What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Activities Counselor position at True Friends?
Activities Counselor
Join in our mission of providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities!
Looking for an incredible summer job? Join us at our beautiful Minnesota summer camp, where you’ll help create unforgettable experiences for individuals with disabilities. Lead exciting activities in a fun, adventurous environment while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our campers.
Schedule: Seasonal, Late May - Mid August 2025
Location: Camp Courage in Maple Lake, MN
True Friends Benefits:
- Meals, housing, and training provided
- Gain relevant experience for your career
- Build your portfolio with diverse work examples
- Live and work surrounded by nature
- And more!
How You'll Contribute:
- Use & learn skills to lead a variety of activities from high ropes to arts and crafts, from large group games to adaptive archery and so. much. more.
- Learn how to adapt all activities to meet the needs of campers or all ages and abilities.
- Create opportunities for empowerment and independence.
- Facilitate team building, social skill development, and just plain fun.
- Have the opportunity to share skills and hobbies as a specific waterfront, recreation, or creative Activities Counselor or be a well-rounded counselor offering a variety of activities
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Age 18
- Willing to step outside your comfort zone.
- Comfortable coaching small and large groups.
- Passionate about making a difference in the world.
- Comfortable supporting others with daily living skills (we train you!)
- Happy to live and work in a communal setting.
- Eager to take initiative and have a strong work ethic.
- Able to be flexible and adapt to an ever-changing environment.
- CPR/First Aid certified, Lifeguard certified, camping experience, prior experience with the population highly valued but NOT required.
About Us:
True Friends’ programs include camp, respite, therapeutic horseback riding, conference and retreat, travel, and team building, serving over 25,000 individuals annually. With locations near Maple Lake, Annandale, Eden Prairie and Bemidji, MN, True Friends serves individuals in Minnesota and throughout the United States