Stevens Point Area YMCA (Business) YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow (June – August – No mail delivered at this location)

1000 Division Street 9289 Pavelski Road

Stevens Point, Wisconsin 54481 Nelsonville, WI 54458

715-342-2980 www.spymca.org 715-824-5267 www.glacierhollow.com

SUMMER CAMP JOB ANNOUNCEMENT/DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Overnight or Day Camp Counselor/Naturalist

REPORTS TO: Overnight Camp/Day Camp Coordinator

DATE: Summer 2023

Join us at beautiful YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow, near Stevens Point, Wisconsin for a summer of fun and growth! YMCA Camp

Glacier Hollow offers a variety of Overnight and Day Camps for youth ages 7-17. We are dedicated to providing a safe, fun, and

small group environment which develops the spirit, mind, and body of each individual, both campers and staff alike! Camp is

nestled just 14 miles east of Stevens Point in beautiful central Wisconsin on Lake Elaine. Typical camp operations see between

55-65 day campers, and 8-25 overnight campers.

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Overnight and Day Camp Counselors/Naturalists are the primary care providers and mentors for our campers. Counselors are

responsible for individualized camper care, carrying out overall camp program operations, teaching traditional camp and

environmental education activities, maintaining program equipment and general facility cleanliness.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Overnight and Day Camp Counselors/Naturalists must be at least 18 years of age. Training and/or experience in one or more of

the following areas are desired: camp counseling, teambuilding, experiential education, environmental education, outdoor

adventure/recreational activities, waterfront supervision, arts and crafts, campfires, and field sports. Preference will be given

to applicants who have completed college course work or a degree in camp management, environmental education, education,

recreation or related fields. Previous leadership experience and/or desire to work with youth and teens is required. Must be a

positive role-model, flexible, energetic, dedicated and a responsible team player. CPR and first aid certifications are required

(on site training available). Lifeguarding certification a plus and increases salary. Some online pre-camp training may be

required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to lead and participate along with groups of campers in various physical activities and in various indoor/outdoor

settings. Such activities include traditional camp activities, canoeing, teambuilding, swimming, and other sports and activities.

Prior to work all staff will be required to provide a Physician-signed health examination and complete a fingerprint background

check.

WAGES:
Pay starting at $435 per week (depending on experience and qualifications) from approximately May 21—September 1, 2023.

Room and 3 meals/day are provided during staff training, for overnight camp staff and for day camp overnights. Lunch provided

for all day camp staff.

WORK SCHEDULE:

The Stevens Point Area YMCA has a full schedule of programs during the summer months, including programs that continue on

some weekends and holidays. Typical schedule for Counselors/Naturalists is Mon—Fri (Day Camp) or Sun—Fri (Overnight Camp)

with flexibility and will include day, evening, some overnight and weekend times. A schedule will be arranged in advance.

APPLICATIONS:

Positions will be filled as qualified applicants are identified. For more information and application forms, please contact: Stevens

Point Area YMCA, 1000 Division Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481, (715) 952-2980. Applications are accepted online at

www.spymca.org/jobs.