ADVENTURES COUNSELORS

Running Brook Camps; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pre-camp training

Overnight camping experience

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Running Brook Camps is seeking energetic staff to lead and support campers during their summer season in Waltham, MA. You will engage youth in a variety of outdoor activities and serve as a positive role model.

Responsibilities include co-leading day and overnight trips, participating in training, and maintaining enthusiasm while ensuring camper safety. Eligible candidates are 18+, CPR/First Aid certified, with relevant education and experience.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Clean driving record.
• Relevant education and experience in youth programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and model positive behavior for campers.
• Co-lead day and overnight camping trips.
• Facilitate activities like kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, and biking.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team on group management.
• Participate in pre-camp training and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

CPR/First Aid

Education

Relevant education and experience

Job description

At Running Brook, we believe that camp is special because of the people who are there. Camp is a place where youth come to play and grow in a group - as a member of our staff, you will play an integral role in this incredible experience. Along the way, we hope you will learn about yourself and gain valuable experience to use throughout your life.

• An opportunity for you to positively impact youth by being a leader and role model
• Flexible professional development opportunities to benefit you regardless of career path
• A community of coworkers with the drive to create meaningful change while having fun
• Competitive pay with increases based on level of experience
• Be available for the camp season: June 22nd through August 14th 2026, Monday to Friday from 8:15am-4:00pm
• Participate in pre-camp training and professional development
• Co-lead a combination of day and overnight tent camping trips
• Be an active participant and leader in all activities throughout the day, including: kayaking, canoeing, tent camping, rock climbing, hiking, biking, backpacking, etc.
• Collaborate with the Leadership Team about group management
• Maintain a positive attitude and an enthusiasm for your work with all campers

• 18 years of age or older
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Relevant education and experience
• Examples: education, child development, clinical work, parks and recreation
• Clean driving record
  

There is room for everyone at camp. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of ages, abilities, and backgrounds at camp. We encourage value, and honor diversity and support a culture of equity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer, committed to fostering equity at every level of the organization. We recognize that this is a long-term, ongoing commitment that requires active learning and change on the part of our organization.