Summer Camp Lead Counselor

Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a non-profit organization created to engage public support for the park and provide services to enhance public use and enjoyment of the park. The Conservancy offers a variety of day and overnight camps for children ranging in ages 6-17 in northeast Ohio's Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Our goal is for campers to learn more about the environment, the arts, themselves and their world. We stress individual growth and group cooperation in residential and day camp settings. Participants will make new friends and take on new responsibilities while building a positive camp community. Join us for an exciting summer, where every week is a new adventure. Please check out the variety of summer camps we offer for youth at our website.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a Summer Camp Lead Counselor to work from June 6, 2013 through August 3, 2013. Camp sessions run from June 16th - August 2nd.  

Responsibilities:

• Implement the purpose, goals, and objectives of all Conservancy camps and summer programs and participate, as a team member, in the guidance of campers in daily activities.
• Assume responsibility for interpreting the policies and procedures of the Environmental Education Center and Cuyahoga Valley National Park to campers.
• Assist the Camp Coordinator with counselor training week and other duties as assigned.
• Live in the dormitory when resident camp is in session and act as the liaison between Camp Coordinator and Counselors overnight.
• Help facilitate meals and evening activities
• Assist teaching faculty during camp activities.
• Develop and teach camp classes, as needed.
• Work closely with the Camp Coordinator to create camp sessions, make the weekly schedules, set up for each week, and prep supplies.
• Serve as a positive role model in making good decisions and implementing effective practices for campers and fellow staff.
• Transition between day camp, residential camp, and other summer programs in the park.
• Participate, as a team member, in the guidance of campers in daily activities.  

Qualifications:

• Applicants should be enrolled in a college program or have a Bachelor's degree.
• Experience in a camp setting for at least one summer is required.
• Proven supervisory experience, high interest in arts and environmental education desired, and computer literacy preferred.
• Must possess strong communication and problem solving skills, as well as have the ability to manage others. 
• Enjoy working with youth is a must.
• Must possess the ability to work in a team environment as well as operate independently.
• Enthusiasm, tolerance, creativity and good physical health required.
• Background/fingerprint check and First Aid & CPR Certification completed before start date, and valid driver's license required.

Compensation: Camp Lead Counselor salary is $250/week. Lodging is provided in National Park Service housing during employment term. All camp counselors will be required to reside in dormitories at the Environmental Education Center when residential camp is in session. Meals are provided when campers are in residence.  

To Apply:

Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to submit your cover letter, resume, 3 reference forms, and college transcripts addressed to "Summer Camp Coordinator."