The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As a Teen Trip Staff you will be responsible for leading backpacking and water-based trips for a group of 10-12 teens ages 13-17. If hired for this position, you will live and work in a cabin/yurts, with a co-leader, to provide constructive and responsible leadership. You will also be responsible for developing camper character and values; fosters community, encouraging group leadership, and developing stewardship while facilitating group discussions and activities related to values, leadership, and self-awareness all while providing a quality experience to campers and families.
Starting Wage: $480 to $490 per week, depending on qualifications
Date of Employment: June 9th, 2025 - August 23rd, 2025
Location: YMCA Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA
Benefits:
Free Saturdays
Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
Build lasting connections and employment experience
Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org.
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning.
Minimum 21 years of age.
One or more seasons of related experience required.
Preferred: Experience in leading trip/travel program and/or personal outdoor experience.
Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age appropriate techniques.
Required: Wilderness First Aid or First Responder (must have by the start of staff training).
CPR, First Aid, AED certifications.
Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.
Work with Teen and Trips Director to facilitate teen leadership programs.
Deliver progressive leadership programming, as part of camp’s teen leadership programs.
Supervise, engage and build community with campers.
Lead safe, programmed, skill-building, and fun off-site trips. Maintain awareness and supervision of campers.
Follow guidelines for off-camp trips as explained in the Adventure Manual.
Follow camp safety guidelines; follow National Park/Forest regulations and always abide by “leave no trace” guidelines.
Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
Staff are responsible for understanding, executing, and upholding all camp safety protocols and standards while off-site/on-trail.
Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
Other duties as assigned.