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YMCA Camp Widjiwagan

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Approximate Start Date

Start: 09 May 2023

Approximate End Date

End: 05 Oct 2024

Camp Type

Under-Served

Location

3088 Smith Springs Rd, Nashville, TN 37013

Staff

Total: 160 (25 international staff) aged 18+

Campers

Total: 600 (co-ed camp)

Camp Overview

We are a year round facility specializing in summer camp for youth from different religions, race and gender aged 4-16.

Philosophy - YMCA core values - Respect, Responsibility, Honest and Caring. Practicing a kids and guests first philosophy. Overnight Campers forge friendships, strengthen confidence, sharpen character and create lasting memories on Camp Widjiwagan’s beautiful 320 acres.

Progressive programs allow for new skill orientation each year a camper returns, with specialized activities for each age group and village. Themed and specialty programs such as music camp, Harry Potter, Star Wars and even Minecraft fully immersive camp for 9-15 year olds! Overnight campers come together for every meal and enjoy traditional campfires, songs, night hikes and campouts!

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Do you have the skills they're looking for?

We asked the camp what positions they are looking to fill. Look out for the big thumbs up!

Are you looking to hire General Counsellors?​

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Hmm... What's your role?

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Staff Time Off

24 hours off on weekend, one 6 hour block off during the week and 2 hour rotation time each night.

Staff Qualities

- 4 Core Values (honesty, caring, responsible, and respect)
- Safe
- Fun
- Courteous
- Efficient
- Positive Role Model
- Creative
- Initiative