Summer Camp Leader
Department
Day Camps • Youth and Family Programs
Type
Full Time • Seasonal
Season
Summer
Start Date
June 9, 2025
Salary Range
$19.50 – $24 per hour
Hours Per Week
30-40
locations
Multi-Branch
As a Camp Leader at the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, you will play a pivotal role in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for youth during their summer day camp experience. You will lead activities that foster creativity, teamwork, and personal growth, ensuring that each child feels valued and included.
In this role, you will plan and execute a variety of theme-based programs, facilitate group games, and promote healthy habits through physical activity and enrichments. Your leadership and positive energy will inspire children to explore their interests, build meaningful relationships, and develop lifelong skills. Under the guidance of Summer Camp Unit Leaders, you will also ensure the well-being of participants by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining open communication with staff and families.
Summer Camp Program Dates:
- San Francisco: June 9 to August 15, 2025
- San Mateo: June 16 to August 8, 2025
- Marin: June 16 to August 15, 2025
Job Responsibilities
- Facilitate and lead theme-based activities that celebrate cultural, developmental, and individual diversity.
- Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating the YMCA’s core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Enforce safety guidelines, monitor participant activities, and respond promptly to critical incidents.
- Engage youth in physical activities, promoting healthy habits aligned with Healthy Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) guidelines.
- Collaborate with team members to maintain a supportive and effective work environment.
- Communicate effectively with participants, families, staff, and volunteers.
- Participate in all mandatory staff meetings and training sessions (training provided).
- Arrive on time for shifts and adhere to program schedules and operational guidelines.
- Complete all required training, including ADP Training Modules and Y-USA E-Learning, prior to the first shift.
- Follow policies outlined in the YMCA of Greater San Francisco Child and Youth Staff Manual.