Staff Information

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Jobs available:
General Counselor
Lifeguard/Counselor
Camp Nurse
Assistant Cook
Dishwasher

Elks Camp Barrett is looking for qualified and diverse staff from all over the country. Last year's international staff came to us from Ireland, Spain, Finland, Holland, Hungary, Romainia, Belarus, Zambia, Australia, New Zealand, Croatia, Russia, Columbia and Korea. "Local" staff members hailed from Maryland, Pennsylvainia and Virginia.

We hire 12 male and 12 female counselors each summer. When we are hosting male campers, male counselors live in the cabins with the boys and the female staff members live in the staff cabin. Male staff members get to live in the staff cabin when we host female campers. Each cabin holds approximately 20 campers and 2 counselors. The overall ratio of campers to staff is 5 to 1. This low ratio allows us to ensure that each camper gets the individual attention they need. Each staff member gets one evening off each week and 24 hours off each weekend.

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General Counselor-Provide campers with the opportunity to develop as an individual, be a role model, lead activities, supervise campers at all times, and HAVE FUN!

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Desire and ability to work with children outdoors
2. Ability to relate to peers
3. Ability to accept supervision and guidance
4. Ability to assist in teaching an activity
5. Good character, integrity and adaptability
6. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
7. High school graduate or equivalent, or at least 18 years of age

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Lifeguard/Counselor-Be responsible for the safety and well being of campers and staff while the pool is in operation and be knowledgeable of the mechanical operation of the pool. When not at the pool, lifeguards act as general counselors.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Training and experience in pool and swimming activities
2. Current Anne Arundel County Lifeguard license (can be obtained after arrival at camp)
3. Current Lifeguard Certification
4. American Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving and American Red Cross 15 hour step up course or Royal Lifesaving Bronze Medallion and American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification
5. Desire and ability to work with children outdoors
6. Ability to accept supervision and guidance
7. Ability to assist in teaching an activity
8. Good character, integrity and adaptability
9. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
10. College Student or at least 18 years of age

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Camp Nurse-Supervise the general health and welfare of campers and staff, supervise health and cleanliness standards throughout the camp, and respond to any medical emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Licensed in the State of Maryland as a Registered Nurse
2. Experience with children, youth and adults
3. Ability to originate, update and/or monitor health care, maintain records and implement the health care plan.
4. Current CPR and first aid certifications
5. Desire to work and live in a camp community

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Assistant Cook-Assist the Head Cook in preparation of meals for campers and staff

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Desire to work in the food service area
2. Ability to read menus, weights and measures
3. Ability to work well with others
4. Ability to accept supervision

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Dishwasher-Wash dishes, keep kitchen area clean, assist Head Cook as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Desire to work in a camp kitchen
2. Ability to learn to do tasks as assigned
3. Ability to work well with others
4. Ability to accept supervision