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No matter who you are or where you’re coming from, there’s a place for you at Camp Mark Seven. Our positions offer spaces to learn, play, grow, and connect — all surrounded by the spirit and community that make CM7 unforgettable.

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Summer Camp Office Assistant Ages 18+ The Office Assistant keeps the camp’s administrative gears turning. See Job Description

This role is perfect for someone who is highly organized, trustworthy with money, and ready to support the Camp Director in a fast-paced environment.

Primary Duties

• Money Management: Track camper spending accounts and assist with staff payroll data.

• Compliance: Organize staff background checks and ensure all personnel files are complete.

• Director Support: Handle scheduling, emails, and daily office tasks for the Camp Director.

• Local Liaison: Maintain contacts for local businesses and handle routine vendor orders.

• Organization: Keep all physical and digital files (medical, financial, and legal) secure and orderly.

What We’re Looking For

• Detail-Oriented: You don’t let small tasks or important forms slip through the cracks.

• Trustworthy: You can handle sensitive background info and cash responsibly.

• Tech-Friendly: Comfortable using spreadsheets and email.

• Adaptable: You enjoy the “controlled chaos” of a summer camp setting.

CM7 Staff Application Form

Questions, please email Isabella Sterly, Camp Director at campdirector@campmark7.org

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Lifeguard Ages 18+ Possess a CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificate issued by the Red Cross See Job Description

Must be at least 18 years old.

Assist the Waterfront Director.

Have one season of previous waterfront experience as a lifeguard.

Possess a CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificate issued by the Red Cross.

Download, print and fill out Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director.

Deadline to submit applications: MAY 17, 2026.

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KODA Camp Assistant Director Ages 21+ Have 3 seasons of previous Waterfront experience as a lifeguard and/or Camp aquatics director See Job Description

Message from KODA Camp Director

It is with great pleasure that I announce Camp Mark 7 has an opening for the KODA Camp Assistant Program Director for Summer 2026.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and application form via our website link below. Applications must be sent to Samara Patterson, KODA Camp Program Director. The Leadership Team will begin reviewing applications upon receipt and review until the position is filled. Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your time and interest in the KODA Camp Program and Camp Mark Seven. I can be reached at kodadir@campmark7.org if you have questions.

KODAlove!

Samara Patterson, KODA Camp Program Director

KODA CAMP/PROGRAMS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Responsible to: KODA Camp Programs Director.

General Responsibility: To assist and advise the KODA Programs Director.

Qualifications: Be at least twenty-one (21) years old. Experience in camping and supervision of children for a minimum of two years. Previous employment and familiarity with philosophy of CM7 preferred. Possesses certification in Responding to Emergencies.

Specific Responsibilities:

Assists the KODA Programs Director with his/her duties.

Assists with planning and conducting Staff Orientation.

Coordinates and trains counselors.

Meets with each counselor weekly.

Acts as liaison between Program Director and counselor(s).

Be available if counselors need assistance.

Follows up with counselors on their job responsibilities.

Ensures incident reports/daily logs are written daily.

Responsible for Kapers.

Works closely with the Waterfront Director.

Fills in for the KODA Programs Director when s/he is off the camp property, or as needed.

Submit resume and fill out two application forms: CM7 Application Form and send all requested information to kodadir@campmark7.org.

Deadline to submit applications: MARCH 15, 2026.

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Kitchen Assistant Ages 18+ Kitchen experience preferred See Job Description

Must be at least 18 years old.

Kitchen experience preferred.

Download, print and fill out Staff Application Form.

Deadline to submit applications: MARCH 15, 2026.

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Health Care Director (Camp Nurse) Ages 21+ The Health Care Director is responsible for overseeing the health and safety of campers and staff. See Job Description

Interested candidates should submit their resumes, RN licenses and application by MARCH 15, 2026 to the Camp Director at campdirector@campmark7.org. We will review resumes and RN licenses. If selected,we will follow up with setting up an interview either in-person or VP.

Fill out Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director.

Questions about this position can be directed to Bella Sterly, campdirector@campmark7.org or call her at 315-207-5706 (Videophone).

Reports to: Camp Director

Classification: Exempt

Position Purpose:

The Health Care Director is responsible for overseeing the health and safety of campers and staff.

Essential Job Functions:

Provide health care to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers.

Collaborate with other medical staff to meet medical needs.

Follow health care policies/procedures as described in the Healthcare Manual and treatment procedures.

Organize, maintain, and utilize adequate resources for serving the health and medical needs of the campers and staff.

Set up the camp Health Center.

Inventory and order all necessary medical supplies and equipment.

Maintain accurate and detailed medical records according to state and American Camp Association Standards.

Ensure staff and camper health examinations are current and on file.

Prepare and utilize daily medical log for treatment and medications.

Prepare and record insurance and accident report forms.

Oversee First Aid procedures and supplies.

Prepare and distribute first aid kits throughout camp including camp vehicles, kitchen, offices, waterfront, activity areas, out-of-camp trips.

Ensure supplies are well stocked and distributed as needed.

Ensure a staff orientation session is delivered on medical services.

Ensure camp staff and campers know their role related to health care and first aid.

Provide or ensure orientation is provided that includes standing orders, clinic hours, specific camper health and social needs, health center procedures, emergency procedures, growth and development of age groups, staff health assessment of campers, policies on contacting parents, transportation to outside health facilities, accident prevention and risk management, nutrition, and first aid in the camp setting.

Screen all campers and staff who are arriving and departing camp.

Verify health history and examination.

Verify emergency authorization.

Identify any observable evidence of illness or communicable diseases.

Conduct a health assessment.

Keep all medications used by campers and staff.

Supervise sanitary conditions throughout camp.

Observe daily cleanliness in the food service facility and other areas throughout camp.

Report any health problems or symptoms of illness to the camp Director.

Other Job Duties:

Perform any tasks beyond those assigned as help is needed.

Provide leadership in the camp’s risk management program.

Supervise health assistant and/or first aid position.

Develop a resource file and obtain information and/or literature concerning health in the camp community.

Be responsible for contacting parents concerning the status of their child’s health by telephone in the following situations: any injury requiring an x-ray, illness requiring an infirmary stay and emergency treatment/accident, etc.

Be knowledgeable of outside health resources.

Evaluate medical services.

Relationships:

The Health Care Director has specific relationships with other health care staff which may include volunteer/staff physicians, on-call nurses, or other designated medical staff. A Health Care Director relates to the Food Service Manager to ensure sanitation is upheld in the kitchen and food service areas. General camp clean-up and housekeeping often identifies the relationship with the Camp Counselors and the Health Care Director with reference to cleanliness and camper and staff health and to communicate specific health issues.

Equipment Used:

Description of the camp health care facility and equipment would be helpful. It may be helpful to list emergency medical services available.

Qualifications (Minimum Education and Experience):

Registered nurse (RN) with a license as required by that state law.

CPR certified.

Current First Aid certification and experience in first aid and emergency management.

Driver’s license.

Experience in both children and adult illness/injury care.

Desire to work with children and young adults.

Community health

Knowledge. Skills. and Abilities

Should be listed to include those specific to the job duties. It may be necessary to identify specific medical issues addressed by the camp, if requirements of specialized skills by the Health care Director are preferred.

Physical Aspects of the Job:

Ability to lift/assist campers and staff.

Ability to read and follow directions on medication labels, health forms, physician orders, and parent letters.

Ability to use a telephone.

Maintain written record system.

Ability to quickly get to remote locations on camp property over uneven terrain.

Observe and assess sanitation and safety conditions of the camp.

Ability to communicate with parents, staff, and administration about camper health concerns.

Possess endurance to meet emergency needs.

Ability to drive to off-camp health provider, physician, or emergency treatment locations.

Deadline to submit applications: MARCH 15, 2026.

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Groundskeeper Ages 18+ Oversee our grounds See Job Description

Must be at least 18 years old.

Groundskeeping experience preferred.

Download, print and fill out Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director.

Deadline to submit applications: April 1, 2024.

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Dishwasher Assistant Ages 18+ Have some dishwashing/kitchen experience See Job Description

Must be at least 18 years old.

Have some dishwashing/kitchen experience.

Download, print and fill our Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director.

Deadline to submit applications: MARCH 15, 2026.

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Deaf Camp Counselors Ages 18+ Seeking counselors for the Deaf Camp program See Job Description

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.

CM7 Counselor Application Form

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Deaf Camp Assistant Director Ages 21+ Message from CM7 Camp Director See Job Description

It is with great pleasure that I announce Camp Mark 7 has an opening for the Deaf Camp Assistant Program Director for Summer 2026.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and application form via our website link below. Applications must be sent to Isabella Sterly, Camp Director. The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications upon receipt and review until the position is filled. Candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your time and interest in the Deaf Camp Program and Camp Mark Seven. I can be reached at campdirector@campmark7.org or videophone at 315-207-5706 if you have questions.

Sincerely yours,

Isabella “Bella” Sterly, Camp Director

DEAF CAMP/PROGRAMS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Responsible to: Deaf Camp/Programs Director.

General Responsibility: To assist and advise the Deaf Programs Director.

Qualifications: Be at least twenty-one (21) years old. Experience in camping and supervision of children for a minimum of two years. Previous employment and familiarity with philosophy of CM7 preferred. Possesses certification in Responding to Emergencies.

Specific Responsibilities:

Assist the Deaf Programs Director with his/her duties.

Assists with planning and conducting Staff Orientation.

Coordinates and trains counselors.

Meets with each counselor weekly.

Act as liaison between Program Director and counselor(s).

Be available if counselors need assistance.

Follow up with counselors on their job responsibilities.

Ensure incident reports/daily logs are written daily.

Responsible for Kapers.

Work closely with the Waterfront Director.

Fill in for the Deaf Programs Director when s/he is off the camp property, or as needed.

Submit resume to campdirector@campmark7.org and complete CM7 Application Form.

Deadline to submit applications: MARCHl 15, 2026.

CM7 Application Form

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Camp Chef Ages 21+ General Responsibility: Oversees and supervises the Dining program. See Job Description

Qualifications: (NEED UPDATES) Be at least 21 years of age. Have 3 seasons of previous Waterfront experience as a lifeguard and/or Camp aquatics director. Possesses CPR for the Professional Rescuer issued by the Red Cross, or CPR certificate issued by a certifying agency determined by the State Commissioner of Health. Holds Water Safety Instructor (WSI), waterfront module training, and lifeguard certification.

Minimum two years experience working in an institutional setting, or where a large number of people are served.

Some experience supervising kitchen staff.

Fill out Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director.

Email application form to campdirector@campmark7.org (Isabella Sterly).

Specific Responsibilities: (NEED UPDATES)

Establishes and oversees activities in and on the water.

Supervises everyone participating in aquatic activities.

Responds to waterfront emergencies.

Serves as lifeguard at the waterfront when needed.

Trains waterfront and children/youth programs staff during orientation week (e.g., sweep, buddy system, emergency plans). Sets up the waterfront area, marking off swim areas, setting up buddy boards, etc.

Ensures 1:25 staff/camper ratio on and off waterfront sites.

Teaches campers the Red Cross Buddy System, and appropriate emergency procedures for lost Camper (Lost Swimmer Plan).

Assigns Counselors to specific tasks at the waterfront, making sure all understand their role and responsibilities.

Oversees all waterfront equipment; ensures each is in good working order. Reports any needed repairs or replacements to Camp Director. Requests purchase of new equipment as needed.

Ensures all boats are in working condition, gas tanks filled daily. Tanks must be full at the end of day to be ready for the next day’s activities.

Tests swimming ability of all campers and staff.

Offers campers an opportunity to receive Red Cross Certification in swimming.

Maintains a safe and clean waterfront area.

Note: Either the Waterfront Director or Assistant Waterfront Director is required to participate on overnight canoe trips.

Deadline to submit applications: MARCH 15, 2026.

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Aquatics (Waterfront) Director Ages 21+ General Responsibility: Oversees and supervises the Waterfront program. See Job Description

Qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age. Have 3 seasons of previous Waterfront experience as a lifeguard and/or Camp aquatics director. Possesses CPR for the Professional Rescuer issued by the Red Cross, or CPR certificate issued by a certifying agency determined by the State Commissioner of Health. Holds Water Safety Instructor (WSI), waterfront module training, and lifeguard certification.

Specific Responsibilities:

Establishes and oversees activities in and on the water.

Supervises everyone participating in aquatic activities.

Responds to waterfront emergencies.

Serves as lifeguard at the waterfront when needed.

Trains waterfront and children/youth programs staff during orientation week (e.g., sweep, buddy system, emergency plans). Sets up the waterfront area, marking off swim areas, setting up buddy boards, etc.

Ensures 1:25 staff/camper ratio on and off waterfront sites.

Teaches campers the Red Cross Buddy System, and appropriate emergency procedures for lost Camper (Lost Swimmer Plan).

Assigns Counselors to specific tasks at the waterfront, making sure all understand their role and responsibilities.

Oversees all waterfront equipment; ensures each is in good working order. Reports any needed repairs or replacements to Camp Director. Requests purchase of new equipment as needed.

Ensures all boats are in working condition, gas tanks filled daily. Tanks must be full at the end of day to be ready for the next day’s activities.

Tests swimming ability of all campers and staff.

Offers campers an opportunity to receive Red Cross Certification in swimming.

Maintains a safe and clean waterfront area.

Note: Either the Waterfront Director or Assistant Waterfront Director is required to participate on overnight canoe trips.

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Housekeeper Ages 18+ Be at least 18 years old. Experience with housekeeping and cleaning. Monitor and do laundry. See Job Description

Download, print and fill out Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director at campdirector@campmark7.org.

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KODA Camp Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Age 17 COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT) See Job Description

KODA CIT applications deadline April 17, 2026.

Must complete the form below:

Responsible to: Program Director – Samara Patterson.

General Responsibility: Assists counselors and the coordinators with the campers’ activities.

General Responsibilities and Qualifications:

Child of Deaf Adults (CODA), 17 years old.

Prior experience as a camper.

Ability to follow directions, guidance and feedback.

Ability and willingness to place the needs of campers above personal desires.

Be a role model and set a good example for campers.

Participate in group discussions regarding the planning of activities prior to arriving at camp.

Lead and supervise activities within your department.

Follow and maintain the health and safety regulations. Make sure campers do the same.

Be an active participant in camp activities while exemplifying good sportsmanship, positive attitude and ready to try new things.

Ability to communicate effectively with campers and other counselors.

Perform all duties as assigned.

Attend staff meetings, and offer support to staff members.

Willingness to work together as a team and support others to meet group goals.

Have an understanding, acceptance and implantation of CM7 rules and expectations, overall mission, and core values.

KODA CIT Application Form

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KODA Camp Counselors Ages 18+ Seeking counselors for the KODA Camp program See Job Description

Responsible to: KODA Program Director – Samara Patterson.

KODA Counselor application due April 19, 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.

KODA Counselor Application Form

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Maintenance Crew Ages 18+ Have some maintenance experience with use of various equipment to maintain the Camp Mark Seven buildings/property See Job Description

Must be at least 18 years old.

Have some maintenance experience with use of various equipment to maintain the Camp Mark Seven buildings/property.

Download, print and fill out Staff Application Form and submit completed form to Camp Director.

Deadline to submit applications: April 1, 2026.

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“My daughter’s first camp experience was CM7, and nothing else has compared since. She loves it so much we’re coming back for the fourth time—and I trust the camp so much I’m sending her on a plane alone next summer.”

Kevin Smith, IL Kevin Smith, IL (Parent of Deaf Camper)

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