Gladwyne Summer Camp Counselor Positions

Why you should work for us:

Riverbend Summer Camp is the perfect place for someone looking for a fun and rewarding job in the great outdoors. Spend your summer outside with us as we nurture the future generation of earth-lovers. If you are considering a career in education or environmental sciences, this job is the perfect resume-builder for you! 

Program:

At Riverbend, amazing things happen when a child spends time in nature.

Studies show that when kids spend time in nature they:

• Think more creatively and critically

• Are more social and less likely to be bullied or experience bullying

• Feel less stressed, allowing their emotional development to flourish

• Increase their fitness level and distance vision.

Riverbend is seeking self-motivated, energetic, and passionate counselors to be a part of the staff of Riverbend’s Summer Camp.  Each week children come to our 30-acre Gladwyne site for outdoor hands-on exploration and discovery.  The atmosphere is friendly and child-centered. Curriculum is interpreted and delivered by professional staff with a strong emphasis on exploring and expanding children’s interests and stimulating investigation. Groups are generally 12-14 children and are led by a lead counselor and supported by an assistant counselor. 

Gladwyne Summer Camp Counselor Positions

To apply: 

Please fill out the following application: https://forms.gle/T8gLYqn4MET3iYRk7 

Dates: June 3rd – August 30th

Hours: Appx. 35-40 hours per week; Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm (some evenings required), Also seeking part-time position: 22-30 hours per week Shift Options- 8:00 am-1pm or 1pm-6pm Monday -Friday

Position type: Seasonal full time

Compensation:

• Assistant Camp Counselor: $18 per hour

• Lead Camp Counselor: $20 per hour 

Assistant Camp Counselor Position

Assistant Camp Counselors are responsible for working with a lead counselor to create a positive camp experience for a group of campers each week. This includes mentoring teen volunteers, implementing activities for the campers, and behavior and safety management.

Assistant Camp Counselor Responsibilities:

• Assistant Camp Counselors will work with a Lead Counselor to help facilitate outdoor, environmental education activities and experiences for campers.  Assistants will be expected to independently facilitate some activities each week.

• Work with a team to adapt activities as necessary for camper age, interest and outdoor conditions.

• Support Lead Counselors with behavioral and group management.

• Take lead responsibility for campers in the event that the lead counselor must step away from the group or is absent.

• Mentor teen volunteers assigned to the camp group.

• General upkeep of the facility each day.

• Assist with animal care for Riverbend’s animal ambassadors and aquaponics greenhouse as needed.

• Assist with after care and cook out for campers as needed.

• Accompany lead counselors on offsite field trips to provide support for campers as needed.

Assistant Camp Counselor Qualifications:

• Successful completion of pre-employment screening including criminal background check, FBI fingerprint check, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance.

• Interest in Environmental Education, Biology, Ecology or other related field

• Some experience educating and managing children formally or informally is encouraged

• Strong oral communication skills

• Ability to work a flexible schedule which will include early mornings, late afternoons and occasional overnights.

• Ability to follow all COVID-19 safety procedures

• Passionate about Riverbend’s mission