Summer Employment
The Summer Camp staff are compassionate, dedicated individuals who believe in our mission and are committed to helping our campers discover healthy and enjoyable alternatives to the lifestyles to which they are accustomed. The counselors live in the bunks with the campers and teach activities. We are proud to have camper alumnae on our staff as well as counselors who grew up in the foster care system and can relate to our campers in a heartfelt way. All benefit our campers and instill within them a sense of hope and encouragement. The Summer Camp is an equal opportunity employer, with 35 female counselors each summer from various racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Dates of Employment: June 12-August 2, 2025
Optional Additional Dates: August 5-17, 2025
Residential Camp Counselors
Our counselors create a safe and welcoming atmosphere, helping establish a sense of belonging, hope and encouragement for each camper. Counselors are hired after an interview and a demonstration of meeting the following criteria:
• Devotion to helping young girls at-risk
• Ability to express compassion, understanding and encouragement of others
• Positive social and emotional health
• Willingness to face and overcome challenges
• Ability to work among a diverse peer group
• Successful completion of a professional background check
From June 12th through June 20th, all counselors participate in professional training sessions. Workshops include:
• American Red Cross CPR and First Aid
• Maintaining Safety
• Behavior Compliance
• Children’s Mental Health and Development
• Driver Safety
Healthcare Professional
We hire a Registered Nurse to ensure the health and well-being of our campers and counselors. In this position, most duties include distributing prescribed medications and triaging campers to decide if further medical treatment is necessary. We hire one nurse per session. Nurses may choose to work one ten-day session or more if desired.
The Summer Camp collaborates with Western Maine Family Health Center in Livermore Falls, Maine to provide additional medical treatment as needed.
FAQ
What activities are available for me to teach as a counselor?
Activities include: archery, dance, drama, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, literacy, land sports, photography, science explorers. arts and crafts, pottery, fun-food and fitness and Hardy Girls (A self-esteem, relationship building curriculum).
How much will I be paid?
The base salary for all counselors is $2,000 for the General Camp season. An additional $550 is added to your salary if you remain on staff through our Hiking and Canoeing session, which runs from Aug. 5th through the 17th.
How long is the season?
The typical season runs from June 12 through August 2. Additional positions will be available to qualified counselors for a 13-day Hiking and Canoeing session from August 5 through August 17.
“Although I am a California girl, Maine has captured my heart. I had the time of my life with the girls I met this summer. I think about many of the girls on a daily basis, and I am so lucky to have met girls who I can truthfully say have changed my life forever.”