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WORKING AT THE YMCA AND CAMP WAPSIE
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The mission of the YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. So naturally, we seek employees who exhibit the character values behind the mission; Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. We want to hire employees who enjoy people and who want to make a difference.
By working for the YMCA, you reap the rewards of helping others. You’ll feel pride in teaching children to do the backstroke, seeing teens grow in leadership skills, or helping adults make strides in their fitness program. The Y is a nonprofit that gives away over $1 million every year in scholarship assistance to people in our community. At the Y, you have the real ability to impact someone’s life. We start employing people, in some positions, as young as 16, so let the YMCA be the place you can work and play.
Please click on any of the CURRENT OPENINGS to see details and qualitifications.
CURRENT OPENINGS
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CAMP WAPSIE YEAR ROUND JOB OPENINGS
HELEN G. NASSIF YMCA
MARION YMCA
JOB OPENINGS
FULL- TIME POSITIONS
CAMP WAPSIE PART-TIME POSITIONS
SEASONAL POSITIONS
SUMMER DAY CAMP COUNSELOR
HELEN G. NASSIF YMCA & MARION YMCA
YMCA APPLICATION 2024 - 2025
HELEN G. NASSIF YMCA
MARION YMCA
For Camp Wapsie summer applications please use the application link on the button above.
CAMP WAPSIE SEASONAL POSITIONS
HELEN G. NASSIF YMCA
MARION YMCA
PART TIME POSITIONS
Change Lives, Including Yours—Join the Camp Wapsie Team!
Ready for a summer that changes everything?
At YMCA Camp Wapsie, you’re not just impacting campers’ lives—you’re transforming your own. Few experiences are as rewarding as working at camp, where every day is filled with laughter, singing, dancing, swimming, and unforgettable moments.
When you join the Camp Wapsie team, you become part of a community built on the magic of camp, where we lift each other up and grow into the best versions of ourselves. You’ll gain skills, make lifelong connections, and create memories that will stay with you forever.
Please note that all of our employees, outside of maintenance and cooks, live on site during employment.
Interviews for leadership positions begin in October, and the hiring process continues through the end of January, so it may take some time before you hear from us regarding your application.
Applications for summer 2026 are now open! We’re hiring for the following roles:
Program Staff Roles
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- Adventure Trip Director/Staff: Plan, prepare & lead off site trips with co-ed teen campers
- Aquatics Director: Responsible for organization & operation of aquatics including teaching swim lessons. (LGI preferred)
- Assistant Program Director: Program activities, schedules and trainings during the summer with a focus on camp activities
- Camper Services Director: Manage the camp store and assist with other camp needs
- Camper Wellness Coordinator: Ensure a positive and supportive environment for campers at as part of the camp medical team
- Camp Support Specialist: Manage camp laundry & cleaning supplies, assist with other camp cleaning and assist with programming needs
- Counselor In Training Director: Schedule & program for 14 teens during their training including instructional, work & recreational sessions
- Day Camp Director: Mentor younger staff, oversee organization of program
- Food Service Director: Mentor younger staff and work alongside our chefs
- Health Services Director: Support a weekly volunteer medical professional and manage the health center
- Leader In Training Director: Schedule & program for 14 teens during their training including instructional, work & recreational sessions
- Media & Communication Specialist: Manage camp’s social media presence, mass communications, & photo documentation
- Program Director: Program activities, schedules and trainings during the summer with a focus on camp activities
- Ranger Director/Staff: Lead outdoor wilderness program for teens
Director positions will be filled on a rolling basis and make good internships, so apply early!
Required to work from June 2 through August 15
Counselor Positions- All Levels
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- Senior Counselor: You’ll play a vital role in creating unforgettable experiences for your campers. You’ll live alongside and guide a cabin of twelve campers, ensuring their safety, well-being, and growth throughout their time at camp. Specializing in one age group and one activity area, you’ll build meaningful connections, lead exciting adventures, and help campers create memories that will last a lifetime. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to inspire others while growing as a leader yourself.
- Junior Counselor: You’ll work alongside a Senior Counselor to support a cabin of twelve campers, ensuring their safety, well-being, and enjoyment throughout their stay. This role offers an incredible opportunity to build relationships with campers while gaining hands-on experience. Over the summer, you’ll rotate through 3-4 different age groups and activities, and you may also be assigned to our day camp program for a portion of your weeks. Every day brings new adventures and chances to grow.
- Rotating Junior Counselor: As our entry-level counselor position, the Rotating Junior Counselor role lets you explore every corner of camp life! Some weeks, you’ll live alongside a cabin of up to twelve campers, assisting a Senior Counselor in ensuring their health, safety, and enjoyment. Other weeks, you’ll take on new challenges as a counselor in our day camp program, lend a hand in the kitchen, or support the camp’s operations through maintenance work. This dynamic role offers a well-rounded experience, allowing you to build diverse skills, create meaningful connections, and make a positive impact—all while growing as a leader.
Counselors are required to work from June 6 through August 15
Looking for more than just a summer? We also have opportunities to start early or stay into the fall, working with our retreats department to support year-round programs.
Be part of the team that makes camp unforgettable—apply today!
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