Join The
Growing Up Wild Team

Every summer we hire a small group of men as counselors for our Boys in the Woodz Summer Camp. If you are interested in spending some of your summer outdoors in the Santa Cruz Mountains working with youth, we encourage you to apply.

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Openings for 2018 Summer Camp Counselors

Job Description

Job Title: Overnight Summer Camp Counselor 
 
Classification: Seasonal
 
Dates: Approximately 6 weeks from July to Mid-August 2018 (specific dates TBA)
 
Growing Up Wild is seeking self-motivated men who have experience in outdoor youth leadership to join our team of counselors to lead our summer camp program. Under the direction of the program manager, counselors will work together to supervise diverse groups of boys and lead outdoor experiential activities. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work both collaboratively and independently within a team. They will have positive role model qualities and a respectful attitude toward youth. They will have some knowledge of outdoor science and love working in the outdoors.
 
Job Requirements:

• Minimum age: 18

 

• Knowledge and experience in camping and/or backpacking

 

• Strong communication and leadership skills.

 

• A passion for mentoring boys

• CPR certified

 

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is desired

 

• Lifeguard certified desired

 
Compensation:
 
$450 - $600 weekly stipend depending on experience and certifications. As an overnight camp, all meals are also provided. This position does not include benefits.
 
Please send your cover letter and resume to info@growingupwild.org with “Camp Counselor” in the Subject line.