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The Camp Abnaki staff come from around the world to serve youth.

Each member of our staff is hired after extensive interviews and background checks. Counselors are chosen for their understanding of boys, emotional maturity, and moral values. Every staff member serves as a positive role model for youth. Staff are recruited from around the country and around the world, providing campers with an opportunity for an intercultural experience while staying close to home.

Our staff participate in an intensive, week-long staff training program includes instruction in group dynamics, skill development, behavior management, and safety. In keeping with adopted policies of the YMCA, all staff also receive training in how to prevent, identify, & report incidents of child maltreatment. For a list of available positions, see below.

To join the Camp Abnaki staff, contact the camp office at (802) 862-8993 ext. 129 for an application. Scroll down for a list of open positions. You can click on a position title to see a full job description.

Click here for the 2010 staff application form, and here for the reference form.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR SUMMER 2010:

POSITION POSITION TYPE BASE SALARY/WEEK MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS # OF WEEKS+

Senior Cabin Counselor Cabin Staff $233 Must have completed one year of college, or have equivalent experience in camping. 9

Junior Cabin Counselor Cabin Staff $133 Must have completed 11th grade. 9

Village Director Administrative Staff $300 Must be at least 21 years old, with previous experience in youth and peer leadership. 10

Administrative Assistant Administrative Staff $330 Must possess outstanding organizational and communication skills. Must be able to use Microsoft Office suite. 14

Day Camp Counselor Day Camp Staff* $250 Must have completed one year of college, or have equivalent experience in camping. 9

Camp Nurse Support Staff $600 Must be at least 21 years old and have RN certification. 10

Assistant Waterfront Director Program Staff $300 Must be a certified life guard. Must have previous waterfront experience 9

Arts & Crafts Coordinator Program Staff $290 Previous experience in art instruction preferred. 9

Sailing Coordinator Program Staff $300 Previous sailing experience in various boat sizes and styles. Must be at least 21 years old. 10

All positions are residential and include Room & Board, except those noted with an (*). Non-residential staff may have the option to live on camp.

+The 2010 Camp Abnaki contracts begin June 13 for 10 week positions and June 20 for 9 week positions. The last day of the season is August 22. There are also a limited number of staff positions available during the Spring and Fall group rental season. Contact the camp office for more information.

Additional salary is given for certifications beyond minimum requirements (Lifeguard, program instruction certifications, etc.). Contact the camp office for details.

Y M C A C a m p A b n a k i

WINTER ADDRESS:
266 College St.
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 862-8981

SUMMER ADDRESS:
1252 Abnaki Rd.
North Hero, VT 05474
(802) 372-8275

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