Ready to mentor the next generation of camp leaders? We are looking for a CIT Director to lead our Counselor-in-Training program and help teens develop the skills, confidence, and experience to become future camp counselors. You'll create meaningful training experiences, mentor CITs, coordinate their schedules and shadowing opportunities, and help them discover what it means to be a positive role model at camp - all while living on the shores of beautiful Lake Champlain.
This seasonal position has a contract from June 11 through August 22. Possibilities of pre-season and post-season work are also available.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
- Develop Future Leaders: Mentor teens as they build leadership, communication, and camp counseling skills.
- Make and Impact: Create a structured, supportive, and engaging CIT experience that helps participants grow and succeed.
- Lead and Inspire: Plan and deliver training, reflection, and shadowing experiences while serving as a positive role model for boys.
- Be Part of a Mission-Driven Team: Join a community committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and our camp motto "Help the Other Fellow".
- Live the Camp Life: Spend your summer in a beautiful outdoor setting with housing and meals included in compensation!
What You’ll Do:
- Lead the CIT Program: Plan, implement, and evaluate a structured and engaging experience for CIT participants.
- Coordinate Training: Organize CIT schedules, training sessions, reflections, and opportunities to shadow cabin and program staff.
- Provide Feedback: Regularly observe and evaluate CITs, providing constructive feedback focused on growth and readiness for future leadership roles.
- Build Connections: Serve as liaison between CITs and camp staff, helping CITs successfully navigate their role within the camp community.
- Be a Camp Leader: As a member of the camp leadership team, participate fully in staff training and camp life while modeling leadership, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
Salary:
$575 - $736 / week based on a 6-day workweek
What We’re Looking For:
- Must be at least 20 years old
- Minimum for 2 years of experience in a leadership role, preferably in a residential camp or teen programming setting, preferred.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification, preferred.
- Must be willing to live on site for the duration of the camp season (housing and meals provided).
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for the role and are essential to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Ability to navigate camp terrain, including uneven and remote areas.
- Strong visual and auditory awareness to ensure camper safety.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and remain active throughout the day.
- Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to promptly and adequately respond to all emergency situations on camp.