Description

Camp Sewataro is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and flexible professional to join our Community Support Team as an Inclusion Counselor. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in special education, mental health, counseling, or youth behavioral support who are passionate about helping children succeed in a camp environment.

The Inclusion Counselor provides targeted emotional and behavioral support to campers who may need additional guidance to fully participate in camp. This position is also a key support resource for counselors, offering strategies, tools, and in-the-moment coaching to promote safety, inclusion, and positive group culture.

Key Responsibilities

Camper Behavioral and Emotional Support
Provide in-the-moment support for campers experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges
Help de-escalate situations quickly and safely, stepping in when needed
Conduct observations and maintain detailed notes to support ongoing assessment and planning
Assist with short-term and long-term behavior plans and positive incentive systems

Collaboration and Communication
Report directly to the Community Support Supervisor
Work closely with Section Supervisors and Leadership Team to ensure cohesive camper support
Share observations with leadership to strengthen communication and coordinated care

Counselor Coaching and Group Support
Support counselors in setting group goals around inclusion and behavior
Provide regular check-ins and strategies to help staff feel confident and supported
Create and share resources such as games and behavioral tools to strengthen community culture

Documentation and Systems
Maintain confidentiality at all times, recognizing camper and staff records as private
Log behavioral notes and case documentation into CampMinder

Pre-Camp Responsibilities
Review camper profiles alongside the Community Support Supervisor
Assist in training first-time counselors on rule-setting, community building, and supportive behavior practices
Develop and share inclusion-focused tools and resources for staff

Physical Expectations
This is an active camp role requiring standing, walking, and moving throughout the day in an outdoor environment.

Requirements

Desired Qualifications
Personal interest in the safety and well-being of children
Special Education teacher, mental health counselor, or guidance counselor background strongly preferred
Experience in teaching, social work, counseling, or youth development preferred

Experience Requirements
Must be a rising senior in college or a college graduate
At least 1 year of internship or field placement experience working with special needs, at-risk, behavioral, or vulnerable youth populations in a frontline role
Camp experience is strongly preferred