Summer Camp Counselor - Marblehead YMCA

Description

Ready for the Ultimate Summer Job?
Summer 2026 Camp Staff - Marblehead YMCA
It's back-the summer camp job you've been waiting for! Starting pay of $17/hour and an unforgettable experience working with kids, outdoors, and alongside an incredible team. Don't miss your chance to land one of the best summer jobs on the North Shore. Don't forget, NO NIGHTS & WEEKENDS!!!
Do you love being active and outdoors? Enjoy working with children? Want a FUN, meaningful summer job that builds leadership skills-without nights or weekends? This could be the perfect fit for you!
About the Opportunity
The YMCA of the North Shore is hiring energetic, reliable, and enthusiastic Camp Counselors for Summer 2026 at our Marblehead locations. Choose your summer adventure:
Children's Island (Marblehead)
Spend your summer on a one-of-a-kind island in Marblehead Harbor-complete with a daily ferry ride on the Hannah Glover! This rustic ocean oasis offers swimming, sailing, wakeboarding, kayaking, environmental science with our Island Rangers program, arts & crafts, gaga pit, and more.
Marblehead YMCA Day Camp
Support a dynamic day camp program by leading gymnastics, sports, swimming, and engaging group activities that create lasting memories for campers.
Where will YOU spend your summer?
What You'll Do
As a Camp Counselor, you will:

Lead games, activities, and outdoor adventures

Create a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for campers

Support youth development through teamwork, creativity, and fun

Stay engaged, energetic, and proactive throughout the day

Help make every camper's summer unforgettable

Why Work at the Y?

Gain valuable leadership, communication, and teamwork skills

Build experience that looks great on your resume

Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children

Enjoy a summer full of fun, friendships, and memories

FREE YMCA membership with access to fitness facilities and programs
This is more than a summer job-it's a chance to grow, lead, and make a difference.
How to Apply

Be prepared to provide at least 3 personal or professional references

Your application is complete once you receive a submission confirmation
Apply today and be part of an unforgettable Summer 2026 with the YMCA of the North Shore!

Qualifications

If you are looking to expand your resume and develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, this may be the summer job opportunity for you!
Camp Counselors must be a minimum of 16 years of age
Preferred work schedule is Monday-Friday (5 days) throughout the camp season, 8am-5pm
Must have reliable transportation to ensure the ability to commute to and arrive at camp on time daily
Mandatory Spring training will be required -... For full info follow application link.

The YMCA 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, age, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation.