Camp Ihduhapi | Summer Jobs
Application Process
We've gone green so all application must be submitted online. We will only start the interview process after we receive a complete application. Please Email Joey or call him at 763-230-9308 if you have questions.
Summer 2010 Update: All Summer Camp positions are filled for 2010.
Camp Staff Selection
Camp Ihduhapi prides ourselves on a “Mission Driven / Camper Focused” staff. Camp staff selections are based on a candidate’s:
• Strength of character and commitment to be a positive role model
• Ability to make sound, informed decisions
• Passion for helping kids increase self-confidence and self-respect
Camp Staff Training
• 8 days of formal staff training
• CPR/First Aid certifications from nationally recognized organizations
• Wilderness First Aid certification (trail staff)
• Lifeguard training (waterfront and trail staff)
Benefits of Working with YMCA Camp Ihduhapi
• Lifelong relationships
• Leadership experience
• A chance to be a positive role-model
• Gain experience working with children and youth
• A beautiful, rustic outdoor setting near the Twin Cities
• Be a part of a tight-knit camp community
Job Opportunities
Camp Counselor - Overnight Cabin Counselor - Provides high quality outdoor education and recreation experiences for participants. Cabin counselors are the ones the campers connect with the most and have the opportunity to make incredible impacts on the kids.
Camp Counselor - Overnight Trail Guides - Lead out of camp trips, primarily canoeing. Must be WFA or WFR and Lifeguard certified (courses available through the YMCA)
Camp Counselor- Overnight Program Staff - Individuals that have specific skill-sets to organize and lead campers and/or other staff in a particular program area. Positions include:
- Summer Program Specialists (2) - work with camp directors to oversee day-to-day camp program.
- Waterfront Specialist - Manage waterfront safety, activities and staff. Must be a certified lifeguard.
- Sailing Specialist - Manage all aspects of the sailing program. Must be a certified lifeguard.
- Water Skiing Specialist - Manage all aspects of the water skiing program. Experience instructing water skiing, pulling tubes, and holds a boating certification. Must be a certified lifeguard.
- Arts & Crafts Specialist - Manage arts & crafts program and organize daily projects for campers.
- Trips Specialist - Manage all out-of-camp trip experiences and in camp overnights. This includes preparing equipment and food for trips. WFR preferred.
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Horse Program Specialist - Manage horse camp program, horse care, and equipment. Preferred age 21 and instruction experience.
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Ropes Specialist - Manage safety and facilitation of high and low ropes courses. Prior experience required.
- Health Officer - Manage health and wellness of campers and staff. Required: EMT, LPN, RN or Doctor.
- Archery Instructor - Manage the archery range, instruct campers in proper techniques, and manage equipment.
- Nature Program Instructor - Organize daily activities for campers involving the natural world.
- Fishing Instructor - Manage the fishing program, instruct campers in proper fishing techniques, and manage equipment.
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Sports & Games Instructor - Organize daily activities involving field games, sports, and teamwork. Mange equipment.
Certifications
All employees of YMCA Camp Ihduhapi are required to have CPR/First Aid certifications. Other certifications that are benificial to have are lifeguard, Wilderness First Aid, and Wilderness First Responder. Please follow the links below for available classes.
If you live outside of the United States
Each of the Minneapolis YMCA camps are proud to have staff members who live outside of the United States. If this describes you, please contact
ICCP (International Camp Counselor Program). This organization is better equipped to assist you with the application process, orientation to camp life and your travel arrangements.
