Seasonal - Level Three Overnight Summer Camp Counselor - Blueberry Cove -H Learning Center

Seasonal - Level Three Overnight Summer Camp Counselor - Blueberry Cove 4-H Learning Center

Tenants Harbor, ME, United States (On-site)

• Job Identification 2141
• Posting Date 12/04/2025, 07:42 PM
• Locations 22 Blueberry Cove Rd, Tenants Harbor, ME, 04860, US (On-site)
• Business Unit University of Maine
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Temporary
• Department UM Cooperative Extension
• Job Type Temporary Salaried
• Work Duration Months 3

Looking for a job that combines teaching, adventure, and the outdoors? Spend your season at Blueberry Cove 4-H Learning Center, leading youth in environmental education, trips, campfires, and community building. You’ll gain real-world experience, build leadership skills, and make lasting memories all while working in one of Maine’s most beautiful outdoor classrooms.

As a Level Three Overnight Camp Counselor, you will play an integral role in leading outdoor leadership programs for teenagers, guiding them through 2‑4 day trips that include camping, hiking, and canoeing adventures. You will participate in a comprehensive two‑week training to hone your practical skills, after which you’ll co‑lead multiple‑week sessions focused on essential leadership skills such as communication, team‑building, and outdoor safety.

Your responsibilities will include planning and implementing engaging lessons, supervising campers for their safety and well‑being, preparing meals for trips, and driving 12‑passenger vans to various program sites, all while modeling positive behavior and environmental stewardship.

Stipend $4,500 - $5,000 stipend for 9 weeks, commensurate with experience, including paid training, paid in bi‑weekly installments.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

• You have a minimum of 3 years related experience working with teenagers and teaching in the outdoors or equivalent. AND/OR
• You need to hold an additional certification that is value added to keep our campers safe like:
  • Lifeguard certification
  • Wilderness First Aid and CPR certification
• You have experience leading camping/backpacking/canoeing trips

Preferred:

• You have a valid US driver’s license and are eligible to be authorized and approved as a university driver based on the Driver Administration Policy.
• This camp is licensed by the State of Maine. You must meet the State of Maine requirement for driving vehicles, “Drivers of vehicles carrying campers must be at least 21 years of age and be approved by the camp’s auto liability insurer’s agent.”
• You hold a higher additional certification that is specific to the outdoors like:
  • Wilderness Responder Certification
  • Small Craft Water Safety Certification
• With or without accommodation, you have the ability to lead groups outdoors over various terrain with 35 lbs. or greater packs for extended days and the ability to assist in carrying canoes (85 lb.) with others
• You can demonstrate responsible and safe decision‑making skills in all aspects of outdoor camp programming.
• You have a genuine motivation to work with children in a vibrant, high‑energy outdoor setting where every day is an adventure.
• You demonstrate responsible and safe decision‑making skills, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all campers during outdoor programming

About Blueberry Cove 4-H Learning Center:

The 4‑H Camp and Learning Centers provide environmentally focused programs for Maine youth and families. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature‑based experiences. Tucked into a cove on a coast of Maine, Blueberry Cove, is a place to explore the ocean while having fun and experiencing the joys of being a part of the natural world, we emphasize community living, respect for all, and healthy relationships.

Our programs encourage everyone to be themselves, learn from those around them, and make good decisions.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position, you will need to “Apply” and either upload the documentation listed below:

• 1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
• 2.) a resume/curriculum…