Description

The Leaders in Training program is a small group (~10 campers) aged 12-14 that are practicing wilderness and leadership skills. The LIT Leader leads and partakes in service and wilderness projects - both on and off site - as well as a few overnight excursions around upstate NY. Trips generally consist of camping, hiking, kayaking, rafting or other outdoor recreation.  LIT Leaders are responsible for facilitating occasional on-site camp-outs for the LIT group and younger groups. The candidate must possess knowledge of safety and responsibility in nature, camping, hiking, paddling, and lifeguarding is a plus. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have current Wilderness First Aid training and CPR (or willing to obtain) and experience working with middle-school aged children, in either an educational or recreational setting. 

Expected Duties Include:

• Develop and maintain weekly LIT group schedules, with guidance and approval from camp admin.
• Assist camp admin in planning and preparing for excursions on and off-site.
• Understand and follow NYS camp regulations and policies.
• Provide guidance and leadership to younger staff assigned to the LIT program.
• Protect the safety and well-being of campers in your care at all times.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in both your attitude and behavior.
• Represent the camp in a positive and professional manner when in the community and off-campus.
• Perform other duties deemed necessary by camp administration.

What sets us apart from other camp opportunities? 

We offer clean, private housing that is dog-friendly (1 well-behaved dog, up to 75 pounds). Our camp runs from 8:30-3:30 on weekdays. You will have up to 1 night/week of extra duties (campouts), but will be done at 3:30 on the majority of days. You will have weekends free, and are highly encouraged to explore the local area. It is highly recommended to bring a car. If you are traveling from out of state, you will be given a travel stipend. The Twilight Park community is very welcoming, and there are local activities occurring often. 

***At this time, we are unable to support international employees***

Salary: 550$ to 600$ weekly based on experience

Requirements

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of summer camp work experience or equivalent, preferably in a leadership role.
• Prefer individuals with experience in a supervisory or management role
• Documented experience working with children

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• College degree, or similar educational background.
• Must be comfortable with high levels of interactions with parents and volunteers.
• Must currently have (within 1 year) or be willing to obtain CPR certification and Wilderness First Aid.
• Physical capabilities to hike around campus and off-site with teenage campers.
• Clean driving record and willingness to drive a 12-passenger camp van.

Application: https://twilightparkcamp.campbrainstaff.com/