Activity/Cabin Counselor

Seeds of Peace Camp; Oakland (ME); On-site; USD 22,320 - 44,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Travel stipend

Bonuses based on activity area

Job summary

A residential camp in Maine is seeking enthusiastic counselors to oversee children ages 7 to 15. Counselors will develop leadership skills, teach various activities, and collaborate with teammates. The role is perfect for confident, caring individuals looking to make a difference and create lasting relationships. Compensation includes a summer salary based on age, bonuses, and room and board. Join a vibrant international community of campers and counselors dedicated to empathy and trust.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is essential.
• Prior archery experience preferred.
• Must agree to supervise a group of children ages 7 to 15.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of a specific group of children in activities.
• Teach skills within an activity area you love.
• Work alongside teammates to craft a memorable camp experience.

Skills

Leadership skills

Conflict resolution

Ability to work with children

Archery skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Camp Somerset is hiring enthusiastic and mature leaders to work at our beautiful residential camp in Maine.

Staff members at Somerset develop leadership skills for life. You will oversee a specific group of children and teach skills within an activity area you love. Our camp is a terrific place to build your confidence, serve as a role model, and make lifelong friends.

You’ll work alongside teammates eager to collaborate and craft a memorable experience for our campers. Somerset staff members learn how to lead group discussions, practice conflict resolution, and coach kids to grow and build skills.

Counselors live in cabins with 12 campers and three other counselors.

Counselors work 5 periods per day and are off 4 to 5 nights per week (9:30 pm to 1 am). Counselors receive five days off during the summer.

In our international community, you will make friends who live in locations around the world. Our campers and counselors seek to build positive relationships with people who are empathic, caring, and trustworthy. Somerset relationships last a lifetime!

Application Requirements

• Candidates should have experience working with children.
• Prior archery experience preferred. Certifications available at camp.
• Candidates should have finished high school.
• Applicants agree to live and supervise a group of children ages 7 to 15.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation includes summer salary based on age, bonuses based on activity area, travel stipend, and room and board.