Retreats Coordinator
YMCA of Honolulu · Waialua, HI, US
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- Location
- Waialua, HI, US
_COMPENSATION:_
$450 / Weekly
_POSITION DURATION:_
November 15th, 2026 - May 15th, 2027
_POSITION SUMMARY:_
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Under the supervision of the Senior Program Director, the Coordinator of Rentals & Retreats is responsible for leading a variety of safe, engaging camp activities, supporting hospitality services, and performing general camp operations. This role serves as a friend, mentor, and positive role model to all groups utilizing the camp. The Coordinator must demonstrate a strong understanding of the YMCA's mission and values and possess a genuine desire to work with children, adults, and diverse group populations. Successful candidates will bring strong leadership skills, enthusiasm, patience, a sense of humor, and sound judgment. This position includes coverage of one Manager on Duty shift per week. The Coordinator of Rentals & Retreats leads the Cleaning Crew and reports directly to the Senior Program Director. Additional responsibilities include maintaining inventory and condition reports for all department-related supplies, ensuring rental facilities and general camp areas are clean, safe, and well maintained, and collaborating closely with the Inclusion Program for young adults who assist with facility cleanliness.
_ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:_
● Understand and be in accord with the YMCA philosophy, goals, and objectives.
● Be a role model for & develop positive meaningful relationships with youth.
● Provide children with the opportunities to make new friends and learn new activities.
● Be concerned with camper development & growth.
● Be aware of health and safety concerns.
● Ensure that each and every camper is included in the group.
● Ensure that Camp Erdman is a positive and memorable experience instilling a strong desire to return to every camper.
● Be consistent in following program policies and standards operating procedures.
● Work toward a team spirit and effort among the staff and children.
● Be on time for work and meetings.
● This position requires the Program Instructor to live on-site at Camp Erdman, in housing as assigned by the Camp Director Team.
● Other responsibilities depending on bandwidth and demands, negotiated between Retreats Director and Retreats Coordinator
_QUALIFICATIONS:_
Skills/Knowledge:
● Experience working with children or adults in a camp or outdoor recreational setting required.
● Requires understanding of childhood development and group management in a general camp setting.
Education/Training:
● Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
● CPR/AED and First Aid required.
● TB test required.
● Must be able to successfully complete YMCA Camp Erdman's High Ropes Facilitator Training.
● Must be able to successfully complete YMCA Lifeguard Training.
● College degree is preferred.
● YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification preferred.
● Ropes facilitation experience preferred.
● Willingness to become YMCA Mini Bus certified preferred.
_Why the Y?:_
- Free Y membership with employment
- Referral bonuses - Y employees can earn cash or Y credit bonuses for referring a new hire*
- Up to 60% discounts for yourself, family, and even your siblings on Y programs, camps, preschool, childcare, and more.
_Child Protection Commitment:_
The YMCA requires all staff to share responsibility for preventing child abuse by upholding professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns. All candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.
*See [job opportunities page](https://www.ymcahonolulu.org/jobs/job-opportunities) for full details