West Suburban YMCA·Newton, Massachusetts
Lead and facilitate traditional camp activities including sports, arts and crafts, and nature exploration for campers. Model YMCA core values while ensuring a fun and safe environment for all participants.
We are hiring for Summer Day Camp Specialist Positions at Day Camp at Wells Ave for the 2026 Summer season! Please review the attached job descriptions for job qualifications and specifications and apply here if you are interested in joining us as a member of our team for this upcoming summer.
Each week campers have a blast with full days of traditional camp games, sports, arts and crafts, swim lessons, hiking, free swim, nature walks, exploration, and camp-wide fun! All activities are run by trained counselors who model the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Nature Specialist
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture.
In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Members are the heart of this organization.
They are the reason we exist.
Members are the most important visitors we have, whether they visit by mail, phone or in person.
They are not statistics and always deserve our respect.
No matter what we are hired to do, satisfying members’ needs and wants is everyone’s first and most important responsibility.
The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable organization that welcomes all by creating a community that hires individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or physical ability. We focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility to ensure all children, adults and families are healthy, confident and connected.
*After completing the application process, you will have the opportunity to complete your Talent Profile by our joining our Talent Community!
Candidates must be able to serve as specialists in either Nature or New Games. Applicants should align with YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
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