General Employment Information

Hiring Dates  We like to hire for an entire Summer.  This makes for a consistent community not only for our campers but for our close knit staff as well.  Being a camp counselor is a busy summer but it will be one of the best summers of your life! Please remember the last week of campers needs the same amount of enthusiasm as the first week of campers!

Education  Counselors must have completed at least one year of college courses or its equivelant before applying to become a counselor.  Mentors must hold at minimum a bachelors degree or experience that is equivalent before applying to become a mentor.

Certifications:  All staff must be certified in First Aid and CPR through the duration of their contract.  Staff not holding a current First Aid or CPR certification will have the opportunity to be certified during staff training.

Health Information:  There must be a current health form completed and signed by a physician on file in the camp office by the first day or your employment.  Health forms are valid for two years.

Insurance  Workman’s Compensation Insurance covers all staff members during their time on duty with the camp. The camp may contest reactivation of a chronic condition or activities not approved by the camp, which may cause injury. Staff members should carry their own accident, health, and automobile insurance.

Time-Off  Each two-week base camp session has one short night off and one long night off. Additionally, there are 24 to 48 hour breaks between sessions. Additional time off may be granted for special situations. Expeditions staff time off will vary with sessions.

Staff training:  Staff training is one of the most important and valuable investments that Green River makes in its employees.  Staff training is mandatory for all seasonal/summer staff.

Physical Requirements  Must be able to complete moderate hikes daily with campers ranging from one quarter mile to 3 miles.  Must be able to lift and carry a back pack up to 50lbs for up to 4 miles during camp outs.

Attitude  Must be aware the your attitude, actions, and words affect the entire GRP community.  You must be respectful to and of other staff members and campers at all times.  You must also embody the “Can Do” attitude and be willing to assist in any and all aspects of camp with a smile, even if they are outside of your specialty skills. The term “that is not my job” is not used at GRP.

Activity Preferences

Green River Preserve strives to offer a wide range of activity choices as well as expert instructors.  All staff receives activity specific training during staff training.  Be prepared to have one or two activities you specialize in and to work in those areas the entire summer.  We are looking for people to lead or assist in the following activities:

Arts & Crafts
BB Skeet
Canoeing
Climbing Tower
Creative Writing
Dance
Drumming
Fencing
Fly Fishing
Fly Tying
Guitar
Juggling
Knitting/Fiber Art
Nature Art
Outdoor Skills
Pioneer Cooking
Pioneer Crafts
Pottery
Theatre
Wood Working
Wood Burning
Yoga

Application and Screening Process

The Green River Preserve abides by the following application and screening processes for all new staff and for returning staff that have had more than a 12-month gap in their employment at The Preserve.

1. General employment application with list of qualifications completed and reviewed.
2. Three reference forms are required for all potential staff. Please make sure that all three reference forms are filled out and returned to Green River Preserve. Please inform your references that they will be contacted after your application and forms have been received. Application cannot be considered without references.
3. Personal interviews are normally face-to-face interviews conducted by the summer camp director. An interview at camp is preferable, but we are willing to meet you at a mutually agreeable time and location. In the event that a personal interview is not possible, a Skype interview will be conducted.
4. A valid background check.
5. Insurance company drivers’ license review
6. Verification of previous work/volunteer history