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Updated: Sunday, January 15, 2012 10:17:25 PM 


Do you enjoy making a difference?  Love working with kids?  Appreciate the outdoors?

Do you have experience working with young people?  Do you want all our campers to have the best and safest summer ever?

If you have answered yes to all of these questions, join our team of camping professionals!

 Apply for a Job!

We are currently hiring the following 2011 Camping Season positions:

-ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

-CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD
-CAMP COUNSELOR

-CAMP CARETAKER


All employees must be at least 16, but preferably 18 years of age.


All applicants must complete an Employment Application and Background Check form.


Click here to download the Employment Application.

Click here to download the Background Check Form.

 Make a Difference by Volunteering!

We are currently in need of the following 2011 Volunteer Responsibilities:

-Breakfast Servers (Overnight Camps)
-Lunch Servers (Day Camps)
-Dinner Servers (Overnight Camps)


Most volunteers spend an average of only 30-60 minutes at our camp each time.  It's easy!

All volunteers must submit a completed Volunteer Application and Background Check.

Click here to download the Volunteer Application.

Click here to download the Background Check Form.

*Mail the forms to PO Box 48, Jacksonville, IL  62651.  Thanks!

***If you have questions regarding employment or job descriptions, email contactus@wiyc.net.  Please do not call regarding employment.  Submit your application and we will contact you.  All positions will be filled by May 1.


Important Dates for Staff

Please make every effort to attend the following events:

May 19:   Camp Tour and Orientation, 6:30pm, Meet in Craft Hall
May 19:   CPR and First Aid Certification, 6pm-8pm, Meet in Dining Hall.
May 26:   Program Preparations and Planning Session, 3pm, Meet at Director's House.
May 28:   First day of Camp!

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

-A rewarding and fun-filled summer!
-Making a difference in the lives of our campers.
-Earning extra spending money.
-Delicious meals during your shift.
-The option of living at camp.
-Great work experience.
-Job references for future employers.

Welcome to the Team:
Please download and complete the following forms if you have been hired:

Illinois W4
Federal W4
Policy and Procedure Manual
*Also send in a copy of your Driver's License and any other certifications relevant to your position.

*Mail the forms to PO Box 48, Jacksonville, IL  62651.  Thanks!


All employees and volunteers must consent to and pass a background check, obtain a CPR and First Aid Certification, and be experienced in working with youth.  Our organization does not discriminate due to race, gender, age, religious or political affiliations.