SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

Being on staff at Camp Y-Koda is an opportunity to make a tremendous impact on lives of hundreds of children who visit us. Not only that, but we get to spend most of the time outdoors in the beauty of Eastern Wisconsin developing lasting friendships, learning important life skills, and getting to play and have fun!

 

2024 AVAILABLE POSITIONS
  • Summer Day Camp Counselor - all counselors must be age 18 to work with the participants for this role. 
  • Summer Camp Lifeguard - must be age 16 to apply (15 year olds are welcome to apply, as you must be age 16 before working with children)
  • Volunteer Assistant Counselor - must be age 14 to apply (13 year olds are welcome to apply, as you must be age 14 on the starting date of volunteering with us)

**To learn more about a position, details are provided below.

**Can't work the entire 12 weeks of summer in a row but could do 8 or 10 weeks?! We encourage you to apply still!

**Have other obligations until July? We encourage you to apply still as we are quite flexible!

2022 - Summer Camp Staff Photo

HOW TO APPLY

Complete our online job application for below. By submitting your application for summer employment with us you are committing to our "Camper First" philosophy. The camper's physical and emotional needs always come before everything else while you are on duty at camp. 

  • Staff Dates: June 10 - August 30, 2024 (Monday - Fridays Only and Thursday Camp Sleepover)
  • Staff Training: May 28 - June 7, 2024 (All staff required to attend; Monday - Fridays Only)
  • Lifeguard: TBD pending pool availability and pending how many need training

 

Summer Application Form - Apply Now!! 

2024 Summer  DAY Camp Counselor

A Better US starts with YOU! Be a child's hero this upcoming summer! Now accepting applications for 2024.

We are looking for compassionate individuals who want to impact youth, be adventurous, and embrace the spirit of camp.

Our camp counselors are assigned and lead a different group of children (between ages 4-16) each week and follow a pre-planned weekly schedule. We have many activities at Camp Y-Koda including, but not limited to: Archery, BB Guns, Sling Shots, a High Ropes Course, lake with kayaks & canoes, a small swimming pool, arts & crafts center, gaga ball and so much more. Our 80-acre property is a branch of the Sheboygan County YMCA. Our summer program is 95% outdoors rain, shine or snow! For more specific information please read below.

 

Typical Work Schedule
  • Mondays - Fridays with hour primarily between 8:00am - 4:30pm.
  • June 10 - August 30, 2024 (12 weeks total)
  • Paid Training begins after Memorial Day (Monday-Fridays)
  • We have ONLY one weekly Thursday sleepover which runs into Friday (the only time we bring out the s'mores!)
  • We offer a service to families for “Extended Care” which means some staff could be assigned to additional duties outside of our primary hours. These extra assigned duties start at 7:00am and may end as late as 5:30pm.
  • All Certifications are offered as part of training and we will pay you to take these for your role with us!

 

Salary: 
  • $450.00 per week (about $1,800 per month), includes FREE YMCA Membership
Experience, Education and Qualifications
  • Due to being a licensed day camp with Wisconsin, all counselors must be age 18 before working with a group of participants. Minimum of 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have a high school diploma, GED or able to provide transcripts.
  • Have a current CPR, First Aid or AED Certification? Awesome! If you do not, no worries as we will get you certified for your role.
  • Interested in leading water-based camps? We will get you lifeguard certified for your role!! (More opportunities within the summer with this certification with us).
  • Excellent verbal and communication skills!
  • A passion for working outdoors and working with children.
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions such as rain or 70-90 degree weather.
  • Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but not limited to: row boating, lawn games, building campfires, swimming, team building exercises, physical games and activities.
  • Willing to get a background check with the state.

SUMMER CAMP LIFEGUARD

We have openings for our Summer Camp Lifeguard team! This role serves as the head and main lifeguard for our swim periods at the swimming pool and camp lake. The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining the quality of aquatic supplies, equipment and materials, and responsible for he safety of participants in aquatic activities. 

Salary: $13.50 per hour

Work Schedule:

  • Monday-Friday, June 10 - August 30, 2024
  • 10:30am-2:30pm each day; additional hours will be available pending on the needs of camp and the camp schedule
 

Qualifications

  • Must be age 16 and older
  • Must be able to provide a HS diploma, transcripts or GED (or actively in pursuit thereof)
  • An appreciation of outdoor living, nature and camp settings. 
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions such as rain and 70-90 degree weather. 
  • Must have a high level of alertness, concentration, and initiative, with the ability to work accurately at a fast pace. 
  • Preferred: a current lifeguard certification, however we can get you trained!!! 

 

Questions or want to learn more? Contact Kaitlyn at (920) 467-6882 or kemmons@sheboygancountyymca.org