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Reports to: Village Coordinator

Cabin Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 co-counselors
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Plans, leads, and implements intentional camp programming for campers that keeps campers engaged, and having fun
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Maintains a schedule for campers and reviews the all-camp schedule daily  
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written and verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary staff trainings

Cabin Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Experience in parks, recreational work, social work, speech therapy, babysitting, mental health fields, education, or related field that works directly with children is preferred
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once   
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Organizational skills
• Will be asked to work with campers of all ages and genders
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, social work, speech therapy, babysitting, mental health fields educational environment or in a related field
• First Aid and CPR certification required before first summer session begins (Camp will provide unpaid day program to get certified)

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children, we serve in.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email our Program Coordinator, Davina Valenzuela at 

jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Aquatics Coordinator

Camp Lifeguard is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a counselor. The first is the role of camp counselor, that has its own unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of lifeguard (responsibilities listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of a Camp Lifeguard, and a successful staff member at CBW.

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Plans, leads, and implements intentional camp programming for campers that keeps campers engaged, and having fun
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Maintains a schedule for campers and reviews the all-camp schedule daily 
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written and verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR, lifeguarding)

 

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 cabin counselors as assigned
• Plans, leads, and implements intentional pool programming for campers to engage campers and promote camper development throughout their stay at CBW
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the pool area and lifeguard shack
• Knows, understands, and teaches all emergency procedures associated with the pool area
• Oversees all pool activities, including water safety, and swim tests
  • • Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations, and pool policies
    • Facilitates swim tests for all campers and staff prior to swimming
    • Supervises campers and staff as they swim
    • Assists in swimming lessons
    • Monitors pool levels when campers and staff are swimming
• Creates safe, age-appropriate, and engaging programming
  1. Ensures that supply request forms are submitted at appropriate time to Aquatics Coordinator
• Ensures the cleanliness of pool area
  1. Checks pool chemicals prior to anyone going in pool
  2. Clears all debris in and outside the pool
  3. Cleans bathroom after each rotation
  4. Disinfects the pool area whenever possible
• Understands all emergency procedures
  1. Preforms and practices lifeguard and first aid drills with the rest of the team

1. May need to perform in case of emergency  

• Assists in the set up and closing of the pool

Lifeguard Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Must be able to swim, or have the ability required to complete lifeguard training exercises
• Experience in parks, recreational work, social work, speech therapy, babysitting, mental health fields, education, or related field that works directly with children is preferred
• Overnight and live in position
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Willingness to learn and practice a variety of skills and positions
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in swimming program, water safety, or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)
• Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities.

For more information, please email our Program Coordinator, Davina Valenzuela at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Program Director

Job Overview and Specific Responsibilities:

The Arts’ Coordinator is a member of our CBW Summer Leadership Staff and is supervised by the Program Director. The Arts program’s creativity and ingenuity allows campers to build identity and learn to express themselves throughout their stay at CBW. The Arts’ Coordinator plans and implements crafts, music, skits, camp décor, and dances related to the summer program and curriculum.  In doing so, campers learn and grow in identity and expression through creative outlets. A successful Arts’ Coordinator supports and supervises the staff within their department (roughly 5 staff members). The Art Coordinator is responsible for developing and running programs within their department (arts and crafts, dance, music, theater, etc.), as well as leading training sessions during pre-camp orientation. Applicants should have at least two years of previous camp experience and be able to train, supervise, and evaluate arts counselors. Applicants should have experience working with children and be able to work with various behavior and developmental issues as they arise.

Arts Responsibilities:

• Train or assist with training arts counselors in areas of youth development, teamwork, communication, problem solving, programming, values acquisition, and camp policies
  • Implement training based on camp pillars (inclusion, respect, identity, community)
  • Empower arts counselors to set individual and department goals
  • Address clear responsibilities for arts department, and teach staff proper programming
• Coach and manage counselors in establishing a safe, fun, and meaningful environment
  • Facilitate regular meetings for full arts department staff
  • Identify and implement motivational strategies for success
  • Implement organizational and communication strategies to ensure that expectations are clear and attainable
  • Organizing and disinfecting the Music and Arts Center (MAC)  
    • Conducting pre summer inventory as well as post summer inventory with the help of staff
    • Creating an inviting space for campers and staff
• Supervise the social, emotional, and physical safety of campers and staff
  • Communicate with staff regarding camper needs before each session
  • Ensure that campers and staff maintain good hygiene, health, and safety practices
  • Monitor social, emotional, and physical safety throughout the time that campers are in your program area
  • Filling out/ reviewing forms such as staff evaluations
  • Practice crafts and projects with arts staff before doing them with campers to ensure safety and materials needed
    • Good way to practice instructions too  
• Empower counselors to develop and implement high quality programs in and out of the arts department
  • Scheduling an order of programs within department
  • Reviewing program lesson plans for different age groups
  • Formatting supply request forms and submitting forms to Program Director/ Program Coordinator
  • Preparing and decorating camp for all special/themed days including but not limited to, summer theme, carnival, banquets, Color Chaos
• Sets arts expectations for all counseling staff on camp
  • Sets up check out log and distributes or delegates arts supplies to staff whenever needed 
• Promote and implement practices in reflection and assessment for program quality, camper behavior/achievement, and staff growth.
• Taking inventory, delegating, and ordering art supplies for camp and arts staff
• Prepare back-up plans for rainy days
• Assigning daily hour off as while as ensuring that staff takes hours off
• Works together with other Leadership staff to assign days off for staff within your department

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in a shared residence (Leadership Lodge) with the rest of our leadership team
• Role model to camp counselors and arts staff 
• Helps create a safe and inclusive camp community
• Works with leadership team to run and schedule camp events such as all-camp activities, carnivals, talent shows, and banquets 
• Follows the leadership schedule created by program coordinator
• Ensures the cleanliness of living quarters and camp site
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Participates in all aspects of camp, including meals, to understand each cabin’s dynamics and be part of the fabric of the camp community
• Participates in regular staff and leadership meetings to discuss progress of campers and cabin dynamics
• Attends, engages in, and completes the camp’s leadership, programmatic, and all-staff training unless instructed otherwise
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Provides cabin coverage for other counselors and staff as needed-occasionally requiring you to spend the night in a cabin
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents

Additional Program Area Responsibilities

• Reviews and creates arts programming
  • Ensuring that programming is intentional, age appropriate, and engaging
  • Writing and running lesson plans, and program descriptions for counselors and arts staff
• Practices staff appreciation and advocates for arts staff
  • Creates a fun and creative way for staff in department to feel appreciated and part of our camp community
• Ensuring staff wellness
  • Having weekly conversations with staff about their performance and any support they need

Art Coordinator Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Proven experience in any of the following required (arts and crafts, dance, music, instruments, drama,  theatre)  
• Prior camp experience is preferred
• Organizational skills
• Proven leadership skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Has the ability to deescalate situations in a calming demeanor 
• Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate others
• Ability to work independently for hours at a time
• Is vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once
• Has ability to communicate from peers to supervisors
• Willingness to place the needs of the campers and camp above personal desires
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the summer
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to swimming, walking, and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, and more

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience supervising others professionally
• At least 1 year of experience in arts and crafts, dance, theater, or related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email our Program Coordinator, Davina Valenzuela at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Arts Coordinator

Arts Counselor is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a counselor. The first is the role of camp counselor, that has its own unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of arts counselor (responsibilities listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of an Arts Counselor, and a successful staff member at CBW.

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written or verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR)

 

Arts Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 cabin counselors as assigned
• Responsible for planning and implementing arts programming that reflects our four pillars of camp
  • Arts counselors should be able to lead programs in designated areas (dance, arts & crafts, theater, etc.)
    • In cases where the program ends early, backup programs should be planned
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable opportunities for camp participants.
• Attends and engages in arts department and all camp meetings
• Organizes and disinfects the Music and Arts Center (MAC) before every session
  • Organizes and cleans work area before every activity session
• Helps conduct pre & post-summer inventory of the arts supplies
• Practices crafts, activities, and projects with arts staff before doing them with campers to ensure safety and see what materials are still needed
• Communicates supply needs to Arts Coordinator and fills out supply request forms
• Prepares and decorates camp for all special/themed days including but not limited to, summer theme, carnival, banquets, Color Chaos

 

Arts Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Overnight and live in position
• Experience in parks, recreational work, social work, speech therapy, babysitting, mental health fields, education, or related field that works directly with children is preferred
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Willingness to learn and practice a variety of skills and positions
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in arts and crafts, dance, theater, or related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

 

Reports to: Athletics Coordinator

Athletics Counselor is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a program staff member. The first is the role of a camp counselor, that has its own unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of athletics counselor (responsibilities listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of an Athletics Counselor, and a successful staff member at CBW.

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written or verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR)

 

Athletics Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 cabin counselors as assigned
• Assists in athletics programming based on pre-arranged intentional, engaging, and recreational themes that reflect our four camp pillars
  • Athletics counselors should have ability to lead programs in different areas of sports and recreation: football, soccer, baseball, archery, basketball, kickball, scavenger hunts, stretching, running, hiking, yoga, dance, gaga ball, to name a few
    • In cases where the program ends early, or extreme weather (rainy, hot) days backup programs should be planned
  • Programs activities where campers work towards a goal
  • Creates inclusive environment within different programs
• Guides campers in participation of all athletics activities
• Attends program week to plan, implement, and practice sports programming
  • Must attend archery training during program week training
• Organizes and disinfects the sports shed before every session
  • • Conduct pre-summer and post-summer inventory
    • Takes inventory of equipment, and updates and submits material request forms for any needed equipment
    • Submitting supply request forms to Athletics Coordinator at an appropriate time
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Works with athletics department to divide responsibilities amongst athletics team for each day (archery, cleaning up sports shed, hikes, field games)  
• Ensures the cleanliness of the program area and camp site.
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, camper evaluations, and equipment logs.
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening, and coming to a conversation solution focused

 

Camp Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Organizational skills
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Experience leading or teaching team sports is preferred
• Experience in parks, recreational work, social work, speech therapy, babysitting, mental health fields, education, or related field that works directly with children is preferred
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Willingness to learn and practice a variety of skills and positions
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in sports, team building or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Archery Training (onsite training)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

 

Reports to: Program Director   

Job Overview and Specific Responsibilities:

One of camp’s most engaging programmatic areas is our athletics and ropes departments, where campers learn about teamwork, identity, winning, losing, and inclusivity. One of the main jobs of the Athletics Coordinator is to ensure that programs and ropes/athletics staff are able facilitate these different values alongside our four camp pillars of respect, inclusion, identity, and community.

The Athletics Coordinator is a member of our CBW Summer Leadership Staff and is supervised by the Program Director. The Athletics Coordinator supports and supervises the staff within their 2 departments- Ropes and Athletics (roughly 5-8 staff members). The Athletics Coordinator is also responsible in leading and attending pre-camp training sessions. Applicants should have at least two years of previous camp experience, experience teaching team sports or recreational activities, and be able to train, supervise, and evaluate athletic counselors. Applicants should have extensive experience working with children and be able to work with various behavior and developmental issues as they arise.

 

Athletics Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise the following departments: High Ropes, Climbing Wall, Low Ropes, Athletics, and Archery
• Train or assist with training athletics & ropes counselors in areas of youth development, teamwork, communication, problem solving, programming, values acquisition, and camp policies
  • Implement training based on camp community goals
  • Empower counselors to set individual and department goals
  • Teaching department staff clear responsibilities, as well as teaching proper programming
• Coach and manage counselors in establishing a safe, fun, and meaningful environment
  • Facilitate regular meetings for full department staff
  • Identify and implement motivational strategies for success
  • Implement organizational and communication strategies to ensure that expectations are clear and attainable
  • Organizing and disinfecting the sports & ropes shed weekly   
    • Conducting pre summer inventory as well as post summer inventory with the help of staff
    • Creating an inviting space for campers and staff
•  Supervise the social, emotional, and physical safety of campers and staff
  • Communicate with staff regarding camper needs before each session
  • Ensure that campers and staff maintain good hygiene, health, and safety practices
  • Monitor social, emotional, and physical safety throughout the time that campers are in your program area
  • Filling out/ reviewing forms such as staff evaluations
  • Practice activities, and inspections of program areas with staff before doing them with campers to ensure safety and materials needed
    • Good way to practice instructions too
• Facilitate inspections of high ropes and climbing tower daily (if auto belay is being used, you must check it before every use)
  • Daily Inspection Logs check for ropes activities
  • Ensures that the ropes areas are set up and broken down daily
• Empower counselors to develop and implement high quality programs in and out of the ropes & athletics department
  • Scheduling an order of programs within department
  • Reviewing program lesson plans for different age groups
  • Formatting supply request forms and submitting forms to Program Director/ Program Coordinator
  • Inspections of equipment sheds (Ropes, Archery, and Sport) for organization and cleanliness
• Sets athletics & ropes expectations for all counseling staff on camp
  • Sets up check out log or process to check out equipment from the sports shed 
  • Ensures that staff do not use ropes area without the supervision of a camp certified belayer
• Promote and implement practices in reflection and assessment for program quality, camper behavior/achievement, and staff growth.
• Taking inventory, delegating, and ordering equipment for camp and ropes or athletics staff
• Prepare back-up plans for rainy days or days with extreme weather (i.e., heat)
• Assigning daily hour off as while as ensuring that staff takes hours off
• Works together with other Leadership staff to assign days off for staff within your department

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in a shared residence (Leadership Lodge) with the rest of our leadership team
• Role model to camp counselors and athletics staff 
• Helps create a safe and inclusive camp community
• Works with leadership team to run and schedule camp events such as all-camp activities, carnivals, talent shows, and banquets 
• Follows the leadership schedule created by program coordinator
• Ensures the cleanliness of living quarters and camp site
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Participates in all aspects of camp, including meals, to understand each cabin’s dynamics and be part of the fabric of the camp community
• Participates in regular staff and leadership meetings to discuss progress of campers and cabin dynamics
• Attends, engages in, and completes the camp’s leadership, programmatic, and all-staff training unless instructed otherwise (including ropes and archery training)
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Provides cabin coverage for other counselors and staff as needed-occasionally requiring you to spend the night in a cabin
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents

 

Additional Program Area Responsibilities

• Reviews and creates athletics & ropes programming
  • Ensuring that programming is intentional, age appropriate, and engaging
  • Writing and running lesson plans, and program descriptions for counselors and athletics and ropes staff
• Practices staff appreciation and advocates for athletics and ropes staff
  • Creates a fun and creative way for staff in department to feel appreciated and part of our camp community
• Communicates with program director whenever there are areas of concern in any program areas   

• Ensuring staff wellness
  • Having weekly conversations with staff about their performance and any support they need

 

Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Proven experience in athletics, recreational, or sports setting
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Prior camp experience is preferred
• Proven leadership skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Organizational skills
• Has the ability to deescalate situations in a calming demeanor 
• Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate others
• Ability to work independently for hours at a time
• Is vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once
• Has ability to communicate from peers to supervisors
• Willingness to place the needs of the campers and camp above personal desires
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the summer
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• CBW is a 112-acre camp, with fields, and hills. Candidates must be able to maintain an active walking presence on camp, move equipment up to 30lbs, and maintain energy during long days outdoors.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience supervising others professionally
• At least 1 year of experience in sports, team building, high ropes, or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Challenge Works Ropes training (onsite training)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

 

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Athletics Coordinator  

Lead Ropes Counselor is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a counselor. The first is the role of camp counselor, that has its own unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of Lead Ropes Counselor that helps oversee the high ropes area and rock-wall and has its own distinct set of responsibilities (listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of a Lead Ropes Counselor, and a successful staff member at CBW.  

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written or verbal communication
• Participates and engages in all camp programming from meal times to all camp-programming
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR)

 

Ropes Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 cabin counselors as assigned
  1. Age group will be assigned by program directors/head counselors
• Teach and monitor proper use of equipment and ropes course
• Works with Athletics Coordinator to divide responsibilities amongst ropes team for each day (rock-wall, auto belay, high ropes, low ropes, cleaning of the shed, set-up and break down)  
• Main point of contact for the ropes team to bring up any concerns or suggestions to athletics coordinator
• Assists in ropes programming based on pre-arranged intentional, engaging, and recreational themes that reflect our four camp pillars
  1. The Lead Ropes Counselor should be able to develop creative, meaningful, and engaging ropes programming for our high ropes area, low ropes area, and rock-wall  
     1. In cases where the program ends early, or extreme weather (rainy, hot) days backup programs should be planned
  2. Programs activities where campers:
     1. Can choose to conquer any fears they might have
     2. work towards a goal
  3. Creates inclusive environment within different programs

• Performs safety checks including but not limited to daily rope logs, equipment checks, structure, and surrounding hazard inspections prior to every day of climbing
  • Reports any equipment, structure, or surrounding hazards to direct supervisor
• Attends program week to plan, implement, and practice belaying on the ropes  
  1. Must attend on-site ropes training before they are able to start belaying  
• Organizes and disinfects the ropes shed before every session
  1. 1. Conduct pre-summer and post-summer inventory
     2. Takes inventory of equipment, and updates and submits material request forms for any needed equipment
     3. Submitting supply request forms to Athletics Coordinator at an appropriate time
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Works with Athletics coordinator to schedule days off, hours off, and drills on the ropes area
• Ensures the cleanliness of the program area and camp site.
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, and inspection sheets
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening, and coming to a conversation solution focused

Lead Ropes Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Organizational skills
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors (previous experience with children desirable)
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to fear of heights, camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to lifting, moving, and carry participants as you belay them, ability to work at high elevations, swimming, and more.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in ropes, team building or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)
• Challenge Works Training (onsite training)
• Archery Training (onsite training)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

 

Reports to: Athletics Coordinator & Lead Ropes Instructor

Ropes Counselor is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a counselor. The first, is the role of camp counselor, that has its unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of Ropes Counselor that helps at the high ropes and rock-wall area and has its own distinct set of responsibilities (listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of Ropes Counselor, and a successful staff member at CBW.  

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written or verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR)

Ropes Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 cabin counselors as assigned
• Teach and monitor proper use of equipment and ropes course
• Assists in ropes programming based on pre-arranged intentional, engaging, and recreational themes that reflect our four camp pillars
  1. Programs activities where campers:
     1. Can choose to conquer any fears they might have
     2. work towards a goal
  2. Creates inclusive environment within different programs

• Performs safety checks including but not limited to daily rope logs, equipment checks, structure, and surrounding hazard inspections prior to every day of climbing
  • Reports any equipment, structure, or surrounding hazards to direct supervisor
• Attends program week to plan, implement, and practice belaying on the ropes 
  1. Must attend on-site ropes training before they are able to start belaying 
• Organizes and disinfects the ropes shed before every session
  1. 1. Conduct pre-summer and post-summer inventory
     2. Takes inventory of equipment, and updates and submits material request forms for any needed equipment
     3. Submitting supply request forms to Athletics Coordinator at an appropriate time
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Ensures the cleanliness of the program area and camp site
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening, and coming to a conversation solution focused

Ropes Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Organizational skills
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors (previous experience with children desirable)
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to fear of heights, camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to lifting, moving, and carry participants as you belay them, ability to work at high elevations, swimming, and more.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in ropes, team building or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)
• Challenge Works Training (onsite training)
• Archery Training (onsite training)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

 

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

 

Reports to: Assistant Director 

Job Overview and Specific Responsibilities:

Our Camp Care Coordinators are a part of our summer leadership team at CBW. They are the key members at camp that set a culture of safety and inclusivity within our camp for the children and the rest of our camp community. A successful Camper Care Coordinator collaborates with the directors’ team, camp leadership staff, counselors, nurses, parents/guardians, and external service providers to establish protocols and plans that promote the physical, social, and emotional well-being of our campers and staff. They help new or returning counselors in working with campers who are having difficulties adjusting to camp, work directly with campers, and partner with parents and campers’ therapists as necessary. To achieve this, there are specific job responsibilities and expectations that the Camper Care Coordinator must ensure are implemented throughout our summer program.

Camper Care Job Responsibilities:

• Provides direct service support to individual campers by reviewing camper files and working with the registration team prior to the camper’s arrival
  • Communicate with parents/guardians (as needed) to address the circumstances and resources needed for their campers to thrive in our camp environment
  • Work with parents/guardians, campers, and camp staff to establish behavioral plans if needed
  • Gives updates to registration team, directors, and parents on camper’s progression throughout the summer sessions
• Equip staff members with the skills and tools needed to support the social, emotional, and physical well-being of our campers through staff development such as:
  • Being consistently available to staff for advice, tips, or tools
  • Staff Training (orientation)
  • Ongoing staff trainings throughout the summer
  • Individual meetings with cabin teams on a weekly basis
    1. Discussing each camper with cabin counselor teams and equipping them with information and tools to help campers be successful throughout the session
• Communicates with Head Counselors daily to touch base and discuss any updates or action steps that are needed for individual campers
• Monitors camper behavior and addresses the needs of those who may need extra support or services over the course of camp program. Including but not limited to:
  • Check-ins with camp staff
  • Direct observations and interventions as needed
    • May be asked to facilitate and help with cabin discussions, disputes, or debriefs
  • Works with camp directors to determine whether camp is a safe environment for campers who compromise the safety of themselves or others
    • Informs directors’ team of all serious situations involving violence, abuse, bullying, racism, or personnel issues
      • Communicates with parents/guardians about any behavioral or mental health concerns that arise while camper is in residence in consultation with the Assistant Director
• Monitors and takes note of staff who need extra support or services over the course of the summer
• Communicates with parents/guardians of campers who are new to our residential summer programs
• Manages and keeps camper care records of:
  • Daily cabin logs
  • Incident Reports
  • End-of-session camper reports
  • Note taking in CampMinder, our web-based record keeper
• May be asked to interact/file reports with Department of Children and Family Services with director supervision and/or guidance from JBBBSLA Staff
• May accompany camper/staff to ER in case of psychiatric emergency  

 

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in a shared residence (Leadership Lodge) with the rest of our leadership team
• Role model to camp counselors and programmatic staff 
• Helps create a safe and inclusive camp community
• Upkeep and maintain the camper care center/office throughout the summer program
• Works with leadership team to run and schedule camp events such as all-camp activities, carnivals, talent shows, and banquets 
• Follows the leadership schedule created by program coordinator
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Ensures the cleanliness of living quarters and camp site
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Participates in all aspects of camp, including meals, to understand each bunk’s dynamics and be part of the fabric of the camp community
• Participates in regular staff and leadership meetings to discuss progress of campers and bunk dynamics
• Attends, engages in, and completes the camp’s leadership, programmatic, and all-staff trainings unless instructed otherwise
• Provides cabin coverage for other counselors and staff as needed-occasionally requiring you to spend the night in a cabin
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents

 

Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Prior camp experience is preferred
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Willingness to share and make joint decisions with other camper care coordinators 
• Has the ability to deescalate situations in a calming demeanor  
• Ability to work independently for hours at a time
• Enjoyment of working in an outdoor and indoor environment interchangeably
• Is vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once
• Has ability to communicate from peers to supervisors
• Proven ability to work with individuals experiencing mental health needs in engaging and professional manner
• Willingness to place the needs of the campers and camp above personal desires
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the summer
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience supervising others professionally
• At least 2 years of experience in high-level training working with individuals with mental health concerns, preferably knowledgeable of young people’s concerns, issues, and challenges, social work, therapy, clinical psychology, or related fields
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email our Program Coordinator, Davina Valenzuela at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

 

Reports to: Program Director

Job Overview and Specific Responsibilities:

Village Coordinators are a part of our summer leadership team at CBW. They play an integral role in creating a magical summer camp experience to our campers. A successful Village Coordinator supports and supervises part of the counseling staff and campers at camp. Each Village Coordinator supervises a village of 5-6 cabins (roughly 50-60 campers) and 15-20 staff members. Village Coordinator are responsible for planning and implementing evening activities/events such as evening programs, carnivals, banquets, Bob’ Options, and more.  Each Village Coordinator provides input in camp activities, counselor development, and camp culture. To do this effectively, the Village Coord. must create a welcoming and inclusive environment through their job responsibilities.  

Village Coordinator Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supervising all counselors within their unit. This includes:
  • Daily check-ins
  • Making rounds every night at assigned cabins (planning who will do rounds on days off)
  • Support staff in developing and implementing fun, creative, and engaging activities in each cabin
  • Providing formal feedback. Once at staff training, another mid-summer, and finally, at the end of the summer. A formal feedback form will be distributed and should be filled out by head counselors
  • Assigning days off, hours off, and nights off for staff within your unit
• Train or assist with training counselors in areas of youth development, teamwork, communication, problem solving, programming, values acquisition, and camp policy
  • Implement training based on camp community goals
  • Empower counselors to set individual and unit goals
• Coach and manage counselors in establishing a safe, fun, and meaningful environment
  • Facilitate regular meetings for full unit staff and co-counselors
  • Identify and implement motivational strategies for success
  • Implement organizational and communication strategies to ensure that expectations are clear
•  Supervise the social, emotional, and physical safety of campers and staff in your unit
  • Be the frontline of behavior management and support for counselors with camper challenges and successes. 
  • Communicate with staff regarding camper needs before each session
  • Monitor campers throughout their sessions and communicate with leadership team members daily.
  • Ensure that campers and staff maintain good hygiene, health, and safety practices
  • Monitor social, emotional, and physical safety throughout the day, including rest hour, shower hour, and bedtime
• Promote and implement practices of reflection and assessment for program quality, camper behavior/achievement, and staff growth.
• Share in responsibilities of Leadership Staff
• Creates daily schedule for each camp session

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in a shared residence (Leadership Lodge) with the rest of our leadership team
• Role model to camp counselors and programmatic staff 
• Helps create a safe and inclusive camp community
• Works with leadership team to run and schedule camp events such as all-camp activities, carnivals, talent shows, and banquets 
• Follows the leadership schedule created by program coordinator
• Ensures the cleanliness of living quarters and camp site
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Participates in all aspects of camp, including meals, to understand each cabin’s dynamics and be part of the fabric of the camp community
• Participates in regular staff and leadership meetings to discuss progress of campers and cabin dynamics
• Attends, engages in, and completes the camp’s leadership, programmatic, and all-staff training unless instructed otherwise
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Provides cabin coverage for other counselors and staff as needed-occasionally requiring you to spend the night in a cabin
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents

 

Additional Village Coordinator Specific Responsibilities

• Reviewing department programs
  • Ensuring that programming is intentional, age appropriate, and engaging
  • Writing and running lesson plans
• Practicing staff appreciation
  • Creating a fun and creative way for staff in department to feel appreciated and part of a community
• Ensuring staff wellness
  • Having weekly conversations with staff about their performance and any support they need

Village Coordinator Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Can come up with activities with little to no supplies
• Creativity in coming up with games and activities
• Proven leadership skills
• Prior camp experience is preferred
• Organizational skills
• Willingness to share and make join decisions with head counselor team   
• Has the ability to deescalate situations in a calming demeanor 
• Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate others
• Ability to work independently for hours at a time
• Is vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once
• Has ability to communicate from peers to supervisors
• Willingness to place the needs of the campers and camp above personal desires
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the summer
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience supervising others professionally
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email our Program Coordinator, Davina Valenzuela at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

 

Reports to: Program Director

Jewish Educator and Song Leader Job Overview:

The Jewish Educator and Song Leader is a part of our summer leadership team for the Jewish Cultural Session at CBW. Their programming and display of Jewish cultural ideas and values at camp, play an integral role in creating a magical summer camp experience to our Jewish community. As such, this position works collaboratively with program coordinators to develop and design excellent and relevant activities, events, and trainings in relation to Jewish values as well as serve as a thought partner for internal staff. A successful Jewish Educator and Song Leader enhances and deepens Jewish values and helps deepen the cultural connection between our campers and Judaism. The Jewish Educator and Song Leader is a seasonal position that has different offerings throughout the year.

Jewish Educator and Song Leader Responsibilities:

• The Jewish Educator and Song leader is responsible for designing and implementing Jewish cultural programming that can intertwine throughout all aspects of camp including but not limited to arts, athletics, music, nature, and more
• As a song leader, you should be able to play the guitar and lead songs, hymns, and storytelling that encompasses the Jewish values of inclusivity, curiosity, and pluralism
• Enhances and strengths Jewish education that reflect our pluralist Jewish communities
• Plans and facilities Shabbat programming, including Friday night services, Saturday morning debrief opportunities, and Havdalah
• Works toward and helps establish a strategic plan for camp to ensure the magic of Jewish culture  
• Coaches camp staff on the skills necessary to navigate Jewish education in a multicultural and religiously diverse space
  • Collaborates with coordinators team on leadership trainings and educational programming to sure that content is high quality, mission-aligned, and in conversation with Jewish text and traditions
• Lead and teach American and Hebrew folk songs in camp-wide song sessions after meals, during Jewish programs, in fire circle settings, and during various down times. Leads blessings before and after meals.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Role model to camp counselors and programmatic staff 
• Helps create a safe and inclusive camp community
• Follows the leadership schedule created by program coordinator
• Ensures the cleanliness of living quarters and camp site
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Participates in all aspects of camp, including meals, to understand each cabin’s dynamics and be part of the fabric of the camp community
• Participates in regular staff and leadership meetings to discuss progress of campers and cabin dynamics
• Attends, engages in, and completes the camp’s staff training sessions unless instructed otherwise
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Provides cabin coverage for other counselors and staff as needed-occasionally requiring you to spend the night in a cabin
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents

 

Jewish Educator and Song Letter Skills/ Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• You are a creative and inspiring Jewish educator who is eager to teach others about Jewish values and culture
• They should be able to actively lead both Judaic and secular song sessions.
• Overnight and live in position (3 days during retreats, 14 days during summer session)
• Can come up with activities with little to no supplies
• Creativity in coming up with games and activities
• Prior camp experience is preferred
• Organizational skills
• Has the ability to deescalate situations in a calming demeanor 
• Ability to work independently for hours at a time
• Is vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once
• Has ability to communicate from peers to supervisors
• Willingness to place the needs of the campers and camp above personal desires
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the summer
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.
   

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 years of experience in either a camp, youth program, Judaic Studies, Jewish education, Jewish song leading or related field that works directly with children is preferred
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

 

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email our Program Coordinator, Davina Valenzuela at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Camp Photographer

The Media Counselor is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a counselor. The first is the role of camp counselor, that has its own unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of media counselor (responsibilities listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of an Media Counselor, and a successful staff member at CBW.

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written or verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR)

Athletics Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in cabin with a group of 8-10 campers and 2 cabin counselors as assigned
• Uploads pictures of camper interaction and engagement to our photo library that campers’ families are able to access
• Ensuring photos are captured daily at the different program areas around camp
  • Weekly schedules will be provided by Photography Coordinator 
  • Daily equipment checks must be conducted and ensuring that all equipment is working properly
  • Reporting any issues to Photography Coordinator
• Documents activities and programs through camps’ social media accounts: Instagram, Facebook
• Creates and edits social media content for camp  
• Helps create and edit slideshow for every session
• Assists in creating photography and media programming based on pre-arranged intentional, engaging, and recreational themes that reflect our four camp pillars
  • Leading photography and media workshops with campers with the help of Photography Coordinator
  • Guides campers in participation of all photography activities
• Ensures that programs run smoothly
  • Works closely with supervisors to request supplies and equipment at an appropriate time

• Assisting with editing photos and working towards posts on the different Camp Bob Waldorf media accounts
• Attends program week to plan, implement, and practice taking pictures, creating slideshow, and posting on our social media accounts
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, camper evaluations, and equipment logs.
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening, and coming to a conversation solution focused

Camp Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Organizational skills
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Experience and interest creating social media content (Instagram-reels, stories, posts, Tik Tok, Facebook)
• Experience in parks, recreational work, social work, speech therapy, babysitting, mental health fields, education, or related field that works directly with children is preferred
• Vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and supervisors
• Patient in high pressure situations that deal with camper issues including but not limited to camper anxiety, facilitation of large crowds, homesickness
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• Willingness to learn and practice a variety of skills and positions
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the program
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for prolonged periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in either a camp, youth program, recreational work, speech therapy, mental health fields, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in photography, editing, or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Program Director 

Job Overview and Specific Responsibilities:

The role of the Photography Coordinator is to capture daily life at camp with photography and make those beautiful moments available to camper guardians via our guardian portal and social media. supports and supervises the staff within their department (1 staff member). The Photography Coordinator is a member of the Leadership Staff and are supervised by the Program Director. This position is responsible for ensuring that photos are taken of campers and staff throughout the different program areas, edits photos, and works towards posting photos to Camp Bob Waldorf’s social media accounts. Applicants should have at least one year of previous camp experience and be able to train, supervise, and evaluate counselors. Applicants should have extensive experience working with children and be able to work with various behavior and developmental issues as they arise.

 

Photography Coordinator Job Responsibilities:

• Train and assist in training for social media counselor in areas of photography, photo editing, social media, youth development, teamwork, communication, problem solving, and camp policy
  • Implement training based on camp community goals
  • Empower counselors to set individual and department goals
  • Teaching department staff clear responsibilities, as well as teaching proper programming
  • Train media counselor and camp staff on how to run photography workshops with campers
• Coach and manage counselors in establishing a safe, fun, and meaningful environment
  • Facilitate regular meetings for you and media counselor to be on same page  
  • Identify and implement motivational strategies for success
  • Implement organizational and communication strategies to ensure that expectations are clear and attainable

• Conducting pre summer inventory as well as post summer inventory (cleaning and counting equipment)

•  Supervise the social, emotional, and physical safety of campers and staff in your department
  • Communicate with staff regarding the different areas that will be photographed every day
  • Ensure that campers and staff maintain good hygiene, health, and safety practices
  • Monitor social, emotional, and physical safety of campers  
• Empower and train counselor to take high quality photos
  • Scheduling programs that will be photographed ahead of time
  • Conduct daily equipment checks, and report any issues to Program Director
  • Review all edited photos and posts before posting on guardian portal or social media
  • Formatting supply request forms and submitting forms to Program Director
• Promote and implement practices in reflection and assessment for program quality, camper behavior/achievement, and staff growth.
• Prepares and develops a slideshow for each session that highlights fun and meaningful moments throughout the session
  • Includes photos from all areas of camps and is inclusive in camper representation  
• Assigning daily hour off as while as ensuring that staff takes hours off

• Practices staff appreciation and advocates for photography department
  • Creates a fun and creative way for staff in department to feel appreciated and part of our camp community
• Ensures staff wellness
  • Having weekly conversations with staff about their performance and any support they need

 

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Sleeps in a shared residence (Leadership Lodge) with the rest of our leadership team
• Role model to camp counselors and photography staff 
• Helps create a safe and inclusive camp community
• Works with leadership team to run and schedule camp events such as all-camp activities, carnivals, talent shows, and banquets 
• Follows the leadership schedule created by program coordinator
• Ensures the cleanliness of living quarters and camp site
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Participates in all aspects of camp, including meals, to understand each cabin’s dynamics and be part of the fabric of the camp community
• Participates in regular staff and leadership meetings to discuss progress of campers and cabin dynamics
• Attends, engages in, and completes the camp’s leadership, programmatic, and all-staff training unless instructed otherwise (including ropes and archery training)
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Provides cabin coverage for other counselors and staff as needed-occasionally requiring you to spend the night in a cabin
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents

 

Camp Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• At least 21 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19
• Proven photography, videography, photo editing skills
• Overnight and live in position (during camp season, up to 10 weeks)
• Prior camp experience is preferred
• Proven leadership skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Organizational skills
• Has the ability to deescalate situations in a calming demeanor 
• Ability to train, supervise, and evaluate others
• Ability to work independently for hours at a time
• Is vigilant enough to supervise and engage with 8-10 campers at once
• Has ability to communicate from peers to supervisors
• Willingness to place the needs of the campers and camp above personal desires
• Flexibility to take on and succeed at multiple positions throughout the summer
• Must be willing to work long days with adequate breaks in between (1 hour off per day, nights off, 36hrs off after every session, and 24hrs off every session)
• CBW is a 112-acre camp, with fields, and hills. Candidates must be able to maintain an active walking presence on camp, move equipment up to 30lbs, and maintain energy during long days outdoors.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 years of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreational, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience supervising others professionally
• At least 1 year of experience in photography, videography, editing, etc.
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Ranch Coordinator

The Animal Care Counselor is a dual program role at CBW that encompasses two aspects of being a program staff member. The first is the role of a camp counselor, that has its own unique set of responsibilities (listed below). The second is the role of animal care counselor (responsibilities listed below). Both sets of responsibilities make up the role of an Animal Care Counselor, and a successful staff member at CBW.

 

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill growth, and general well-being during their 9-12 day overnight stay at CBW
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities for campers throughout their stay at CBW
• Assists campers with daily living skills as necessary (facilitating a shower schedule, naps, etc.)
• Organizes and leads small and large group activities, ranging from name games to evening activities
• Communicates with co-counselors and camp staff to address needs, wants, or issues that may range from within the cabin to all of camp
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin and camp site
• Maintains accurate records, daily behavioral logs as needed, and camper evaluations
• Reports any behavioral incidents to supervisor through written or verbal communication
• Understands all emergency procedures and protocols put in place within the camp
• Is aware of and comprehends all their campers’ dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (ranging from debriefs to disputes)
• Knows, follows, and enforces all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of campers, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code
• Participates and engages in thoughtful feedback during staff meetings, and trainings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by listening, giving feedback, and following camp protocol
• Understands and promotes our four pillars of respect, identity, inclusion, and community throughout their employment at CBW
• Accepts other reasonable responsibilities deemed necessary by your supervisor to ensure quality service to our camp constituents
• Attend, engage, and complete all necessary trainings (staff, CPR)

 

Animal Care Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, leads, and implements intentional camp programming for children.
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable opportunities for camp participants.
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Maintains a schedule for camp participants
• Organizes and leads various small and large group activities
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin, program area and camp site.
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, and camper evaluations.
• Knows and understands all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
• Comprehends camper’s dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them.
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ disputes.
• Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of your campers at all times, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code.
• Maintains constant surveillance
• Participates and gives thought feedback during staff meetings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening and coming to a conversation solution focused

 

Additional Program Area Responsibilities

• Ensures programming is intentional and engaging
  • Creating lesson plans to teach campers about proper animal care
    • Campers should be able to have positive, safe, and educational experience with the animals
  • Campers should learn basic understanding on how to take care of farm animals.
    • Knowing the importance of feeding, watering, cleaning animals and general animal care
    • Campers should understand the importance of enrichment and different ways to achieve it.
• Creating daily and weekly schedule
  • Ex. Animal feeding, cleaning, enrichment, etc.
• Communicates with Ranch Coordinator and Ranch Team
  • Guarantees supply request forms are completed and submitted at appropriate time
    • Ex. Animal feed, enrichment items, cleaning supplies, etc. 
  • Contacting outside sources such as veterinarians
• Assists the Ranch Team if needed in other areas such as the garden and the ranch kitchen

 

Animal Care Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Overnight and live in position
• Ability to lead in a group setting
• Being vigilant enough to supervise 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate amongst peers and supervisors
• Patience in high pressure situations including but not limited to camper anxiety, large crowds, homesickness
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed in multiple positions
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-30lbs, swimming, and more.
• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in zoology, farming, livestock or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Camp Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, leads, and implements intentional camp programming for campers.
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable opportunities for camp participants.
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Maintains a schedule for camp participants.
• Organizes and leads various small and large group activities
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin, program area and camp site.
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, and camper evaluations.
• Knows and understands all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
• Comprehends camper’s dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them.
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ disputes.
• Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of your campers at all times, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code.
• Maintains constant surveillance
• Participates and gives thought feedback during staff meetings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening, and comes to a conversation solution focused

Additional Program Area Responsibilities

• Plans and runs intentional and engaging programming
  • The Cooking Counselor should be able to guide campers through the lessons and recipes
  • Teaching campers about food safety, nutrition, and fun and easy recipes
  • Working with direct supervisor on designing creative, unique and age-appropriate lesson plans
    • Programs lessons should be planned before each summer session
  • Establishing team unity, responsibility, and new skills within the campers while in program area
• Guarantees a safe and healthy environment
  • Conducts pre-summer and post-summer inventory
  • Cleans, organizes, and resets kitchen before each rotation
  • The ability to adjust ingredients to accommodate for dietary restrictions/ allergies
• Communicates with Ranch Coordinator and Ranch Team
  • Guarantees supply request forms are completed and submitted at appropriate time
    • Ex.  Fresh ingredients, cleaning supplies, etc. 
• Assists the Ranch Team if needed in other areas such as the garden and animal care

Camp Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Overnight and live in position
• Ability to lead in a group setting
• Being vigilant enough to supervise 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate amongst peers and supervisors
• Patience in high pressure situations including but not limited to camper anxiety, large crowds, homesickness
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed in multiple positions
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.
• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in cooking, nutrition, or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)
• ServSafe Certification (will provide an unpaid program to get certified if not already)

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Report to: Ranch Coordinator

Gardening Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, leads, and implements intentional camp programming for children.
• Provides high-quality educational, recreational, and enjoyable opportunities for camp participants.
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Maintains a schedule for camp participants.
• Organizes and leads various small and large group activities
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin, program area and camp site.
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, and camper evaluations.
• Knows and understands all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
• Comprehends camper’s dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them.
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ disputes.
• Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of your campers at all times, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code.
• Maintains constant surveillance
• Participates and gives thought feedback during staff meetings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors.

 

Additional Program Area Responsibilities

• Implements intentional and engaging programming
  • Creating lesson plans to teach campers about effective planting, how to maintain and harvest a community garden/ greenhouse
  • Educating campers on at least three methods that they can use at home to grow their own vegetables, food, or plants
  • Campers should learn how to sow seeds/ or plant a seedling, harvesting, and tending to plant/garden. Campers should leave with a basic understanding of composting and how they can set up their own system in their homes
• Communicates with Ranch Coordinator and Ranch Team
  • Guarantees supply request forms are completed and submitted at appropriate time
    • Ex.  Plants, fertilizer, watering pots, etc.
• Assists the Ranch Team if needed in other areas such as animal care or ranch kitchen

Camp Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Overnight and live in position
• Ability to lead in a group setting
• Being vigilant enough to supervise 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate amongst peers and supervisors
• Patience in high pressure situations including but not limited to camper anxiety, large crowds, homesickness
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed in multiple positions
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 10-15lbs, swimming, and more.
• At least 18 years old
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in gardening, composting or in related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified in not already)

 

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities. For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org

Reports to: Program Director

Witherbee Counselor Overview:

Witherbee is Camp Bob Waldorf’s backpacking wilderness program. Offered in partnership with Outward Bound California and Lasting Adventures Backpacking Program, High Sierra CA Backpacking Outdoor Education | Outward Bound this 10-day program features time at Camp Bob Waldorf plus a rugged 7-day backpacking trip through beautiful landscapes such as Big Basin Redwoods State Park and Yosemite National Park. No electricity, no electronics, no plumbing…just the campers, their guides, and the great outdoors! The Witherbee Counselor serves as a form of emotional support to campers while on trail. Witherbee Counselors should have experience in hiking, camping, and be will equipped to manage a various of emotions such as but not limited to, homesickness, doubt, etc.  This position is physically challenging, for counselors as well as campers will be hiking through mountainous terrain carrying 30-40lbs of equipment and supplies. Staff and campers will be cooking on open flame and living outdoors in tents for the duration of their trip.

Witherbee Counselor Job Responsibilities:

• Plans, leads, and implements intentional camp programming for children.
  1. 1. Campers will be at camp for a few days before their backpacking trip led by Outward Bound
     2. Intentional programming will be a collaboration with Witherbee Coordinator
        • Creating programs that prepare campers for the backpacking trip, usually located in High Sierras, CA
• Provides high-quality educational and enjoyable opportunities for camp participants.
• Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Maintains a schedule for camp participants.
• Organizes and leads various small and large group activities
• Ensures the cleanliness of the cabin, program area and camp site.
• Maintains accurate program records, including incident reports, daily behavioral logs, and camper evaluations.
• Knows and understands all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
• Comprehends camper’s dietary restrictions/allergies and ensures that the appropriate meals/snacks are distributed to them.
• Mediates and facilitates campers’ discussions (conversations and disputes)
• Knows, enforces, and follows all safety guidelines associated with the camp program, this includes knowing the whereabouts of your campers at all times, emergency procedures, and appropriate dress code.
• Maintains constant surveillance
• Participates and gives thought feedback during staff meetings
• Communicates effectively with direct supervisors by giving feedback, listening, and coming to conversations solution focused

Camp Counselor Skills / Qualifications:

• Enjoys being in the company of children
• Overnight and live in position
• Enjoying the outdoors (hiking, camping, swimming, etc.)
• Ability to lead in a group setting
• Being vigilant enough to supervise 8-10 campers at once  
• Ability to communicate amongst peers and supervisors
• Patience in high pressure situations including but not limited to camper anxiety, large crowds, homesickness
• Problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to take on and succeed in multiple positions
• Organizational skills
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks in various climates including but not limited to walking and standing for long periods of time, lifting 30-50lbs, swimming, and more.
• At least 20 years old, older preferred
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19

Education and Experience Requirements:

• At least 1 year of experience in a camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, educational environment or in a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in outdoor education, backpacking, or in a related field
• First Aid and CPR certification (will provide an unpaid day program to get certified if not already)

If you are someone that wants to impact and inspire children in a safe and unique setting, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity that can spark change and a sense of community in you and the children we serve.

 

Will be asked to provide 2 references (at least one professional). May be asked to demonstrate programming abilities.

For more information, please email us at jobs@campbobwaldorf.org