Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties · 4 hours ago
YMCA Camp Silver Creek - Unit Lead 2026
Sublimity, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expFamily YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties is dedicated to strengthening communities through their camp programs. The Unit Lead is responsible for supervising staff and campers in a specific unit, providing leadership, support, and ensuring adherence to camp standards and protocols.
Health Wellness & Fitness
Responsibilities
Supervises all counselors and unit aides assigned to their unit for the week, ensuring adherence to ACA accreditation standards, health department requirements, and State Park rules and protocols
Checks in with unit staff daily, providing support, leadership, and guidance
Monitors staff behavior, providing coaching, mentorship, and accountability for responsibilities. Escalates any ongoing concerns to the Camp Director as needed
Provides guidance to staff in handling camper situations, particularly those involving behavioral needs
Assigns unit staff to weekly duties and ensures they understand their responsibilities
Oversees unit-specific programming, including but not limited to: Unit Twilights, CHoRR/Values, Cabin Group Time (with counselors), Junior Rags (Bear Creek/Hillside only),Casino (Hemlock only)
Participates in weekly staff assignments along with the other Unit and Kitchen Directors (with ADs of Programs and Operations)
Communicates with parents during check-in and check-out days, ensuring a positive and professional experience
Maintains cleanliness and organization of the unit throughout the week and ensures that all cabins, lodges and common areas are cleaned and reset prior to staff departure on Wednesdays and Saturdays to prepare for the next session
Ensures the complete clean-out and organization of their unit at the end of the camp season, making sure that all staff understand their responsibilities before departing for the season or attending the banquet
Adheres to all State Park requirements, YMCA policies, and regulations to maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all campers and staff
Champions and educates campers, staff, and peers on the Leave No Trace principles, promoting environmental stewardship and respect for nature
Participates in required mid-season leadership planning and training sessions to support program quality, staff alignment, and end-of-season readiness
Qualification
Required
At least 18 years of age
At least 1 prior summer of overnight camp counseling experience
Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach, and mentor a team of counselors and staff members
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and implement unit-specific programming, ensuring it aligns with the camp's goals and values
Experience in conflict resolution, behavior management, and providing guidance for staff in addressing camper behavioral needs
Ability to assign and oversee staff responsibilities, ensuring clarity and accountability for all unit duties
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Knowledge of Leave No Trace principles and the ability to model and teach environmental stewardship to campers and staff
Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to become certified within the first 30 days of employment. (Certification classes available upon employment.)
Must be available during all of the following dates: June 7 - June 13 (Program Staff Retreat), June 14 - June 20 (Mandatory All-Staff Training), June 21 - August 23 (Camp Season & Move-Out)
Must be physically capable of observing and listening for stressful situations at all times
Must be physically capable of lifting 40 pounds
Must be able to quickly reach a person and/or situation to prevent harm
Capable of effective and appropriate mental, emotional and social responses in a constantly changing, youth centered environment
All candidates must have reliable transportation
Job offers are contingent upon completion of a rigorous criminal history background check
Preferred
At least 21 years of age
Current Oregon Food Handler's Certification, or ability to obtain certification
Company
Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties
The YMCA mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brandon Lemon
Chief Operating Officer
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