Counselor in Training Coordinator

Camp Fire Columbia•Sandy, OR

1d•$100 - $115•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, fun, engaging, and educational experience for campers in the counselors in training program. Coordinators live in a cabin with campers, aid in implementing a set curriculum, attend trainings and meetings, provide supervision and community expectations, create positive environment for campers and peers, and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of unit areas.

Requirements

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with coworkers, volunteers, parents, and contractors; including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
Has a High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. We are able to hire a small number of current high-school aged staff that are at least 17-years-old, but the majority of our staff must be 18 years or older.
Will be at least 20 years old prior to summer 2026.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manages time and stress levels, and proactively solve problems.
Ability to interact with campers of varying age levels.
Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions.
Prior to June 2026, must be able to obtain a valid Oregon Food Handler’s card, First Aid & CPR certification and completion of Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse online training. Will also be required to complete online training prior to arrival at camp.

Responsibilities

Aid in leading regular observation time, check-ins, and team building activities with CITs. Provide written and verbal feedback and support them in their professional growth.
Supervise, evaluate, observe, and provide support to CITs this includes teaching games, songs, community expectation coaching, and providing staff context to support CITs during shadows or live-ins.
Supervises and assists the CIT group in camp responsibilities including unit duties, table setting, cleaning bathrooms, cabin clean-up, etc.
Support program goals, community engagement and expectations for unit. Collaborate with Camp Leadership to ensure program uses best youth and staff development practices and safety procedures.
Collaborate with co-CIT Coordinator and Assistant Camp Director, Senior Units to act as mentor and teacher to 10-18 CITs.
This includes establishing group agreements, leading youth development curriculum, scheduling program shadows, cabin live-ins and other opportunities for CITs to practice counseling and specialist skills.
Support in leading trainings and setting up live-ins and shadows for CITs.
Live in an assigned unit and work with Assistant Camp Director, Senior Units on tasks to support the overall success of camp.
Assist program staff with songs, arts and crafts, science experiments, cooking projects, and field trip activities, etc. Training provided.
Assist in coordinating cabin, unit and all-camp activity planning and facilitation including events such as free choice, campfires, group games, skit night, etc.
Assist with planning and facilitation of pre-camp set-up and training, daily staff meetings, weekly clean-up, end-of-summer shut down, and other support tasks as needed.
Act as role model for campers including setting clear cabin expectations and providing first line of support for campers needs including homesickness, conflict mediation, and team building.
Lead and live with a group of youth including gathering camper interests for scheduling, setting and following community expectations and being a safe and supportive mentor during their time at camp.
Responsible for ensuring campers basic needs are met including sufficient sleep, hygiene, reasonable eating habits and cooperation with the Medical Staff and Program Director in case of illness.
Ensure a safe social, emotional, and physical environment for campers and staff members.
Set clear safety and behavior expectations for campers. Follow all Namanu safety and emergency protocols.
Provide timely follow up on any accident/ incidents reporting.
Collaboratively work with other staff in unit to maintain a clean and safe work environment, including end of season inventory of supplies.
Assist and lead various activities for campers to support intended camper outcomes and engagement within the camp community.
Assist program staff with songs, arts and crafts, science experiments, cooking projects, and field trip activities, etc. Training provided.
Lead cabin unit in group activities, including games, songs, etc.
Assist in coordinating cabin, unit and all-camp activity planning and facilitation including events such as free choice, campfires, group games, skit night, etc.