Camper Advocate 2027

Cub Creek Science Camp Mentor Position

With over 300 animals, a high ropes course, archery, crafts, and hands-on science activities, Cub Creek Science Camp is an extraordinary residential summer camp for boys and girls ages 7 to 17. Our mission is to build self-confidence, foster self-discovery, and create lasting friendships in an unforgettable setting.

We are seeking mature, independent, and trustworthy staff members who love nature and animals and are passionate about making a difference in children's lives. Join us for an incredible summer!

Job Description

Be curious. Be connected. Be Cub Creek. As a mentor and role model at Cub Creek Science Camp, you'll gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and connect with a global community of staff and campers who share your passion for animals and nature. With 300+ animals and 100+ activities, our unique take on the traditional sleep-away camp is a place where you can inspire kids, help them build self-confidence, and make lifelong friends.

Camper Advocates work cooperatively with Cabin Counselors and support staff to provide a healthy, safe and enjoyable camp environment and experience for all campers. Camper Advocates are responsible for supporting cabin counselors in the effective behavioral and emotional support of campers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support cabin counselors and campers in creating a positive cabin environment.
• Communicate with cabin counselors, camp office, and program directors on camper wellbeing and experience.
• Communicate with parents in a professional and solution-focused manner regarding camper experiences.
• Support camper emotional and behavioral needs with issues such as homesickness, anxiety, or making friends, and refer and report incidents to the appropriate program director.
• Conduct weekly camper satisfaction surveys and follow-up with counselors and campers to ensure camper needs are met.
• Work with lead instructors, program directors, and others to schedule and facilitate special events including evening activities, early-birds, sneakouts, and night-owls.
• Collect camper schedule preferences and assign campers to courses and classes each day.

Requirements:

• Completed at least 2 years of college education.
• Experience working with children and/or teens in a camp or educational setting.
• A desire to positively impact the life of a child and a willingness to put the needs of campers first.
• Ability to work flexibly, balancing tasks with unexpected camper needs.
• Have a passion for science, animals, and childhood development.
• Able to effectively communicate ideas, thoughts, and instructions in a constructive manner.
• Self-motivated and able to work on tasks and assigned goals with minimal supervision.
• Be willing to learn new concepts and skills.
• Able to work in a team and both give and take direction from others.
• Willingness to adhere to camp's code of conduct, rules, and policies.

Benefits:

• Starting pay $4050 for 11 week summer.
• Additional $100 credit in camp store for snacks and supplies.
• Housing, meals, and laundry included.
• Weekend work is required, this position requires availability to work on-site 7 days a week for the contract period.
• Two 1-hour breaks provided each day, and 1 scheduled day off each week.
• ** INTERNATIONAL STAFF - Pay and benefits will vary from advertised, please speak with Cub Creek directly **