Outdoor Youth Counselor

our Program•Indianapolis, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eckerd Connects’ Camp E-Nini-Hassee is hiring Outdoor Youth Counselors for its residential outdoor therapeutic wilderness camp for girls in Floral City, Florida. Counselors live on-site and support girls ages 12–17 who may be experiencing challenges such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, neglect, and poor academic performance. The program offers a structured, strength-based residential setting with group therapy, individualized treatment, family services, outdoor activities, and accredited on-site education. Counselors provide daily supervision, hygienic oversight, therapeutic support, and outdoor adventures for a group of approximately 10–12 residents. They also serve as co-teachers while residents attend the on-site school and help maintain an environment conducive to learning. This is a live-in position with a flexible schedule that includes some nights and weekends and supervision responsibilities 24 hours a day, five days a week. Counselors sleep during the 24-hour period, and Night Watch employees assist with overnight supervision. The position requires residing on-site five days per week in open-air cabins adjacent to the youth campsites. On-site furnished housing is provided at no cost, including housing for counselors during their two days off; alternatively, counselors may choose self-funded off-site housing. Relocation to the site is required, and relocation assistance is provided. The role offers opportunities for leadership development, professional growth, and advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Physical ability to stand for extended periods and walk regularly throughout wilderness terrain.
Ability to reside in open-air cabins during working days.
Ability to work a 24-hour/five-day schedule with flexible availability, including some nights and weekends.
Ability to work outdoors and be exposed to weather conditions.
Must complete Level 2 background screening through Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

Provide daily supervision and support to residents in a structured, safe living environment.
Provide hygienic oversight, therapeutic support, group counseling, and therapeutic outdoor adventures for 10–12 teenage girls.
Foster positive relationships with residents and guide and mentor them through personal and educational challenges.
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.
Supervise youth 24 hours a day, five days a week, and support residents during crises using conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
Maintain a positive attitude while working and residing in an outdoor wilderness setting.