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YMCA FAMILY CAMP NAWAKAWA Family Camp Counselor in LAC DU FLAMBEAU, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description YMCA Family Camp Nawakwa is now hiring Family Camp Counselors for the 2025 season! Family Camp Nawakwa is one of a handful of quality YMCA Family Camps in the country. Nestled between Big Crooked and little Sugarbush lakes near Lac du Flambeau, WI, our 180 acres of pristine forest, wetlands, and lakes is teaming with wildlife and picturesque views. Open year-round, there\'s endless opportunity for families to explore, learn new skills and make lasting memories together. Leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind and enjoy time together at YMCA Family Camp Nawakwa! Pay range starts at \$640 bi-weekly, housing provided Job Summary and Key Accountabilities: Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Family Camp Counselor is responsible for leading recreational activities with youth and families that stay at Camp Nawakwa. The Family Camp Counselor organizes and promotes activities such as arts and crafts, sports, large group games, music, social recreation, camping and various hobbies to provide campers with experiences that provide support and enrichment, teach life skills and promote wellness of spirit, body and mind. Our staff is the Y\'s greatest asset. Our teams provide valuable skills, knowledge, and passion that is essential to the contribution and positive impact in our communities, which is why we offer Y employees numerous perks and benefits, including: We offer salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and the value you bring to our team. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for eligible employees, along with access to wellness programs, mental health resources, and a family gym membership. Opportunities for continuous learning through workshops and training programs. A supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. Discounts on programs, employee assistance programs, and company-sponsored events. Scope and Responsibilities: Organizes, leads and promotes recreational activities, including but not limited to, arts and crafts, fishing, campfire songs, nature hikes, archery, canoeing, kayaking, tie dye, small and large group activities. Works with the Program Director to create weekly programs to engage campers and provide a variety of experiences for campers of all ages. Shares and leads songs with other counselors during campfires. Teaches socially acceptable behaviors to campers by serving as a role model and by using techniques such as positive reinforcement and behavior modification. Enforces rules and regulations of the facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety. Monitors all campers and intervenes if campers are behaving inappropriately or unsafely. Potentially operates the Camp... For full info follow application link. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/9F4E18BC2B3340F4