Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Join the Camp Mi-Te-Na Team!
Now Hiring Counselors & Seasonal Staff for Summer 2026
Camp Mi-Te-Na, a traditional boys’ overnight YMCA camp on beautiful Halfmoon Lake in Alton, NH, is seeking energetic and responsible team members who want to make a positive impact on today’s youth. Whether you’re applying to be a cabin counselor, activity specialist, or part of the leadership team, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, memorable, and growth-filled summer for boys ages 7–15.
Staff live and work in a close-knit camp community, sharing responsibility for guiding 8–10 campers, supporting daily routines, and helping lead a wide range of activities. This immersive, on-site role calls for enthusiasm, patience, humor, energy, and a genuine ability to connect with youth. Prior camp experience is helpful but not required—full training is provided.
Positions Available
We welcome applicants for a variety of roles, including:
· Cabin Counselors
· Activity Staff: sports, target sports, ropes course, creative arts
· Waterfront Staff: swim instructors and lifeguards
· Village & Program Support Staff
· General Seasonal Support Staff: kitchen, maintenance, and more
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities vary by role, but staff can expect to:
· Live in cabins with campers and support their daily routines
· Supervise and engage campers in all aspects of camp life
· Lead or assist with program instruction
· Help plan village activities, special events, and evening programs
· Attend meals with campers, modeling positive behavior and community expectations
· Support campers as they adapt to schedules, build healthy habits, and navigate social situations
· Reinforce positive behavior using supportive, youth-centered discipline techniques
· Work as part of a collaborative and inclusive staff team
Why Join Us?
Staff gain invaluable experience in leadership, problem-solving, teamwork, youth engagement, and community living—skills that translate to future roles in education, recreation, human services, and beyond.
Spend the summer outdoors, build lifelong friendships, and play a key role in creating unforgettable experiences for every camper.
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