Employment
As a member of the Phantom Lake YMCA Camp staff, you will create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Come experience the sunsets, camp songs, and s’mores and have a summer that you will never forget.
Why Work at PLYC?
What Can I Expect?
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Wages are dependent on the position. Summer staff are paid bi-weekly with many earning a weekly salary. Some hourly positions are available.
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Except for inclusion, kitchen, maintenance, and custodial employees, Phantom Lake YMCA Camp summer staff will stay on grounds. Counselors are required to stay in platform tents with their campers each week, while other positions may have living arrangements that vary.
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Each summer staff member will be allotted 24 hours off for each week that occurs between the end of checkout procedures on Saturday and the staff meeting on Sunday. Off periods throughout the week vary on the position. Additional time-off requests are available at the discretion of camp leadership.
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Staff will be trained for their specific positions as well as get trained in program planning and facilitation, behavior management, safety procedures, camp policies, and more. Staff will participate in many team building activities and games, campfires, and have many other opportunities to bond with other staff.
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Have a friend that also wants to work at camp? Refer them to get a $150 bonus (per referral) on your last paycheck.
Requirements:
Referral must be hired onto the staff team
Both staff members must be present on staff for at least 6 weeks of the summer
Both staff members must have a positive end of summer eval
Seasonal Hiring Update
We have filled all of our seasonal positions available for Summer 2026. Please check back in November 2026 for available positions for Summer 2027.
For inquiries on employment, please email office@phantomlakeymca.org.
Summer Positions
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Camp Counselors - Position Filled
Camp counselors are responsible for overall leadership, guidance, and program facilitation for all camp participants.
Group Leaders - Position Filled
Group Leaders will serve as a liaison for day and res camp counselors, helping support the daily needs of campers. They will help program activities, provide important camper documentation, and directly support counselors.
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(Lifeguard Certification Required for All Waterfront Roles)
Waterfront Coordinator - Position Filled
The Waterfront Coordinator is responsible for all waterfront programming and staff throughout the course of the summer.
Swim Specialist - Position Filled
The Swim Specialist is responsible for programming at the swimming area.
Admiral - Position Filled
The Admiral is responsible for all programming at the boating area.
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Residential Camp Program Coordinator (Res PC) - Position Filled
The Res PC is responsible for the overall leadership, and guidance of overnight campers and staff.
Day Camp Program Coordinator (Day PC) - Position Filled
The Day PC is responsible for the overall leadership, and guidance of day camp campers and staff.
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Coordinator of Youth Leaders Programs (Dugout Coordinator) - Position Filled
The Dugout Coordinator is responsible for oversight of all youth leaders (SDPs and YLTs) and mentors throughout the course of the summer.
Youth Leader Mentor (Dugout Mentor)
The Mentor is responsible for the guidance of SDPs and YLTs throughout the summer.
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Health Intern - Position Filled
The Health Intern is responsible for the health and safety of all campers and staff.
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Director of Accessibility and Inclusion Services (Hourly Position) - Position Filled
The Summer Director of Accessibility and Inclusion Services ensures that every camper in the Inclusion program is fully integrated into the camp community. Serving as the primary advocate, behavioral specialist, and senior mentor, the Director leads the inclusion team to ensure a safe, accessible, and joyful summer experience for all.
Mental, Emotional, Social, Health and Inclusion (MESHI) Coordinator (Hourly Position) - Position Filled
The MESHI Coordinator provides direct supervision, training, and support to the MESHI Intern team and ensures proper implementation of the MESHI program.
Mental, Emotional, Social, Health and Inclusion (MESHI) Intern (Hourly Position) - Position Filled
The MESHI Intern is a dedicated staff member who provides individualized support to a camper with disabilities, health conditions, or support needs, within the inclusive environment of Phantom Lake YMCA Camp’s Day and Residential Camp Programs.
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Craft Shop Coordinator (Hourly Position) - Position Filled
The Craft Shop Coordinator is responsible for all craft shop programming and staff throughout the summer.
Media Specialist - Position Filled
The Media Specialist is responsible for all photos and videos of camp.
Supply Specialist - Position Filled
The Supply Specialist is responsible for managing the camp store and organizing and distributing campers’ mail.
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Kitchen Coordinator (Hourly Position) - Position Filled
The Kitchen Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the camp kitchen.
Kitchen Staff (Hourly Position) - Position - Position Filled
The Kitchen Staff are required to assist in food preparation and serving the meals.
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Maintenance Staff (Hourly Position)
Maintenance staff are responsible for general maintenance and upkeep of camp facilities throughout the summer.
Custodial Staff (Hourly Position)
Custodial staff are responsible for helping maintain cleanliness of camp facilities and spaces.