Deaf Camp Counselors
Ages 18+
Seeking counselors for the Deaf Camp program
Duties
Responsible to: Deaf Camp Program Director
Deaf Counselor application due March 15, 2026.
Qualifications: Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including: fluency in American Sign Language. At least 18 years old. Have experience in camping and supervising children/youth, or have completed a training course acceptable to the permit-issuing official. Completion of 1 year of college is preferred.
Specific Responsibilities:
Adheres to master schedule that lists on-duty times and job responsibilities.
Be involved with own assigned groups (e.g., assists them during Kapers, attends leadership talks, ensures appropriate behavior, eats with them, etc.).
Encourages campers to participate in activities, makes sure they show up on time for events.
Reports inappropriate behaviors of campers to the Program Director.
Be responsible for the health, safety, and personal hygiene (showers, clean clothes, etc.) of campers.
Makes sure campers are eating well-balanced meals.
Refers exhausted or sick campers to the Health Director.
Makes sure campers’ clothing is warm and dry.
Takes a personal interest in every camper, encouraging each to achieve individual and group activities.