Leadership Role at Camp Towanda - Paid Internships Available
Do you want to spend your summer job working outdoors? Is making a difference in the lives of children important to you? Do you want to meet people from all over the world? What about building your resume while having an amazing time?
Join our camp family this summer for a challenging and rewarding job experience that will give you the skills you need for your future. Make a difference in the lives of our campers, while enjoying our beautiful outdoor facilities and working with people from around the world.
When you work at Camp Towanda, you get hands-on experience and leadership opportunities, while building skills that any future employer is looking for, such as flexibility, adaptability, initiative, self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, productivity, accountability, leadership and responsibility.
We are looking for outgoing leaders that want to serve as role models for children and don't mind getting their hands dirty and jumping head first into a fast paced, action filled summer!
As a Group Leader, you are in total charge of a group of 20-45 campers who live in several cabins. You also supervise 8-12 staff. You need to be resourceful with leadership experience and possess high quality motivational skills. Planning and organizational skills are a key to success. Plus you need lots of stamina and energy!
We have a great support system and training to help you be a successful Group Leader. You will need to be at camp prior to the camper’s arrival for Group Leader orientation as well as a general orientation led by child development experts and our senior staff. During the summer you have the support of your counselors, an Assistant Group Leader, Head Counselor, Assistant Head Counselor and our Owners & Directors, Mitch and Stephanie Reiter.
Ideal Candidates:
-Enjoys mentoring children
-Likes working with a team
-Are patient and outgoing
-Has stamina and energy
-Understands the responsibility at hand
Group Leaders run the show. They are in charge of an average group size of 30 campers and oversee approximately 10-15 staff. They are the inspirational leader that brings excitement to the group. Group Leaders are the direct liaison between their staff and our Head Counselors and Directors. Group leaders participate in an extra week of orientation in order to prepare for the summer. A typical day consists of getting everyone up and ready to start the day, lead them to activities, create a fun and engaging group dynamic, demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills,
This is THE job to prepare you for anything you will do later in life. It is "parenting 101" and tests and builds skills necessary to succeed in life. You must work cohesively with others, be responsible, manage your time and put the needs of others before yours.
Camp Towanda is the premier family-owned and operated, co-ed 7 week sleep-away camp in Northeast Pennsylvania for children ages 7-17. We are nestled on over 400 acres of beautiful fields, facilities, waterfront and countryside. At Camp Towanda, we provide a well-rounded experience for our campers and staff in a nurturing, safe environment with endless opportunities for them to try new things and feel great about themselves! Our program offers excellent and professional instruction in all land and water sports, fine arts, drama and adventure, as well as very creative evening activities and special events.
We attract down-to-earth, friendly and spirited campers, families and staff. We hire 300 counselors and support staff from over 20 countries and all across the USA. When you work at Camp Towanda, you make a real difference in camper’s lives, while building your resume and career-building skills (leadership, work-ethic, public speaking, management, responsibility) with the support of our top-notch senior staff and Directors. The job of a counselor is multi-faceted; your spirit, creativity and leadership is paramount. When at camp, it is a 24-hour job. Flexibility, responsibility and stamina are key attributes for our staff to possess. Working with kids is a challenging job but one of the most rewarding job experiences you will ever have.
All meals, room and board are included with scheduled time off. We are located near a popular summer destination in the Pocono Mountains and less than 2 ½ hours away from New York City and Philadelphia.
For 97 years, Camp Towanda has continued to define what summer camp is all about. We are highly regarded and respected as an industry leader and are involved in giving back to various organizations throughout the year. Camp Towanda is accredited by the American Camp Association.
When you work at Camp Towanda, it’s so much more than a summer job- it’s a family, network and community that will change your life forever. Thank you for considering Camp Towanda for your best summer job experience yet! Begin your application today!
- Competitive salary, room and board, all meals included, travel reimbursement
- Paid Internships Available
Job Requirements:
- Available early-June thru mid-August.
- Qualified references
- Great with children
- Strong work ethic
- Camp work experience or educational background a plus!
TO APPLY: Email staff@camptowanda.com and fill out our application at https://towanda.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/App