CAREERS

WORKING AT THE YMCA AND CAMP WAPSIE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The mission of the YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. So naturally, we seek employees who exhibit the character values behind the mission; Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. We want to hire employees who enjoy people and who want to make a difference.

By working for the YMCA, you reap the rewards of helping others. You’ll feel pride in teaching children to do the backstroke, seeing teens grow in leadership skills, or helping adults make strides in their fitness program. The Y is a nonprofit that gives away over $1 million every year in scholarship assistance to people in our community. At the Y, you have the real ability to impact someone’s life. We start employing people, in some positions, as young as 16, so let the YMCA be the place you can work and play.

Please click on any of the CURRENT OPENINGS to see details and qualitifications.

CURRENT OPENINGS

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CAMP WAPSIE YEAR ROUND JOB OPENINGS

HELEN G. NASSIF YMCA
MARION YMCA
JOB OPENINGS

FULL- TIME POSITIONS

CAMP WAPSIE PART-TIME POSITIONS

FULL- TIME POSITIONS

CAMP WAPSIE SEASONAL POSITIONS

HELEN G. NASSIF YMCA
MARION YMCA

PART TIME POSITIONS

Change Lives, Including Yours—Join the Camp Wapsie Team!

Ready for a summer that changes everything?

At YMCA Camp Wapsie, you’re not just impacting campers’ lives—you’re transforming your own. Few experiences are as rewarding as working at camp, where every day is filled with laughter, singing, dancing, swimming, and unforgettable moments.

When you join the Camp Wapsie team, you become part of a community built on the magic of camp, where we lift each other up and grow into the best versions of ourselves. You’ll gain skills, make lifelong connections, and create memories that will stay with you forever.

Applications for summer 2025 are now open! We’re hiring for the following roles:

Day Camp Director (mentor younger staff, oversee organization of program)
Food Service Director (mentor younger staff and work alongside chefs)
Health Director (support a weekly volunteer medical professional and manage the health center)
Camper Services Director (manage the camp store)
Ranger Director (lead outdoor wilderness program for teens)

Director positions will be filled on a rolling basis and make good internships, so apply early!

Required to work from June 3^rd through August 16^th

Counselor Positions- All Levels

Counselors are required to work from June 7^th through August 16^th, with interviews beginning in January.

Looking for more than just a summer? We also have opportunities to start early or stay into the fall, working with our retreats department to support year-round programs.

Be part of the team that makes camp unforgettable—apply today!
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SENIOR COUNSELOR

JUNIOR COUNSELOR

ROTATING JUNIOR COUNSELOR