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YMCA Camp Hi-Rock 162 East Street Mount Washington, MA 01258
Tel: (413) 528-1227 Fax: (413) 528-4234 Toll Free in MA, CT, and NY: 1(877) 333-YMCA
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For general inquiries about registration, fees, otheradministrativeneeds, or to request information, please contact: Tanya Gaudette Main Office and General Questions info@camphirock.org ext. 10 Otherwise, please contact:
Jessica Speer-Holmes Executive Director executive@camphirock.org ext. 11
Lesliann Furcht Administration and communications Coordinator admin@camphirock.org ext. 12
Eric Meier Camp Director summer@camphirock.org ext. 14
Susan Buckwalter Group Camping Director retreats@camphirock.org ext. 13
Paul Duffy Facility Director maintenance@camphirock.org ext. 15

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock
A Branch of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA

Camp with Character, Programs with Purpose since 1948

2009 Update: YMCA Camp Hi-Rock is still accepting staff applications for male counselors who are 18 years of age or older.

1,000 acres of mountain land next to the Appalachian Trail, a secluded spring fed lake, staff from all over the world, and a summer full of enthusiastic campers awaits...

Apply now!

Staff Morale Party: Super Hero Night!

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock hires over 100 caring and dedicated American and international staff to work with our campers each summer. Competitive wages, room, and board are provided for all positions in Resident Camp, Day Camp, and our Teen Leadership program. There are more Staff Pictures posted in the Photo Album. You can also check out a list of this upcoming summer’s Returning Staff. If you are considering applying for a position and want to read what some our staff have to say about working here, read some Staff Testimonials or check out our Alumni page.

SUMMER 2010 SCHEDULE
Administrative Staff Training: starts June 13 (tentative)

All Staff Training: starts June 20 (tentative)

Last Contracted Day for Summer Camp: August 21

Summer Staff Positions at YMCA Camp Hi-Rock
Age and grade requirements for staff positions are as of the start of employment. Each link will allow you to view the job description for that position. Please contact the Camp Director or call our office to see if a position is still available.

Resident Camp Counselor 18 years old	Day Camp Counselor rising high school senior
Resident Camp Assistant Unit Director rising college sophomore	Day Camp Senior Counselor rising college sophomore
Resident Camp Unit Director rising college sophomore, or 19 years old	Day Camp Unit Director rising college sophomore, or 19 years old
Assistant Waterfront Director rising college sophomore	Assistant Waterski Director rising college sophomore
Waterfront Director 21 years old	Waterski Director 21 years old
Arts and Crafts Director 21 years old	Ropes Course Director 21 years old
Transportation Director 21 years old	Leadership Director 21 years old
Program Director 21 years old	Camper Care Specialist rising college senior
Maintenance Assistant rising high school senior	Kitchen Assistant rising high school senior
Nurse/Medic MA RN, LPN, nurse practitioner, or PA	Office Assistant rising college freshman
Head Nurse MA RN or physician	Office/Store Manager prior camp experience required
Summer Camp Asst. Director 21 years old	Day Camp Asst. Director 21 years old

Requirements

All staff are required to hold First Aid and Adult and Child CPR certifications for the duration of employment. State law requires a health history, physical exam report, and background checks for all employees.

Benefits

Time off is scheduled on a rotating basis each two-week session. You can expect to have two days off each two-week session, with some evenings off in addition.

Internships

We can offer a wide range of entry- and Director- level placements for students. Each year, we have some interns on staff and help them develop their skills and their resume. Contact us if we can be of assistance. We are happy to speak directly with your advisor.

Approximately 1/3 of our staff is international

Spring and Fall Seasonal Work

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock also offers seasonal employment during the spring and fall. Spring positions start at the beginning of May and run until the beginning of Staff Training in mid-June. Fall positions start at the end of August and run until the end of October. Some positions last for a shorter amount of time, so please apply whether or not you are available for an entire season. These positions include: work in high and low ropes facilitation; team building and leadership programs; hiking and climbing; beach and waterfront activities; and kitchen and maintenance assistance. Training, room, board, and competitive wages are provided. The weekly pay rate varies, dependent on experience and certifications. For more information, read through the job description for our Spring and Fall positions, and visit our Group Camping page for more information and contact information.

How to Apply

Applying for any position is simple. You can download an application and reference forms at the Forms page. If you do not have access to a printer, call or email us, and we would be happy to mail or fax you the required material.

Paperwork(accepted staff only)

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Welcome! We hope you will spend some time exploring our website. Camper forms and staff forms are available for downloading. We welcome any comments or questions you may have.
Emails can be sent to info@camphirock.org
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This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.