Mountain Camp

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UPDATES: We are optimistic about running camp for 2021, but are awaiting guidelines from the state in order to make final decisions about our policies and precautions for COVID-19. We expect to have our entire staff vaccinated (and to aid staff in getting vaccinated), and to enact other best practices such as mask-wearing, distancing, testing, and cohorting to whatever degree it is recommended to us by the state guidelines. If you have any questions about camp that you would like answered before applying, please email dave@mountaincamp.com.

 

Hiring:

 
 

Cabin Counselor


 

Cabin counselors are responsible for the care and supervision of the campers in all aspects of the program.  Depending on the period of the day, they lead their cabin group, lead activity groups or areas, supervise general areas of camp, or execute special parts of the program.  They build positive relationships with campers and serve as role models and authority figures. Cabin counselors are responsible for keeping the campers safe and ensuring that they make friends and have fun.  Although the cabin counselors are the most important figures in the lives of their campers, they are not responsible for dealing with any situations that they are uncomfortable with. Head Counselors and Directors are available at all times for advice, support, and assistance.

 
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Primary Responsibilities

Supervise the Cabin Group:

  • Provide leadership, role modeling, mentoring, limit setting, support, encouragement, and feedback to all campers in your cabin.

  • Provide a safe physical and emotional space for the campers to live, interact, and play with clear expectations and consistent supervision.

  • Ensure appropriate behavior, hygiene, attire, and preparation for all camp activities in cabin, at meals, and around camp.  

  • Help your campers to make friends and have fun!

Run Activities:

  • Plan and execute activities according to your assigned area.

  • Supervise the campers, focusing on safety, fun, and helping them to make friends.

  • Communicate any needs or feedback to head counselors.

Supervise Areas as assigned:

  • Either during Hang Time, SWAT (after bed time), or Early Watch (before wakeup bell), supervise your assigned area, making sure campers are following camp rules and being nice to each other. 

  • Diffuse conflicts, redirect misbehavior, and otherwise solve problems as necessary.  See head counselors for support if needed.

Other important duties:

  • Assist with Evening Program as assigned.

  • Complete postcards and certificates during each session.

  • Participate in Morning Blend, Gizmo, Polar Bear and other fun activities as assigned.

Key Attributes and Strengths:

  • Flexibility/Adaptability-The ability to solve problems and change plans when necessary. 

  • Communication-The ability to clearly explain information and expectations to campers, counselors and directors.

  • Relationship/Trust Building-The ability to connect with people genuinely so that you can effectively provide both support and supervision.

  • Good Judgment-Making good decisions with the proper priorities in mind at all times.

  • Being Proactive and Motivated-Taking care of your responsibilities without rigid oversight.  Identifying potential problems and attending to them early.

 

Healthcare Staff


 

This position is responsible for overseeing the health and wellness of campers and staff. The Healthcare Staff dispenses all medications at camp, treats all medical needs, and is responsible for any specialized health plans or regimens for campers and staff.  The Healthcare Staff work within a team of 3 providers who share responsibilities at camp 24/7, to ensure care at all times of day or night. Room and board is provided, in addition to a weekly salary. Preferred Certifications: RN or NP with pediatric experience.

 

Primary Responsibilities

Treatment of all medical needs at camp:

  • Check in all campers on check-in day

  • Share responsibility for around the clock treatment of all medical needs of campers and staff, including sleeping overnight in the infirmary as scheduled (usually 2-3 days per week).

  • Communicate with staff regarding any medical or other health concerns of campers (including: meds, sunburn, chapped lips, etc.)  

  • Communicate with parents concerning the medical care of their children when necessary

  • Refer to higher levels of care when necessary and coordinate with doctor’s office, clinic, or hospital in regards to that care as needed. Communicate with directors and parents as necessary.  Accompany campers out of camp when referred to urgent care or ED. Drive as needed.

Dispense all medications at camp:

  • Collect all camper medication on check-in day and document

  • Work with counselors to ensure that all campers receive their medications as necessary, and document

  • Return to campers or properly dispose of all unused medications at the end of each session.

Basic health care:

  • Perform regular checks of groups of campers to ensure healthy skin hygiene, hydration, and meeting of basic needs

  • Distribute skin care supplies, water etc. as necessary for campers to self administer

Manage Infirmary:

  • Monitor inventory of Infirmary and communicate with Directors regarding ordering supplies

  • Organize and maintain cleanliness of Infirmary

Clean Cabin Award Program:

  • Conduct clean cabin inspections daily between 9am and 12noon

  • Record and post scores for clean cabin award

  • Tabulate results and give out clean cabin awards at the end of each session (get clean cabin awards from a director)

 


Additional Information About Mountain Camp

Mountain Camp is a co-ed summer resident camp for campers entering 2nd-12th grades.

We are located near Lake Tahoe on the shore of beautiful Ice House Lake in the Eldorado National Forest. Mountain Camp’s minimal technology, non-competitive program is designed to make sure each child succeeds. We work to create a fun and safe environment that encourages independence while nurturing lasting friendships. At a time when children are increasingly surrounded by computers, televisions, and video games our goal is to get campers outside, actively creating, playing and learning lifelong outdoor skills.

Expectations:

Cabin Counselors have a crucial role in Mountain Camp community as the primary role model, caretaker, and support for the campers.  This role requires patience, good judgment, clear communication, flexibility, and an unbridled positive attitude. Counselors are responsible for maintaining the delicate balance between being friends and authority figures with campers.  Counselors simultaneous create fun and set appropriate limits so that campers can feel physically and emotionally safe at camp. Counselors are expected to be role models for campers, demonstrating appropriate behavior, language, and good judgment at all times.  Counselors are expected to build trusting, respectful relationships with campers as a means to support them in making friends, taking healthy risks, and trying new things. Counselors are expected to support camper self-esteem by accepting all campers for who they are, encouraging them in their endeavors, and providing helpful, positive feedback when appropriate.  Counselors are expected to communicate clearly with all co-workers, head counselors and directors to ensure that the program is running well. Cabin Counselors are expected to solicit any support they need (professional or personal) from head counselors or program directors who serve to support their professional development and ensure excellent job performance. Mountain Camp is a community of people who live, work, and play together, and we are all expected to do what is necessary to keep everyone happy, healthy, and safe.