Cabin Leader I

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Organizational Culture

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we are committed to building strong communities where you can Be, Belong and Become. Our values include:

• Truth & Courage: Understanding and acting on individual and societal truths.
• Authenticity & Accessibility: Ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Dependable & Creative: Responding to community needs through strong partnerships.
• Dignity & Empathy: Treating everyone with respect and compassion.

About the Role

The Cabin Leader plays a key role in creating a safe, engaging camp experience for youth under the guidance of the Program Director. This position includes residing in a cabin with campers, guiding them through daily routines, scheduled activities, and providing general supervision. Cabin Leaders foster a positive environment by leading games, hikes, and other recreational activities during free time and by assisting with camper management at specialized program sites, including the climbing tower, zip line, archery range, canoeing areas, hiking trails, and arts & crafts stations, in collaboration with Program Specialists. Cabin Leaders also support User Groups and help facilitate camp programs as needed.

Responsibilities

Participant and Camper Engagement

• Provide excellent service to program participants, ensuring their needs are met.
• Foster connections among campers and with the YMCA community.
• Build respectful, meaningful relationships with staff, parents, and campers.
• Recognize and encourage campers for personal growth and positive behavior.
• Support campers in understanding and appreciating their environment.

Safety and Compliance

• Prioritize participant safety by following emergency and safety protocols.
• Ensure health, hygiene, and safety are top priorities for all campers.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA, American Camp Association, and all local, state, and federal standards to provide a safe and positive experience for campers and staff.

Leadership and Supervision

• Supervise and live with a cabin group, following the camp schedule to meet campers' needs.
• Plan and lead engaging activities that support personal growth and social skills.
• Maintain appropriate camper discipline according to camp standards.

Facility Maintenance

• Keep camp and cabin areas clean and encourage respect for facilities and the environment.

Professionalism and Administration

• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct in interactions with others.
• Submit reports, including incident reports, health logs, and timecards accurately and on time.

Program Participation

• Actively participate in cabin, unit, and camp-wide activities, and assist in program areas.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The Cabin Leader position involves working closely with campers in an outdoor, collaborative, and safety-focused setting. Leaders will reside in cabins with campers, ensuring supervision and well-being overnight. The role requires physical stamina, mobility, and the ability to lift equipment, lead activities, and assist campers as needed. Extended periods of standing, walking, and participation in physical activities are expected, along with flexibility for long, variable hours, including overnight shifts. Meals and lodging are provided for the duration of the summer camp program.

Pay

The Cabin Leader position offers a compensation of $616 per week.