Camp Counselor Job at Chewonki Foundation, Wiscasset, ME

ZmZrQXVvdzJhMktvSThPR2dvRVpZUzdMeUE9PQ==
  • Chewonki Foundation
  • Wiscasset, ME

Job Description

Camp Chewonki is a nature-based overnight camp and expedition-based youth leadership program for children aged 8-15 who spend 10 days or 3 weeks at camp. The overnight camp program focuses on building cabin community, learning skills and knowledge in a core curriculum, and experiencing backcountry travel on multi-day remote cabin trips. Participants in our Leadership Expeditions are aged 14-18 and spend 3 weeks or 5 weeks learning leadership skills, remote travel, and a robust sense of self.

Camp Chewonki Cabin Counselors are kind, empathetic, thoughtful, and fun adults who are responsible for caring for the health and well-being of a cabin full of campers for the summer. Cabin counselors live in cabins with 8 campers and 1 other counselor. They help campers adjust to camp life, develop community with their cabin mates, navigate the daily schedule, and develop the skills to be successful anywhere. In addition to supporting campers daily routines, Cabin Counselors work as teaching assistants in activities and collaborate with trip leaders to facilitate multi-day remote trips for their cabin. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with children, spending time in the outdoors, and a dedication to lifelong learning.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Hold responsibility for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of participants; this includes:

    • Develop healthy and appropriate relationships with participants

    • Conduct daily check-ins with participants

    • Manage risk and maintaining the safety of participants

    • Provide direct supervision of participants as assigned

  • Live in cabins with campers and other cabin leader; support campers in daily living routines and facilitate meal times

  • Assist with the facilitation at activity areas and of cabin’s remote trips

  • Plan and execute free time activities, evening activities and special events

  • Be an active member of the Chewonki community; e.g. participate in camp set up and take down

  • Uphold the Chewonki Foundation’s  mission and values

    • Learn and uphold Chewonki Protocols as stated in Camp Chewonki Staff Handbook

    • Learn and uphold Field Protocols as set forth by Chewonki

  • Instill joy and enthusiasm into the daily life of camp

Special Benefits

  • Incentives:

    • travel stipend

    • room & board

    • $200 Refer-a-Friend bonus

    • potential Lifeguard Certification course

    • academic internship credit possible

Requirements

Must Pass Criminal Background Check

Why work here

Very competitive salary within the camping industry, full room and board, extensive training, days off to explore Maine, laundry services provided.

You can earn academic internship credit for this position! Our camp fosters an excellent work experience and fulfills most school's internship requirements. We will build out a set of individualized learning objectives and specific goals for you to achieve throughout the summer. Our Camp Directors will be happy to tailor these objectives individually to your course or Major of study!

MOST IMPORTANTLY- You'll have the opportunity to truly change children's lives, develop essential interpersonal, leadership, team building (and more) skills for your future, forge real connection and community with your co-workers, explore and enjoy the incredible natural environment, and learn more about yourself than you thought possible. It will be the summer of a lifetime.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Summer work, Internship, Seasonal work, Remote job, Outdoor, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

Similar Jobs

Remarkable Talent

Entry Level Event Assistant Job at Remarkable Talent

 ...No Experience Needed | Paid Training | Career Growth Opportunities Are you outgoing, people-focused, and eager to gain hands-on...  ...Public Relations is a plus No prior experience necessary internships, volunteer work, or involvement in campus events/marketing is... 

Bachus & Schanker, LLC

Case Investigator Job at Bachus & Schanker, LLC

 ...Schanker, LLC has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Case Investigator to join its team in the Aurora office. This is an in-office...  ...acquiring information critical to case management Collect accident details, insurance information and police reports Conduct... 

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School

Elementary, PE and Middle School Language Arts Teacher Job at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School in Miami, Florida has an opening for a qualified MS English and Language Arts Teacher, for the upcoming 2025 - 26 school year. This candidate can help students learn, apply higher thinking skills, and is qualified to teach all levels... 

Valor Hospitality Partners

Sales Manager - Cloudland Resort Hotel Job at Valor Hospitality Partners

 ...C loudland at McLemore Resort is a new Curio Collection by Hilton hotel set on the cliff-edge atop Lookout Mountain, GA. The 245 room hotel includes over 20,000 sq. ft. of beautifully appointed meeting space, most with floor to ceiling windows overlooking McLemore Cove... 

Vacation Advertiser

Guest Services Travel Agent Job at Vacation Advertiser

 ...Start an Exciting New Role with Unlimited Growth Potential! Vacation Advertiser is seeking Guest Services Travel Agents ! If you have a passion for travel and enjoy helping others, this is your chance to turn that passion into a rewarding career. What You'll Do...