 

• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. 

Salary Description 

The Resident Camp Leader IV position offers a compensation range of $819.90 weekly salary. This rate is based on salary benchmarking for similar roles and is aligned with grant fund approvals and requirements for the position.