Outdoor Recreation Internship

   

Camp Twin Lakes

posted: Jul 10, 2009 and closes: Jul 10, 2010

Description and Details

Camp Twin Lakes Intern Desired Qualifications: 14-16 week internships are offered year round to coincide with your school calendar • Job Qualifications Prefer background in experiential education, outdoor recreation, leisure studies, teaching or related field• Previous camp and youth experience. • Understanding of CTL’s mission and objectives. • Desire and ability to learn about camp program management. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Knowledge of several program areas (Adventure Challenge, Creative Arts, Teambuilding, Community Service, Waterfront, Nature, Horseback riding) • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point) Responsible to: Program Director Responsibilities vary depending upon time of year but may include: • Develop and revise lesson plans based upon outcomes and objectives. • Update or create operating procedures for program areas. • Assist with documentation and preparation for ACA accreditation. • Attend and lead program activities • Create and post job advertisements, brochures, and flyers for summer staff. • Market and recruit summer staff through promotional materials, job fairs, college campuses, club presentations, etc. • Identify and implement ways to recruit hard-to-find staff (minorities, experience level, males, etc.) • Review camper applications. • Assist with camper interviews. • Create program or event schedules. • Complete some administrative tasks (copying, assembling packets or manuals, phone calls, photography) • Organize staff and camper applicant materials. • Respond to prospective staff applicants by email, mail, or phone. • Assist with staff screening and hiring process. • Provide feedback and assist in planning for staff training. • Assist with staff orientation. Camp Twin Lakes is a nonprofit organization that offers year-round recreational, therapeutic, and educational programs for children and young adults facing serious illnesses and other life challenges. With its network of Partners, Camp Twin Lakes provides life-changing experiences at its state-of-the-art, fully accessible camps in Rutledge, Georgia; Camp Will-A-Way in Winder, Georgia; and other locations throughout the state.

Location

Rutledge, GA or Winder, GA

Application Info

Send cover letter and resume. Be sure to outline in your letter the goals you wish to accomplish during interning at Camp Twin Lakes and qualifications that may set you apart from other candidates.

Camp Twin Lakes Attn: Nyleta Wallace, MS, TRS, CTRS 600 Means St. Ste 110 Atlanta GA 30318
nyleta@camptwinlakes.org
fax: 404-577-8854

Salary & Benefits

Room and Board is provided. You will gain experience in fields such as outdoor education, experiential education, program design and implementation.