Outdoor Instructor at Summer Camp

About us: Morry's Camp is a residential summer camp located in the Catskill Mountains of New York. Morry's Camp is the summer portion of the year round youth-development organization, Project Morry. We believe that summer camps provide youth with a unique opportunity for growing independence, self-discovery, and skill building. Our mission is to provide our youth access to these opportunities regardless of economic status.

About the position: Our Outdoor Instructor plays a key role in our camp community by creating and facilitating outdoor skill lessons. They are also in charge of leading several overnight camping trips throughout the summer. When they are not teaching, they support a group of campers along with a team of counselors.

We are looking for someone who has outdoor skills, such as: camping, hiking, fishing, fire building, outdoor cooking, and orienteering. Having professional training in scouts or other outdoor based group is a plus, but is not required. This individual should be confident in their skills and ability to keep campers safe, and be excited to teach their skills to the campers.

Responsibilities and expectations:

• Create and facilitate lessons, ensuring that the content is accessible to campers based on their age group and ability.
• Support the daily routines established for their group.
• Communicate with counselor team and leadership consistently and effectively.

IF INTERESTED IN APPLYING, please use the link on our website below, or email anna@projectmorry.org

APPLICATION LINK: https://projectmorry.org/morrys-camp/work-at-camp

Compensation: Counselors live on site for the duration of their contracted dates. Room and board is included in salary. Applicant should be available between June 13th through August 10th. The salary for this position is $2,450 plus $200 for completing the season.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship

Pay: $1,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,000