Camp Hooksett - Program Specialist

Job Description Job Description Description: Do you have the magic it takes to assure groups of campers make memories to last a lifetime? Do you want to create the best summer ever? Do you have experience or are you skilled in Arts & Crafts, Sports, Nature, Drama, Archery and/or Teambuilding? YMCA Day Camp of Hooksett, a traditional summer day camp located at Hooksett Memorial School, is seeking innovative, dynamic, and enthusiastic multi-tasking Program Specialists to join the camp staff team. Program Specialists needed for the following areas: Archery, Sports, Nature, Team Building, Adventure and Arts & Crafts. Additional Responsibilities: Cultivate and supervise a fun and developmentally engaging environment and activities through appropriate techniques Develop and enforce specialty activity and equipment use guidelines Provide ongoing camper programming; support theme days and rainy days Build positive nurturing relationships with campers Build cooperative relationships with coworkers and supervisors Engage with campers in a way that fosters Character building Uphold the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Courage Qualifications: Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a day camp environment preferred Background and/or education in recreation/physical education preferred Applicable certifications for specialty area High School diploma or equivalent Possess strong organizational and group management skills Must be available to attend camp trainings before and throughout camp season Able to bring a patient, caring, responsible, flexible and positive attitude to work Position Specifics: Camp season runs 06/23/2025 through 08/15/2025 and must be able to work most of the camp weeks Year-round employment opportunities are available with the YMCA. We encourage you to join our dynamic summer team, and support youth in creating a great summer camp experience! Prefer training and background in recreation, education or a related field. Must be currently certified or willing to become certified in CPR and First Aid (training available). Requirements:

Location: Hooksett, New Hampshire, US

Posted Date: 7/11/2025