Now hiring for summer staff!
Ketcha Outdoors is a year-round charitable non-profit organization serving the southern Maine community with programs in youth development, family enrichment, and summer day camping. We strive to get children, youth and families outdoors on our 107 acres of meadows, forests, streams, and wetlands to appreciate what nature has to offer. Work with us and get outside and have fun!
We're on 107 acres of land between Scarborough, Maine’s seacoast and salt marshes and minutes away from Portland!
About Ketcha Outdoors
Ketcha Outdoors is a year-round charitable non-profit organization serving the southern Maine community with programs in youth development, family enrichment, and summer day camping. We strive to get children, youth, and families outdoors on our 107 acres of meadows, forests, streams, and wetlands to appreciate what nature has to offer. From year-round leadership to seasonal school year and summer positions we have an opportunity for you!
The Employee Experience
In a position with Ketcha Outdoors, you’ll make a difference in the lives of children, get outside, and have fun! Full-time and part-time positions available! At Camp Ketcha you’ll get to experience the fun and camaraderie of working at a summer camp on a Monday-to-Friday schedule so you’ll have weekends and evenings free. We offer paid certifications and trainings for eligible positions, and ask us about pairing your summer job with a paid internship through your school!
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for future staff who:
- Share a love of the outdoors
- Want to make a difference in the lives of children
- Have energy and enthusiasm
- Are leaders
- Are effective communicators
- Have patience and flexibility
- Love to have fun!
Room and Board
We do not offer housing but we have connections to internship housing if needed!
Employee Perks
- Employee child tuition discounts
- Portland Gear Hub staff discounts
- Referral bonuses
- End of summer weekly bonus
- Simple IRA Match *when eligibility requirements are met*
- Paid training including Mental Health Certification
For Fun
We’re 15 minutes from downtown Portland and right down the street from the beach and marshes! Staff outings and social activities planned throughout the summer!