Social Worker Job at Camp Akiba, Stroudsburg, PA

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  • Camp Akiba
  • Stroudsburg, PA

Job Description

Location: Camp Akiba, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania (Pocono Mountains)

Job Type: Seasonal Full Time (Summer)

Reports To: Camp Director

About Camp Akiba:

Camp Akiba is a premier overnight camp dedicated to creating a nurturing and fun environment where campers build lifelong friendships, develop leadership skills, and grow in confidence. Rooted in tradition and community, Camp Akiba provides campers with enriching experiences through engaging activities, outdoor adventure, and personal development.

Position Summary:

Camp Akiba is seeking a compassionate and experienced  Camp Social Worker for a traditional overnight camp to support the emotional well-being of campers and staff throughout the summer. This role involves providing mental health support, crisis intervention, and guidance to campers while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all. The Social Worker will collaborate with camp leadership, division leaders, counselors, and medical staff to address social, emotional, and behavioral needs, fostering a positive camp experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Camper Support:

  • Provide individual and group counseling to campers experiencing emotional, social, or behavioral challenges.
  • Develop and implement strategies to help campers navigate homesickness, anxiety, peer conflicts, and other adjustment issues.
  • Work closely with counselors and unit heads to identify and support at-risk campers.

Staff Collaboration & Training:

  • Train and educate staff on mental health awareness, behavior management, and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Serve as a resource for counselors and unit heads in addressing camper concerns.
  • Offer debriefing sessions for staff dealing with emotionally challenging situations.

Crisis Intervention & Conflict Resolution:

  • Respond to mental health crises, providing immediate support and de-escalation as needed.
  • Mediate peer conflicts and assist in creating positive group dynamics.
  • Communicate with camp directors and medical staff regarding significant concerns and intervention plans.

Schedule & Compensation:

  • Full-time, residential summer position (June–August).
  • Room, board, laundry and food provided.
  • Salary based on experience.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Seasonal work, Immediate start, Outdoor, Night shift,

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