Be the DIFFERENCE
We’re looking for bright, fun, and caring young adults who are looking to make an impact by guiding diverse age groups of children who have experienced a specific trauma in their young lives. Our programs are for children facing:
Loss of a parent from Military Service
Parental incarceration
Family violence and Abuse
Children with bleeding disorders
We also host camps throughout the summer season that celebrate different backgrounds,
school retreats, day camps, and more.
Benefits of being a Lead Camp Counselor:
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As a lead camp counselor you will be supervising one to two cabin assistants and a diverse group of children varying in age in decision-making, behavior management, and living ethics - all necessary for leadership skills for today.
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Develop critical everyday career skills in communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and contribution.
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Our campers are looking for positive role models that can guide them in finding hope and building resilience.
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Turning Rivers works with many non-profits and corporations throughout the summer which can possibly provide opportunities for future internships or job opportunities.
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Turning Rivers will provide training and certifications in the following: American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, AED, Trauma-Informed Care, and Belay/Rock Climbing.
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A weekly salary, room and board will be provided. Midway through the summer camp counselors will be assigned a week off.
“It was great just being with the kids and making them smile…seeing how they progressed throughout the week was honestly life-changing”
– Camila (Camp Counselor)
“I was focused on giving an experience, but I didn’t ask myself if I was going to get one…by the end, I understood that I’d had the best summer of my life”
– Dan (Camp Counselor)
