Work for Us

How to Apply

We've gone green and all applications must be completed online. Please apply online AND send resume to Bob Gagner, Executive Director, via email.

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Email your resume to Bob

Benefits of Working at Camp

As President Teddy Roosevelt said, “Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” Gain valuable work and life experiences. Learn new skills, develop a strong work ethic, have opportunities to accept responsibility and be a leader.

There is nothing as rewarding as seeing the smile on a child’s face and knowing that you have helped in their growth and development. Make life-long friends with your fellow camp staff.

Salary, room and board, and Worker’s Compensation are provided.

Camp Staff Selection Criteria

Camp Icaghowan prides ourselves on a “Mission Driven / Camper Focused” staff. Camp staff selections are based on your:

• Previous experience with youth
• Knowledge of group dynamics
• Understanding and ability to facilitate programs to accomplish our youth development mission
• Ability to make sound decisions regarding safety
• Passion for helping youth grow

Camp Staff Application Process & Training

Each staff member goes through:

• An application process
• 3 reference checks
• A personal interview
• A criminal background check
• A sexual predator background check prior to hire
• CPR and First Aid certification
• 11 days of staff training in camp
• They are monitored weekly and supervised to assure their ability to safely operate the program. Icaghowan’s staff to camper ratio is 1 staff member to every 6 campers with a minimum of two staff per cabin.

Camp Staff Positions

• Cabin Counselors
• Trip Leaders
• Unit Leaders
• Program Director
• Aquatics Director
• Arts and Crafts Director
• Nature Director
• Trips Director
• Skate Boarding Director
• Climbing/Ropes Course Director
• Wranglers
• Nurse
• Office staff
• Interns
• Kitchen staff

Staff live at camp during camper sessions. Most weeks, staff are off on Friday nights and Saturday. Salary, room and board, and Worker’s Compensation are provided.