Summer Camp Program Specialist

Overview

Be among the first applicants to join Camp Easterseals Virginia (ESVA) as a Camp Program Specialist for the summer. We are hiring for several specialty areas — including Adventure, Equestrian, Creative Arts, Waterfront, and Outdoors — to design fun, inclusive, and adaptive experiences for campers of varying abilities.

As a Camp Program Specialist, you will help plan, adapt, and lead activities in your specialty for campers with diverse physical and developmental needs. Activities may include arts and crafts, canoeing, nature hikes, and themed evening programs. You will help ensure every activity is engaging, safe, and accessible for all campers. In addition to supervising activities and maintaining program areas, you’ll assist in the cabins with camper care and daily routines.

Your creativity and support will contribute to a positive and memorable camper experience.

Working at Camp ESVA is about making a difference while growing personally and professionally. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay:
  The pay for the full summer camp (11.5 weeks) ranges from $3,450 to $3,565 depending on experience.
• Room & Board:
  All meals, including s’mores, and accommodations are provided.
• Climate-Controlled Cabins
• Biweekly Salary
• Bonuses for referrals and returning staff
• Team Atmosphere:
  Work alongside passionate people from around the world.
• Professional Development:
  Gain experience working with individuals with disabilities — a great addition to resumes for careers in education, healthcare, social work, and more.
• Days Off:
  Two full days off between each camp session to relax, recharge, and explore the area.
• Beautiful
  
  Location:
  
  Work in a serene, wooded environment with activities like zip-lining, canoeing, and horseback riding nearby.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED required (some college coursework in recreation or a related field preferred).
• Skills:
  
  Enthusiasm, creativity, strong organization, and expertise in your program specialty.
• Current lifeguard certification from American Red Cross or equivalent, and current CPR and First Aid certifications (All waterfront staff).
• Physically able to participate in activities and assist with program area maintenance.
• Be able to commit to a minimum of 4 weeks at our camp.

If you are kind, caring, and seek a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of others, please apply directly at:

Camp Easterseals Virginia operates as part of Easterseals PORT Health. For 65 years, Camp Easterseals has provided quality recreational and therapeutic camp programming in New Castle, Virginia. Children and adults with disabilities can experience the outdoors through horseback riding, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, ziplining, and campfires thanks to our dedicated team members.

Easterseals PORT Health is an inclusive organization focused on IDEAL principles:
Inclusive Language, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!