Camp Overview
YMCA Camp Potawotami is looking for mature, fun and creative staff for the 2022 Summer Season. Camp Counselors work with campers to increase their sense of accomplishment and belonging, while they learn about positive character traits and values.
Counselors live with fellow staff members and 10-12 campers of a similar program age, for a week-long overnight experience for campers ages 6-16.
An important part for their role is to make a positive impact on campers by leading them in a fun interactive camping experience as they participate in skill classes and cabin activities. They serve as role models, teachers, parents, nature guides, entertainers, and inspirations at camp that fosters a fun, safe and memorable experience of camp.
STAFF TIME OFF
2 hour break each day. One long night off per week from 5pm- 10pm. Most of our sessions end Friday night at around 8pm and we return to work at 11:30am on Sunday to prepare for the next session.
STAFF QUALITIES
YMCA Camp Potawotami staff are committed to providing a positive experience for each camper. Our summer staff are selected carefully to ensure that we have a diverse group of skilled and responsible counselors who care about children.
Many counselors are college students in education or related social service fields. Before the campers arrive, the entire staff is trained in safety, counseling techniques such as conflict resolution child development, bullying prevention, and camp policies and procedures and instilling the values of YMCA Camp Potawotami. Our insistence on the highest standards ensures that we can keep our promise of a fun, high quality experience for our campers.
