Summer Camp Counselor - Salem YMCA

Ready for the Ultimate Summer Job? Join YMCA Summer Camps 2026!

STARTING PAY: $17/hour

Looking for a fun, rewarding summer job that makes a real impact? The Salem YMCA is hiring Camp Staff for Summer 2026, offering both traditional outdoor and innovative indoor specialty camps!

Don't forget, NO NIGHTS & WEEKENDS!!!

Locations & Programs:

Forest River Park - Camp Harbor Quest (Ages 5-13):

Experience the great outdoors! Campers enjoy sports, arts & crafts, swimming, kayaking, and more. Be part of a traditional day camp where summer memories are made daily.

Salem YMCA - Specialty Indoor Camps:

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  Tinkergarden & Little Tinkers (Ages 5-6): Hands-on, STEAM-based programs fostering curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving.

  
  
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  LEGO, VIBE, Pottery, Theatre, Music & Media: Creative arts programs designed to inspire imagination, skill-building, and collaboration.

  
  

Your Role:

As a Camp Counselor, you will:

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  Lead engaging activities and adventures, indoors or outdoors.

  
  
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  Support campers' growth, learning, and confidence.

  
  
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  Ensure a safe, fun, and positive environment.

  
  
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  Bring energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to every camper's day.

  
  

Why Join Us:

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  Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills that shine on your resume.

  
  
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  Make lifelong friendships while creating unforgettable summer experiences.

  
  
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  Receive a FREE YMCA membership with access to fitness facilities, programs, and more.

  
  
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  Gain experience working with youth, problem-solving, and program delivery-perfect for college students, educators, and anyone passionate about youth development.

  
  

Application Instructions:

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  Provide at least 3 personal or professional references.

  
  
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  Complete your application online and confirm submission.

  
  

Be part of an exciting summer where you can lead, inspire, and make a difference-apply today for YMCA Summer Camps 2026!

If you are looking to expand your resume and develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, this may be the summer job opportunity for you!

• Camp Counselors must be a minimum of 16 years of age
• Preferred work schedule is Monday-Friday (5 days) throughout the camp season, 8am-5pm
• Must have reliable transportation to ensure the ability to commute to and arrive at camp on time daily
• Mandatory Spring training will be required - save the date of May 16th, 2025

***Please note that additional documents and training will be required upon employment.***

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran's status.