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Professional Role Models Wanted!

YMCA Camp Ihduhapi is the place for growth and adventure.  Campers and staff engage in fun, adventuresome, and life-changing experiences.  If you are interested in having a positive impact on the lives of kids and your peers, this may be the summer job for you.

Positions at Camp Ihduhapi range from Cabin Counselor, Trips Director, Trail Guide, Health Officer, Waterfront Director, and more.  Leadership opportunities are endless.  In addition to working with great kids and awesome staff members during the Summer, Camp Ihduhapi has opportunities that stretch into the Fall and Spring.  

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

Application Process

New Applicants

  1. Download and complete the application and criminal background form and mail it to the camp office in Loretto
  2. Download and hand out three reference forms to people who can comment on your abilities. These should also be returned to the camp office in Loretto.
  3. You will receive a call confirming the receipt of your application and information on the interview process.

Returning Applicants

  1. Download and complete the application and criminal background form and mail it to the camp office in Loretto.
  2. A letter will be sent out to you confirming the receipt of your application and information on the interview process.

Staff Application

Criminal Background Check

Reference Form

Current Summer Positions Available

  • Cabin Counselor - Males and Females (applicants must be entering senior year or equivalent), minimum age 17.
  • Trail Guide - Males only. Must have a minimum of Wilderness First Aid and certified lifeguard, minimum age 21 preferred.  We will provide required trainings. 
  • Head Wrangler - Experience instructing western riding lessons, minimum age 21.  

AmeriCorps Summer of Service Scholarship Applications

The AmeriCorps City of Lakes has created "Summer of Service" positions for YMCA Camping.  Applicants must be 18 years or older, dedicated to additional responsibilities during their service period aside from assigned camp roles, and available for orientation on Monday, June 2nd and debrief on Saturday, August 3rd.  Employment with the YMCA to continue after service period is complete.
 
To apply click on the link and complete the steps located on the right hand side labeled "Applying to City of Lakes."  The $1,000.00 educational award will go directly to the recipients educational institution or educational financial institution of choice - this is not pocket money.  http://commed.mpls.k12.mn.us/how_to_apply.html.  You may have to create an AmeriCorps profile to apply on the website.
 
Please call Joey at 763.230.9308 if you have questions. 

Current Year Round Positions Available

  • PT Custodian - Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of assigned areas. Incumbent will work with minimum supervision and will be asked to complete a variety of tasks. 20-30 hours per week. Flexible hours that will include weekends.  For complete job description and information call Eric at 763.230.9343.   
 


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