Jobs at Willson

We accept applications for Outdoor Education Naturalist throughout the year. Our Fall semester employment beings in early September. Our spring semester usually starts in late February and continues until the first week of June. We begin our hiring process for Summers in early January. Please contact us at that time if interested in a summer camp position! Thanks.

"I love working at Camp Willson! I have met and become great friends with people from all over the world, and have made memories that last a lifetime. Being a camp counselor is such a great summer job! You get to work with amazing children, play games, enjoy the outdoors, and accomplish goals you never would have imagined."—Amanda Thomas, Westerville, Ohio

The Summer Camp Season

Pre and post season work is available.

Skills Training

Opportunities are provided for additional training in Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, horseback riding, target sports, and/or adventure education. You will be paid to learn these valuable skills.

The "C" in the YMCA

The YMCA began it's mission in 1844 in London, England. Sir George Williams saw a culture in moral crisis and formed an organization to strengthen spiritual values through Christian teaching and practice. The Young Men's Christian Association in the 21st Century is no longer just for the young, or just for men, and we welcome people of all faiths. But we still strive after the same original mission—to strengthen the moral fabric of our society by following the teachings of Jesus and to make his prayer, as stated in our emblem in John 17:21, "That they all may be one..." a reality.

YOU will be expected to play a part in this mission. It is an important part of our work as camp staff. Staff are expected to take part and lead daily chapel services, leading graces at meals, facilitating cabin devotions in the evenings, and in general, being a moral compass among your peers and for young people to follow.

Qualities of a Staff Member

  • Enjoy working with children
  • Ability to make and retain acquaintances easily
  • Hard working
  • Flexible
  • Solid Role Model for others
  • Energetic
  • Creative
  • Spontaneous
  • Kid Focused
  • Adaptable
  • Willingness to get dirty
  • Love of the outdoors
  • Dedication to the mission and values of the YMCA

Postitions Available

All positions include room/board

Senior Counselor
$1,530-$1,800 for 9 weeks; $170–$200/wk
Specialists needed for photography, swim lessons, tennis, sailing, and a naturalist.

Horseback Riding Instructors
$1,750-$2,00 for 10 weeks; $175–$200/wk

Sports Coordinator
$1,665-$1,800 for 9 weeks; $185–$200/wk

FRONTIER
Director
$2,160-$2,250 for 9 weeks; $240–$250 /wk

Counselors
$1,575-$1800 for 9 weeks; $175–$200/wk

TRAILBLAZERS
Coordinator
$2,160-$2,250 for 9 weeks; $240–$250 /wk

Counselors
$1,575-$1800 for 9 weeks; $175–$200/wk

Teen Leadership Counselors
$1,575-$2,160 for 9 weeks; $175–$240/wk

Creative Arts Coordinator
$1,620-$2,250 for 9 weeks; $180–$250/wk

Adventure Education Coordinator
$1,800-$2,250 for 9 weeks; $200–$250/wk

Waterfront Director
$2,250 for 9 weeks; $250/wk

Health Care Supervisor
$3,420-$3,600 for 9 weeks; $380–$400/wk

What We Offer

Forms

Summer Employment Application Summer Employment Application
Outdoor Education Job Application Outdoor Education Job Application

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Our Mission: To serve the whole community through programs expressing Judeo-Christian principles that build a healthy spirit, mind and body.