Description
For over 100 years, YMCA Camp Cormorant has offered spirit, tradition, leadership, and exceptional facilities to campers. Founded in 1903, Camp Cormorant is one of the oldest overnight camps in the entire nation. The camp is nestled on 80 acres of wooded property with an extensive beachfront on Big Cormorant Lake. We are located approximately six miles south of Lake Park, MN, in the heart of Minnesota lakes country. No day at camp is just a typical day. The YMCA Camp Cormorant offers more than just a job - we offer the chance to make a lasting difference for the youth in our community!
The Camp Ropes Course Staff is responsible for the Camp Cormorant Ropes Course program for campers, including instruction and safety of participants.
- Ensures that the American Camping Association (ACA) Standards are followed
- Organizes, supervises and plans ropes course programs and lesson plans to the appropriate ages, interests and abilities of the campers
- Sets up, takes down, maintains, and properly stores all necessary gear prior to and after each time the course is used
- Establishes and enforces clear safety guidelines for the program and instruct others in these regulations
- Cleans, organizes, and stores all equipment prior to the weekend and at the end of the season
- Assists in other areas of camp as needed
- Completes end of season evaluation
Requirements
2026 Camp Dates: May 31, 2026 - August 14, 2026, with the week of the 4th of July off. Must be available for the duration of the summer camp season. Pay for this position is $433 per week. Room and board included.
Required Experience/Qualifications:
- At least 18 years old
- 6 months experience working with youth
- CPR/First Aid Certification for Adult, Child and Infant
- Complete full ropes training at camp
- Preferred prior ropes and belay experience
Who are we? The Y is the nation's leading nonprofit organization and is committed to strengthening communities through Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. Do work that matters! The Y offers more than just a job - we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community.
