Camper Care Specialist

Seeds of Peace Camp; Denmark (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth summer camp located in Maine is seeking a Camper Care Specialist to enhance the well-being of campers and staff. In this on-site role, you will collaborate with camp leadership and health staff to ensure a supportive environment. Responsibilities include coaching staff and providing direct camper care as needed. Candidates should have experience in child development, be flexible and warm, and love camp life, as these qualities are crucial for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in camp, education, counseling, social work, psychology, or youth-serving settings.
• Strong background in child & adolescent development and group dynamics.
• Skilled at building trust with children, teens, and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support mental and emotional well-being of campers.
• Work collaboratively with camp leadership and health staff.
• Coach and support staff while providing direct camper care.

Skills

Experience in camp settings

Knowledge in child & adolescent development

Ability to build trust

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Camp Walden is seeking a Camper Care Specialist to support the mental, emotional, social, and overall well-being of campers and staff in our residential summer camp community.

This immersive, on-site role works collaboratively with camp leadership, health staff, and counselors to ensure every camper feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. The position focuses on coaching and supporting staff while also providing direct camper care when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in camp, education, counseling, social work, psychology, or youth-serving settings
• Strong background in child & adolescent development and group dynamics
• Warm, calm, flexible, and solution-oriented
• Skilled at building trust with children, teens, and adults
• Comfortable supporting and coaching staff
• Organized, discreet, and professional
• A sense of humor and genuine love for camp life (singing off-key encouraged!)