Do you love the outdoors, working with kids, and creating unforgettable experiences? This is more than a job it’s an adventure that will challenge you, inspire you, and leave you with lifelong memories.
Camp Ravencliff is a rustic YMCA summer camp located along the Eel River in Northern California. Our camp is a welcoming, inclusive community where campers and staff grow through outdoor adventure, leadership, and connection. Camp is physically demanding, deeply rewarding, and life-changing for many who experience it.
Position: Residential Camp Cabin Leader
Location: Redway, CA (transportation provided from Sonoma County Family YMCA, Santa Rosa CA)
Dates: June 26 – August 2, 2026 (includes paid training June 26-July 5)
Pay: $676-736 per week (depending on experience & certifications)
Housing & Meals: provided at no cost
Employment Type: Seasonal, Full-Time, Residential
We are seeking enthusiastic and responsible Camp Cabin Leaders for our summer program. Cabin Leaders live at camp for the duration of employment and play a critical role in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging camp experience.
What You’ll Do-
Live in a rustic cabin with up to 8 campers (ages 8–14) and a teen leader (CILT).
Supervise and engage campers throughout daily activities.
Take your cabin on an overnight backwoods campout each week – cook over a campfire and sleep under the stars!
Support camp-wide programs, lead activities, and help make every day magical.
Be part of a team that values choice, creativity, and collaboration. You are encouraged to request activities you’d love to lead!
Why You’ll Love It-
Meals and housing provided at no cost.
Paid training and camper sessions
Time off each week and activity periods off each day.
A supportive team and a beautiful riverside setting.
The chance to make a real difference in kids’ lives.
Foster positive group dynamics, and create a safe, inclusive environment.
What We’re Looking For-
Required:
Age 18+ and high school graduate.
Available for full duration (June 26-August 2)
Experience working with children.
Ability to thrive in rugged outdoor conditions.
CPR & First Aid certified by June 19 (YMCA reimburses cost).
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Fingerprint clearance from both Department of Justice (DOJ) & FBI, which includes sex offender screening
Preferred:
Some college coursework
Previous residential camp experience as a staff or camper
Lifeguard certification or willingness to obtain
Camper Supervision & Care
Provide 24/7 supervision and leadership for assigned cabin group, including living with campers, supporting daily routines, promoting personal hygiene and safety, fostering positive cabin dynamics, and ensuring overall camper wellbeing.
Program Leadership & Delivery
Plan, lead, and participate in engaging cabin activities, reflections, and assigned camp programs (small group and all‑camp), including a weekly overnight campout involving outdoor cooking, programming, and overnight supervision.
Safety, Behavior Management & Emergency Response
Maintain a safe camp environment by following all safety, emergency, and behavior management procedures, treating all participants with dignity and respect, and responding appropriately to incidents or emergencies.
Teamwork, Communication & Training Participation
Actively participate in required staff training, meetings, and camp operations; communicate regularly with the Camp Director; and collaborate positively with fellow staff to support camp goals and operations.
Camp Operations Support
Assist with camp-wide needs such as leading campfires or morning inspirations, supporting clean-up or maintenance tasks, and completing additional duties as assigned to ensure smooth daily camp operations.
CPR & First Aid certified by June 19 (YMCA reimburses cost).