Outdoor Youth Counselor

our Program•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Eckerd Connects’ Camp E-Nini-Hassee is hiring Outdoor Youth Counselors for its residential facility in Floral City, Florida. Counselors live on-site and provide guidance, supervision, therapeutic support, and outdoor experiences to girls ages 12 to 17 who face challenges such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, family conflict, neglect, and poor academic performance. The program offers a structured, strength-based residential environment with group therapy, family services, and accredited on-site education. Counselors reside on-site five days per week in open-air cabins adjacent to youth campsites. Fully furnished on-site housing is also provided at no cost for counselors’ two days off each week; counselors may instead choose self-funded off-site housing. The role requires a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends, and involves 24-hour supervision over five days per week. Counselors sleep during the 24-hour day, and Night Watch employees assist with overnight supervision. The position offers opportunities for leadership development, professional growth, and advancement. Relocation assistance is provided, and relocation on-site is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Physical ability to stand for extended periods, reside in open-air cabins during working days, and walk regularly throughout wilderness terrain.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a wilderness setting with exposure to outdoor and weather conditions.
Flexible schedule availability, including some nights and weekends.
Ability to meet the requirement for Level 2 background screening through Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
On-site relocation is required.

Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic support to 10–12 teenage girls.
Provide daily supervision and support to residents in a structured and safe living environment.
Provide daily hygienic oversight and therapeutic support or group counseling related to teenage girls.
Lead therapeutic outdoor adventures.
Serve as a co-teacher while youth attend the on-site school each day.
Monitor youth behavior and ensure the environment is conducive to learning.
Foster positive relationships with youth and guide and mentor them as they navigate personal and educational challenges.
Provide overall supervision of youth, including 24-hour supervision for five days a week.
Support residents in crisis situations and provide conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.