Don't Miss Out on the Best Job of Your Life!
Want to positively impact the lives of youth while also gaining priceless work experience? Join us for a summer on beautiful Lake Ocoee in the Cherokee National Forest!
Real Life Work Experience Including:
- Leadership Skills
- Teamwork & Networking
- Diverse Experiences
- Professional Development
- Spiritual Development
- Training & Certifications
- Letters of Recommendation
You'll Also Get:
- Paychecks!
- Room & Board
- Travel Stipend
- Referral Bonus
2025 SUMMER STAFF DATES:
- All Staff : May 26- 30, 2025
- Program Staff, High Ropes Staff & Lifeguards : May 19-23, 2025
- Full Summer: May 26- July 26, 2025
Available Positions for Summer 2025
- Ranger Cabin Counselor
- Program Coordinators:
APPLY HERE - Application will be available beginning in November
Questions reach out to B.J. at bdavis@ymcachattanooga.org.
Additional Resources
Christian Values & Emphasis
YMCA Camp Ocoee’s mission follows the YMCA movement’s mission in putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Campers of all faiths and cultural backgrounds attend camp. To meet the goals of our mission, Camp Ocoee has a unique and important tradition of emphasizing the Christian aspect of a camper’s experience. Campers are engaged in daily, Biblical-based devotions. With that said, YMCA Camp Ocoee is not a church-affiliated camp; therefore, we do not engage in matters of Christian doctrine or philosophy.
“I’m Third” – Camp Slogan
(Philippians 2:3-8, Galatians 6:2, Luke 9:57-62, James 4:1-3, John 13:2-17)
I’m Third is a slogan treasured at YMCA Camp Ocoee. It means to put our focus on God 1st, others 2nd, and ourselves 3rd. By doing this, we devote ourselves to lifting up others and therefore spreading the love of Jesus with everyone around us. This type of hospitality and humility is vital in our camp culture.
Attention Parents: Please do not contact us on behalf of your son or daughter. We are looking for responsible applicants who can take the initiative to apply for their own job.
