It takes just a few moments to read this and get a first feel for one of the most comfortable and well-respected camps around. Then it takes a little commitment from you: the commitment to love and respect campers, to become part of an incredible leadership team, and to immerse yourself in an experience that promises to reward you - personally - as you could never imagine. Ask almost anyone who has ever been a counselor here about their first summer. They will probably tell you stories that will easily explain why so many of them come back here year after year. We are a very special kind of community that re-forms every summer, beginning with the very first day of staff orientation.

The spirit is infectious
You'll feel it from Day One. Then when the campers arrive, the fun - and the serious, hard work - begin. After all, even out here in the sun and the fresh air and amid all the fabulous facilities and equipment, one fact is never forgotten: We - that means every staff member - are caring for parents' most precious possessions, their children. We need to mention something important: You're not out there all by yourself. We're here to help you establish memorable relationships with the campers. You'll be trained by experts, guided by experienced camp professionals, and you'll always have somewhere to turn. As a result, you'll learn a whole lot about yourself and you'll build skills in teamwork, motivation and inter-personal relationships that will serve you will throughout your career - no matter what that might be - and throughout your life.

Activities requiring staff
Archery Baseball Basketball Beach Volleyball Candle Making Canoeing Canteen Ceramics Computers Cooking Crafts Dance Drama Drawing Fencing Fitness Flag Football Frisbee golf Games Golf Gymnastics Jewelry Kayaking Lacrosse Movies Nature Painting Photography & Video Pottery Radio Station Rock Climbing Rocketry Roller Hockey Sailing Sculpture Soccer Softball Street Hockey Swimming Tennis Tie Dye Volleyball Water Skiing Wave Running Weight Lifting Wind Surfing Woodshop Zip Line

Outdoor facilities
Our pristine, private 75-acre natural, spring-fed lake · 7 baseball fields, 4 lit for night play, 2 baseball/softball batting cages, 9 tennis courts, all lit for night play, 3 hockey rinks, 2 lit for night play, 4 outdoor basketball courts, 2 lit for night play, 4 outdoor soccer/lacrosse fields, 4 volleyball courts, 2 beach volleyball courts, archery range, golf range, Olympic quality gymnastics pavilion, 350 seat amphitheater, Spectacular Adventure Playground, Tee Pee Village & Campfire Circle Indoor facilities, 3 indoor basketball gyms, air conditioned movie theater, 2 hobby centers, dance studio, canteen/game room, recreation center, 2 fitness centers, band room, nature center

About us
As a camp, We strives to fully develop campers skills and personalities. Our diversified program is geared to allow campers to experience all types of activities, and specialize in one or many. We feel that running a full, structured but flexible program, each child is able to express himself completely. Along with regularly scheduled daily activities, there are individual enrichment programs and hobby periods, and an hour of supervised, free play most days after dinner. We believe that children growing up in an ever-changing world deserve special understanding and guidance. We contributes to the social needs of campers by providing an education in group and community living.

The camp a top Pennsylvania co-ed sleepaway camp seeks college students or graduates as General or Specialty Counselors for the 2004 season, beginning June 20 and ending August 15, 2004.

Activities requiring staff
Specialists are needed in baseball, basketball, dance, go-carts, golf, gymnastics, karate, lacrosse, mountain biking, musical theatre, rock climbing, roller hockey, ropes, sailing, swimming, tennis, waterskiing, weight training, windsurfing and volleyball. Earn excellent salaries plus travel, room and board while having a great time. Play competitive staff basketball and soccer.

About us
The Camp is a co-educational overnight camp located in New York's picturesque Catskill Mountains. Situated on a private 96-acre lake, we offers a beautiful and tranquil wooded setting where campers ages 7-17, come for a summer of laughter and fun. At the camp, we pride ourselves on this family-like atmosphere, for which we have become known. With the atmosphere of a small and intimate camp and a large staff of dedicated counselors, our campers are ensured quality personal attention. We also strive to offer a great variety of daily activities, allowing campers to improve their skills, learn new talents and most importantly, be safe and have lots of fun.

Join our staff
Thank you for your interest in our camp. We hire both general and specialty counselors. General counselors spend their day with a group of campers, guiding, supporting, and supervising their summer. As a specialist you do not need to have skills in several areas. We are looking for strong background within a given area. When filling out the application, give careful thought to each area and only indicate those areas that you would be comfortable teaching. We are also in search of adults that are looking for leadership positions such as group leaders, department heads and Registered Nurses. Nearly all of our counselors live the cabins with the campers and have duties and responsibilities supervising a group of approximately 6 to 10 campers. We consider this to be an integral aspect of the counselor position. The friendships and experiences in the cabin have a strong impact on the success of a child's summer. The ability to relate to children is a prerequisite for working at our Camp.

Activities requiring staff:
Team Sports, Softball, Baseball, Kickball, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Lacrosse, Roller Hockey, Football High Flying, Circus Flying, Trapeze, Juggling, Unicycle, Stilt Walking, Tight Rope, Hand Balancing, Globe Triple, Trapeze, Rola Bola Spanish Web Mini Trampoline, Dance, Hip Hop, Modern Jazz, Swing, Ballet, Tap, Arts & Crafts, Woodworking, Stained Glass, Ceramics, Silkscreen, Jewelry, Mosaics, Needlecraft, Tie-Dye/Batik, Candlemaking, Photography, Drawing, Painting, Cartooning, Leather Craft, Equestrian, English, Western Jumping Trail Rides Private/Group Instruction Grooming Individual Sports Gymnastics Weight Training Aerobics Skateboarding Rollerblading Archery Golf Fencing Martial Arts Track Tennis Outdoor Adventure Climbing and Repelling Zip Line High and Low Ropes Overnight Camping Mountain Biking Mountain Boarding Waterfront Scuba Diving Instruction Swimming Instruction Waterskiing Kneeboarding Wakeboarding Tubing Banana Boat 100' Water Slide Boat Instruction Surf Bikes Sailing Rowing Canoeing Kayaking Fishing Diving Aqua Jump Computers Web Design Graphic Design Programming Digital Photography Video Theater & Dance 5 Summer Shows Acting Scenery Lighting Sound Costuming Radio Broadcasting Science & Nature Ecology Rocketry Astronomy Animals Swimming Pool American Red Cross Swim Instruction Swim Team Night Swims Swim Meets Scuba Diving Water Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Polo, Aerobics Special Enents Dance Friday Night Services Color War Carnival Olympics Talent Shows Trips

Who we are
For more than fifty years, ESNJ has been the vanguard of the social movement whose direction is delivering America's promise of full community membership and independence. When communities in New Jersey realized a need for people with disabilities ESNJ answered that need with the incorporation of the New Jersey Chapter of the National Society for Crippled Children and Adults. Its first office opened on Branford Place in Newark and, at the same time, its residential camping services were established. Ten years later the first "sheltered" workshop opened its doors along with its center for the treatment of drug and alcohol abuse. ESNJ reached its first million-dollar year in the 1970's. The Adult Training Division began its operation with the opening of two Adult Training Centers. In 1978 the name changed, but not the mission. The National Society for Crippled Children and Adults became known as ESNJ, and included residential programs that began in 1979 in several counties. With a budget of nearly $42 million dollars, over ninety cents of every dollar received by Easter Seals New Jersey goes to help individuals with disabilities. Easter Seals New Jersey now has seven service lines and provided services to over 5,000 individuals and families last year with:
· Behavioral Health Services · Camping and Recreation Services · Community Support Services Employment Services · Family and Children's Services · Fiscal Intermediary Services · Personal Assistant Services (Information Referral/Equipment Loan) · Employment Services¨

Today ESNJ answers the needs of all people with disabilities through the establishment of its many services helping people and families with disabilities and special needs live, work and play in their communities with equality, dignity and independence. The real significance of Easter Seals' value is demonstrated through the improvement in the quality of life for the people it serves and the gratitude expressed by their families. ESNJ seeks to provide equal opportunity for all persons seeking services without regard to race, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, military status or disability.

ES camping and recreation facilities across the country offer individuals of all ages and abilities the opportunity to experience the joys and challenges of summer camp.

Camp Counsellor

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES · ES has two summer camp programs working with a wide range of individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. QUALIFICATIONS · Sincere desire to work with individuals with disabilities and willingness to give of yourself. Camp Administrator

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES · To provide leadership in the overall administration of camp activities, strategic planning efforts, fundraising/development activities and public relations. QUALIFICATIONS · Must have a bachelor's degree, experience in administrative role, strategic planning experience. · Must also have compassion, a proven record in fundraising, strong public relations skills and the flexibility to travel in and out of the state.

Our Mission
The YMCA is a not-for-profit association of individuals dedicated to improving the quality of life for all through programs that promote healthy Spirit, Mind, and Body. Rooted in Christian tradition and values, the YMCA seeks to serve all people, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, or economic circumstances. Our programs and services strive to strengthen the family, guide the youth of today, and meet the ever-changing needs of our community. The YMCA Camps is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating and maintaining a diverse working community.

Positions
There are several types of positions that are available. Please review the list below and choose those that seem most suitable for you.

Cabin Counselor Applicants must have graduated High School and be at least 18 years old. Counselors live with another counselor and 8-10 campers directing them through their camping experience. The counselor also instructs in one of our Interest Groups. Certifications in certain activities will greatly further your application.

Unit Leader Applicants must be at least 21 years old. This person directs a "unit" of 30-60 children and 6-15 staff; planning, programming, and implementing all unit programs and events. You will be responsible for supervising and evaluating staff, and dealing with camper and parent concerns. Applicants should have prior camping or supervisory experience.

Program Specialists Applicants must be at least 21 years old. This person organizes and runs one of our main activity areas (including- Horseback Riding, Boating, Swimming, Waterfront, Arts and Crafts, Challenge Courses). You will be responsible for supervising and evaluating staff as well as running programs. Certifications relevant to each activity will greatly further your application

Trip Leaders Applicants must be at least 21 years old. They will lead a group of teenagers on adventure and travel trips throughout the United States and abroad. Each trip is held away from the main camp and requires mature and independent leadership. Trip leaders must hold LGT, CPR and First Aid certifications along with an excellent driving record.

Nurse Applicants must be at least 21 years old. Certified RN preferred, LPN accepted. The responsibilities of this position include dispensing medications, dealing with cuts, bruises, poison ivy, etc. and the general wellness of the campers and staff. It is required by law that this position be staffed by a citizen of the United States.

Assistant Chef Applicants must be at least 21 years old. This person should have experience of cooking for large groups (150 - 300) and supervising of at least 6 persons.

Kitchen Assistants Applicants must be at least 18 years old Previous cooking, dishwashing, food preparation experience is preferred.

Maintenance Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Responsibilities of this position include cleaning, landscaping, building maintenance, etc. Applicants who possess a clean driving license and are over 21 years old will greatly further their application.

Office Staff Applicants must be at least 18 years old. This position requires organizational skills and previous office experience. Pre-season Employment There are a number of opportunities that are available to staff who wish to extend their summer camp experience. Regardless of the position that you are hired for in the summer, staff may wish to come to camp early to help out. The work usually includes helping in the food service or maintenance areas, along with program assignments with our

Outdoor Education Staff. During the pre-season everyone pitches in all areas! It is a great way to get to know the camp prior to the summer season as well as earning a few extra dollars!

Skills
Below is a list of programs and skills included in our camping operation. Of course, if you have a skill or interest not listed below, please feel free to list it in the "skills" part of the application...our staff are our resource for programming ideas!

Land Sports, Baseball, Basketball, Field Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, Archery, Tennis, Aerobics, Lacrosse, In Line Skating, Horseback Riding. Water Sports - Canoeing, Sailing, Windsurfing, Swimming, Water-skiing, Ski-boat Driving, Snorkeling. Arts and Crafts - Painting/Drawing, Pottery, Tie Dye, Photography, B&W Darkroom, Rocketry, Drama, Jewelry Making, Music, Storytelling. Outdoor Pursuits - Challenge Course, Orienteering, Outdoor Cooking, Rock Climbing, Nature Lore, Environmental Ed., Camp Craft, Mountain Biking, Trip Leading. Support Areas - Cooking, Dishwashing, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting, Driving Trucks, Driving Vans, Groundskeeping, Cleaning, Security.