This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Music Program Lead/Cabin Lead will be responsible for planning, directing, and supervising the YMCA Camp Shady Brook’s Music program. You will also act as a cabin counselor providing direct supervision to a group of youth campers. As the Cabin Lead you will be responsible for the health, safety, welfare and personal wellbeing of campers on a 24-hour basis and promote and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitate peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

TARGET DATES FOR PROCESS:

Deadline for resumes/applications.................. (Ongoing until filled)

Interviews anticipated by…………………............... (Ongoing until filled)

Decision anticipated by……………………................ (Ongoing until filled)

Position start date……………………...................... (Anticipated start date, 5/25/2025)

Summer Season: (5/25 - 8/1) with room and board.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Develop and implement a creative Music program incorporating the YMCA’s values 
• Write and/or supervise all lesson plans for Music classes
• Immediately report any safety, health or equipment maintenance problems to the Associate Executive Director upon discovery.
• Maintain inventory of necessary equipment/supplies and inform Associate Executive Director of needed supplies in a timely fashion.
• Prepare for and actively participate in staff training and staff meetings
• Act as a positive role model for campers and other staff, demonstrating the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in the performance of job duties
• Will work as a cabin leader
• Play an active role in all camp activities
• Will work stay over weekends as assigned
• Evaluate the current season and make suggestions for future season
• To perform all other duties as needed or assigned
• These are not the only duties to be Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required

• At least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Creative and enthusiastic person who is able to relate well with campers, staff, and parents
• Previous experience or extensive knowledge of instructing and leading music program and activities
• Prior experience with youth and family programming
• Must possess a cooperative spirit and be committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to campers, staff, and program participants
• Must have a sincere and genuine interest in working with youth, and should relate well to all age levels and backgrounds of people
• Develop a one-week curriculum that includes instruction, songs, experimentation, song production and games
• Facilitate community living with youth in a cabin or tent platform (see Cabin Counselor job description)
• Ability to plan, initiate and lead small and large group activities
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration

• Free Family Membership 
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time

OUR CULTURE: 
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.