Returning Camp Counselor Position

Position: Returning Camp Counselor Volunteer (small stipend provided during camp)

Length of Position: 1 year (intermittent activities and events)

Reports to: Camp HOPE Coordinator

A Safe Place Family Justice Center is looking for individuals to fill the role of Camp Counselor at Camp HOPE America – Oregon. Camp HOPE America – Oregon is a week-long camp for children and youth who have experienced domestic violence. During the summer of 2018, Camp HOPE will hold two sessions of camp. Session 1 will be for ages 7-11 and Session 2 will be for ages, 11-15. This position will also include activities and events throughout the year before and after camp. We are searching for dedicated individuals to be positive role models and build relationships with our campers, as well as assist in creating a safe space for the campers to have fun!

Responsibilities of returning Camp Counselor at Camp HOPE Oregon:
  • Attend 16 hours of pre-camp training (provided by A Safe Place staff)
  • Lead activities for pre- and post-camp events, as well as assist with set up/take down of events
  • Attend Leadership Retreat
  • Serve as mentor to new Camp Counselors
  • Supervise youth, ages 7-15 during two, week-long camps
  • Model healthy boundaries with youth and other staff
  • Create a fun, enthusiastic atmosphere for youth
  • Encourage youth-involvement in activities and events
  • Utilize healthy relationship skills, such as clear communication or boundary setting, to build positive rapport with youth
Qualifications
  • 18 years or older
  • Experience working with youth, ages 7-16
  • Able to commit to 1-year mentoring/volunteering role (intermittent events/activities)
  • Able to pass background check
  • Prior Camp HOPE Counselor experience
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish) encouraged to apply

Training and Event Dates

  • Training: June 2nd and 3rd (all day)
  • Pre-Camp Meeting: July 1st (daytime)
  • Leadership Retreat/Training: July 26th-29th
  • Camp Week 1: July 29th– August 3rd
  • Camp Week 2: August 7th–12th
  • Post-Camp Reunion: Early September (Date TBD)

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