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Apply Today and help kids discover confidence, friendship, and adventure at Camp Watchaug! Prior camp or youth leadership experience is helpful but not required.

Now Hiring: Camp Counselors & SpecialistsOcean Community YMCA-Camp Watchaug | Charlestown, RI | Summer 2026Ready to make a difference and have the best summer ever? Join our Camp Watchaug team, located on beautiful Watchaug Pond! We’re hiring Camp Counselors and Specialists in:<ul><li>Archery</li><li>Challenge Course/Ropes</li><li>Arts & Crafts</li></ul>Commitment:Seasonal | June–AugustMonday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:00 PM (some flexibility available)Ideal Qualifications:<ul><li>Enthusiastic, responsible, and team-oriented</li><li>Passion for working with children in an outdoor setting</li><li>CPR/First Aid certification a plus (we can help!)</li><li>Relevant certifications based on role (YMCA willing to train)</li><li>Prior camp or youth leadership experience is helpful but not required</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Make lasting memories and meaningful impact</li><li>Enjoy working in a beautiful natural setting</li><li>Build leadership and outdoor education skills</li><li>YMCA Membership & training opportunities</li><li>Be part of a supportive, fun, and mission-driven team!</li></ul>Apply Today and help kids discover confidence, friendship, and adventure at Camp Watchaug!EOE

Ocean Community YMCA

Camp Counselors and Specialists-Summer 2026

CPR Certification

First Aid

Leadership

Team Player

Training/Teaching

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Experience in one or more camp activities including: outdoor living, boating, archery, camping, music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games or similar. Provide feedback to campers and camp leadership regarding camper progress and concerns; identify and communicate areas for improvement.

Job Title: Counselor-Camp Position Summary: Provide leadership and guidance to a group of campers in a range of daily activities. Essential Functions: Provide supervision of campers participating in scheduled camp events. Monitor and provide guidance to campers in areas of health and safety, team building, and interpersonal relationships. Resolve issues of interpersonal, behavioral, and administrative nature; administer disciplinary action in accordance with camp standards. Provide feedback to campers and camp leadership regarding camper progress and concerns; identify and communicate areas for improvement. Contribute ideas and suggestions to camp management in areas of program participation growth, camper satisfaction, and retention of campers. Maintain awareness of potential health and safety issues, identify hazards, take appropriate action to resolve. YMCA Competencies: Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill a community need. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other’s point of view; remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative in developing others. Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies work, and participates in meetings. Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations, and how they impact relationships. Pursues self-development that enhance job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change; seeks opportunities in the change process. Qualifications: Minimum 16 years of age. Minimum 2 years of High School required; High School graduate or minimum one year of college preferred. Experience working with children in day camp setting. Experience in one or more camp activities including: outdoor living, boating, archery, camping, music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games or similar. Ability to interact effectively with children and parents on a range of issues. Certified, or ability to become certified, within first 30 days of hire in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention. Physical Demands: Required to lift and/or move on occasion up to 50 pounds. Required to demonstrate physical stamina and agility, and stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, run, and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and communicate verbally in a noisy environment. The YMCA Southcoast 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, or veteran's status.

YMCA Southcoast

Camp Counselor - Seasonal

Calendar Management

Career Development

Defibrillator

Disciplinary Action

Genetics

Hazard Analysis

High School Diploma

Identify Issues

Information/Data Security (InfoSec)

Interpersonal Skills

Lift/Move 50 Pounds

Music

People Management

Problem Solving Skills

Safety/Work Safety

Set Goals

Sports

Team Building

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SUMMARY: The Jack Rua Camp for Children with Type 1 Diabetes (“Camp Jack”) Counselor-in-Training (C.I.T.) supports camp staff and campers under the guidance of the Camp Counselors, Camp Director and Camp Leadership Team. • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized camp environment by completing rotating daily tasks such as trash removal, sanitizing eating and activity areas, • Monitoring and restocking water stations.

Camp Jack Counselor - In Training Pay Stipend $1,000 Temporary position - 32 hours.SUMMARY: The Jack Rua Camp for Children with Type 1 Diabetes (“Camp Jack”) Counselor-in-Training (C.I.T.) supports camp staff and campers under the guidance of the Camp Counselors, Camp Director and Camp Leadership Team. This workforce development opportunity is designed to help young leaders build confidence, responsibility, teamwork, and leadership skills within a supportive camp environment. Candidates must be between the ages of 14–15 and have attended Camp Jack for at least one prior season. A Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis is preferred but not required; however, priority consideration will be given to applicants living with T1D.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Attend mandatory orientation sessions, diabetes training, and educational programming as required • Act as a role model for program participants • Assist with implementation of scheduled camp activities • Assist camp staff with daily camper support responsibilities, including snack distribution and helping campers retrieve lunches from designated refrigerated areas when assigned. • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized camp environment by completing rotating daily tasks such as trash removal, sanitizing eating and activity areas, • Monitoring and restocking water stations • assisting with end-of-day cabin cleanup procedures. • Enforce program safety rules and maintain a safe and clean environment • Report all concerns to the Camp Director or Camp Jack Leadership. • Participate in all program staff meetings and all required training sessions, including Agency and in-service training sessions, as scheduled • Perform other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Ability to provide current copy of required health records</li><li>Ability to interact in a professional manner with campers and coworkers</li><li>Ability to follow policy and instruction</li><li>Must be between the ages of 14-15 years old.</li><li>Ability to provide a Massachusetts Youth Workers Permit</li></ul>Join us! #peoplewithapurposePeople Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCYEOE

People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.
<h1>Our History</h1>
In 1970, a small group of parents and professionals joined together to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and formed what would grow to become People Inc. The agency expanded its mission to include a wider variety of services to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and disabling conditions, as well as the general public. Over the years, People Inc. has grown greatly in numbers of populations served, spectrum of services, geographic locations, and number of sites.
<h2>Our Vision</h2>
People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.
<h2>Our Mission</h2>
People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.
<h2>Our Values</h2>
Improving lives, respect, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, flexibility and creativity

People Incorporated

Camp Jack Counselor - In Training (Temporary)

Diabetes

Diversity

Employee Retention

Medical Records

Organizational Skills

Technical Support

Training Program

People, Incorporated

Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

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Camp Jack Junior Counselor Pay $15/hour Temporary position - 32 hours.SUMMARY:- Counselor supports campers and staff members under the supervision of the Camp Director and Camp Leadership Team. This position is designed for youth ages 16–17 who are interested in developing leadership, communication, teamwork, and childcare skills within a structured camp environment. Junior Counselors serve as positive role models for younger campers while assisting with daily camp activities, camper supervision, and program support. Applicants must have attended Camp Jack for at least one prior season. A Type 1 diabetes diagnosis is preferred but not required; however, priority consideration will be given to applicants living with T1D.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Attend mandatory orientation sessions, diabetes training, and educational programming as required • Act as a role model for program participants • Assist with implementation of scheduled camp activities • Assist camp staff with daily camper support responsibilities, including snack distribution and helping campers retrieve lunches from designated refrigerated areas when assigned • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized camp environment by completing daily rotating tasks, such as trash removal and sanitizing eating and activity areas • Monitor and restock water stations • Assist with end-of-day cabin cleanup procedures • Enforce program safety rules and maintain a safe and clean environment • Report all concerns to the Camp Director or Camp Jack Leadership • Participate in all program staff meetings and all required training sessions, including Agency and in-service training sessions, as scheduled • Maintain all program and Agency required trainings • Perform other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to provide current copy of required health records • Ability to interact in a professional manner with campers and coworkers • Ability to follow policy and instruction • Must be between the ages of 16 and 17 years old • Ability to provide a Massachusetts Youth Workers PermitJoin us! #peoplewithapurposePeople Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agency’s success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.UNITED WAY MEMBER AGENCYEOE

Camp Jack Junior Counselor

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