Youth Behavioral Specialist & Wellness Coordinator (Spring Break Camp)

ASC Advisors LLC • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Camper Wellness Coordinator (CWC) champions the mental, emotional, social, and physical safety of campers. The role supports diverse youth using trauma-informed behavioral interventions and responds to behavioral or mental health crises with composure and empathy. Staff live on-site during camp, which runs March 14–20, 2027, with paid staff training March 5–7. Camp is held at Lake Travis for ages 12–15 or Zilker Lodge for ages 8–11. The position offers seasonal pay, room and board during the camp session, and the opportunity to earn college internship credit while receiving pay.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have completed or be pursuing a master’s degree and/or licensure in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field; candidates without a degree must have extensive hands-on experience working with youth from the population served.
• Have at least 2 years of experience with camp, youth development, and/or outdoor programs.
• Be able to pass a national criminal background check.
• Have experience with trauma-informed care, TBRI, foster care, child development, and child abuse, and understand the legal and ethical standards of practice.
• Have experience working with youth from a wide range of backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Help design and facilitate pre-camp and ongoing counselor training on trauma-informed behavior management, restorative practices, and crisis de-escalation.
• Participate in camp activities to build trust with campers, lead age-appropriate wellness programming for cabin groups, and support positive cabin culture contracts (SHINE).
• Respond to escalated behaviors and mental health crises; develop Expected Behavior Plans and actionable coping strategies to support campers’ safe participation.
• Communicate with guardians about camper progress and behavior plans, coordinate outside support resources when needed, and lead conversations if a camper must return home.
• Document behavior and incident reports and maintain detailed notes.
• Follow Texas Mandated Reporter guidelines in coordination with the Camp Director.

Benefits

• $813.52 for the camp session, plus additional paid training.
• Free lodging and all meals and snacks while camp is in session.
• Opportunity to earn college internship credit while being paid.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level