Welcome to Camp Ravencliff, where kids thrive in a safe, caring supportive community and learning is by experience. Lessons learned here last well beyond the final campfire, they help to shape young lives and inspire new goals and dreams.
At Camp Ravencliff, kids and teens discover not just the wonders of the outdoors, but the joy of exploring their unique personalities, talents and interests. Campers gain independence, make new friends, build resilience and learn to try new things.
Nestled on a hillside along the Eel River, in the town of Redway in Southern Humboldt County. Our rustic, natural environment and small camp size offers a rich environment for kids to learn about themselves, their surroundings, and how to live in their community.
Under direction of the Camp Director, the Camp Counselor is responsible for all campers assigned to their group. They take responsibility for leadership and guidance to those campers in daily living, with special attention to: personal hygiene and safety, camper participation in all-camp activities, camper participation in the cabin group and cabin activities including cabin reflections, meal time behavior and habits. The Camp Counselor is expected to adhere to the policies, procedures and standards established by the Sonoma County Family YMCA.
At least eighteen years of age, or high school graduate, some college preferred.
Fingerprint clearance from both Department of Justice (DOJ) & FBI, which includes sex offender screening.
Experience as a camper or working with children as a leader or assistant leader, ideally in a camp setting.
Ability to relate to one’s peers, as well as children, effectively.
Flexibility and maturity, with ability to accept supervision.
First Aid and CPR certification prior to start of camp.
Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard certification or YMCA Lifeguard certification preferred but not required.
Must attend all mandatory training sessions, including but not limited to Child Abuse Awareness, Sexual Harassment and Workplace Violence Prevention and pre-camp staff training which will include on-site training and may also include virtual training.
Because this position lives among the camp community, it is strongly recommended to be current on all standard vaccines including COVID-19, measles and pertussis.
Under the direction of the Camp Director administer program to ensure program goals are met, evidenced by improved participant survey responses and increased retention rate of participants in the program.
Live in a cabin with all campers assigned to your group and take responsibility for leadership and guidance to those campers in daily living, with special attention to: personal hygiene and safety, camper participation in camp activities, camper participation in the cabin group and cabin activities including cabin reflections, meal time behavior and habits.
Treats all participants with dignity and respect.
Follow behavior management procedures outlined in the Y Code of Conduct, staff training and as directed by the camp director.
Attend training sessions and staff meetings as scheduled.
Knowledge of emergency and safety procedures.
Be willing to be flexible, understanding, and sensitive to the needs of people and promote positive relationship between children and staff.
Engage in behavior that is conducive to team building; using open communication, encouragement, support and tolerance with fellow staff members.
Maintain regular communication and active engagement with immediate supervisor.
Communicate verbally with campers individually and provide instruction daily.
Lead activities as assigned.
Lead cabin group and provide quality programming for cabin activities, reflections and weekly overnighter.
Interpret the rules, policies, and traditions of camp to the camper.
Serve as a good role model in personal language, appearance, communication skills, and health habits.
Engaging Community-Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Inclusion-Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
Communication & Influence-Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making-Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
Program Management-Programs or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
Emotional Maturity-Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Developing Self & Others-Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
CPR/First Aid Certification