Sunday, August 01, 2010

Welcome to Camp Krem! We are proud to announce our 52nd year of offering summer camping opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities such as, Down Syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy and those with physical and/or emotional differences.

Camp Krem is now accepting applications for summer staff positions. In keeping with our tradition of hiring the very best, we are seeking creative individuals who are mature, compassionate, energetic, and enthusiastic. Leadership skills, patience, good judgment and a sense of humor are essential. References, background checks and a medical screening are mandatory. Staff members are hired from universities throughout the United States and several countries. The staff sleeps in small cabin-groups of 6 to 7 with their campers providing support as needed to their campers. There are 3 to 4 counselors in each cabin. The days can be both physically and emotionally demanding but will also include endless rewards and many special moments to cherish.

In addition to working in this fun, adventuresome and fulfilling environment, staff members receive

* Excellent salary (Counselors are paid $220 per week)
* Room and board
* Extensive Staff training and orientation
* Professional career experience for those interested in healthcare, human services, education, and recreation fields.

Camp Krem staff members, will also have opportunities to

* Meet interesting people from all over the world
* Create wonderful memories and lasting friendships
* Challenge themselves and develop many new skills
* Make a real difference in the lives of special children
* Serve as a part of a dedicated, talented team learning to problem solve, accept challenges, gain self-confidence and valuable leadership skills.
* Live in an awesome coastal mountain setting in one of the most beautiful and popular regions of Northern California

ACTIVITIES: Together with our campers, we will explore, create, learn, make new friends and participate in many fabulous adventures. The wide variety of program activities allows for campers to have free-choice, gain personal fulfillment and have fun at the same time. Counselors plan, participate and supervise campers in activities including:

Daily Swimming

Arts & Crafts

Backpacking

Kickball

Cooking

Pottery

Nature

Soccer
Singing Dance Hiking Baseball
Primitive Camping Gardening Music Basketball
Travel Camps Games Beach combing Bocce ball
Campfire programs Drama Talent shows  
1-3 Day Backpacking trips 7-12 Day Primitive Camping Trips    

Many field trips to great sites such as Big Basin State Park and Henry Cowel State Park.

To Apply for Positions: You are welcome to apply by completing our on line application. See Below. If selected, you will be contacted by e-mail or telephone by our personnel director. Telephone interviews are available for certain applicants depending on home or school locations. If you enjoy working with persons with disabilities, teamwork, fun, friendship and outdoor recreation, Camp Krem may be your special place to work this summer! Explore the great outdoors with the most terrific campers! Join us for an incredible summer filled with unforgettable adventures and memories that will last a lifetime.

POSITIONS

Camp Counselors,Internships, Leaders

Directors, Specialists, Support Staff

Applications for all positions are now being accepted. We will hire until all our staffing needs are met.

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