Counselor

Seeds of Peace Camp; Maine; On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A summer camp for youth in Maine is looking for dedicated staff members to supervise campers and lead enriching activities. The role requires providing safety, support, and encouragement in a fun and creative environment. Candidates should love working with kids, thrive in a team atmosphere, and be ready to commit to onsite summer camp life. Ideal applicants have great communication skills and a passion for helping children grow into confident individuals.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old, with experience working with kids preferred.
• Demonstrated love for creativity and the outdoors.
• Ability to communicate effectively and exercise good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise campers and ensure their safety and well-being.
• Lead engaging activities in arts, music, athletics, and outdoor adventures.
• Help build a strong camp community and resolve conflicts among campers.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Creativity

Team collaboration

Job description

Core Responsibilities

Keep Campers Safe & Supported Be the steady, caring presence in your cabin—supervising campers, following safety procedures, and helping everyone feel secure, seen, and cared for.

Bring the Fun (and the Creativity!) Lead or assist in activities like arts, music, dance, athletics, or outdoor adventure—making each day engaging, positive, and all about trying new things.

Build Cabin & Camp Community Help campers make friends, solve conflicts kindly, and feel like they belong. Jump into campfires, evening programs, festivals, and all the big Med‑o‑lark moments.

Cabin Life = The Real Deal Guide the daily rhythms—wake‑ups, meals, clean‑ups, bedtime routines, and everything in between—with clear expectations, good humor, and lots of encouragement.

Be a Great Teammate Show up for your fellow staff, communicate well, and help keep camp running smoothly—because the best summers are built together.

• You’re at least 18 years old (19+ is a plus for some roles).
• You’ve worked with kids before—as a coach, teacher, mentor, babysitter, camp staffer, or all‑around awesome human (strongly preferred!).
• You love creativity, the outdoors, and helping kids grow into confident, kind, independent humans.
• You can lead with heart and handle the moment—great communication, good judgment, and solid problem‑solving skills.
• You thrive in a lively, team‑based environment where every day is different and everyone pitches in.
• You’re ready to go all‑in on camp life, living onsite and showing up fully for the community all summer long.