Travel & Service Program Camp Counselor

Location Type: On-site

 

Overview

Our Travel and Service Program provides extended travel opportunities abroad to participants who have completed 10th grade.

The Becket Travel & Service Program Camp Counselor is expected to arrive on June 08, 2026, and must be able to work through August 22, 2026, or later unless otherwise agreed upon.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

TSP Leaders will co-lead an international travel and service program (ICEP) for our teen population focusing on leadership development, service-learning, and environmental/cultural exploration. Programs will start and end at Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA, but the majority of the time will be spent traveling away from camp. 2026 program destinations: Chile, Japan, New Zealand, Peru, Spain, & Uruguay. All trip experiences include travel, interaction with teens/youth, service projects, and cultural learning experiences. Trips may also include camping, hiking, and food preparation. Trip leaders will live and travel with program participants and support them to have positive, healthy, and growth-producing experiences. Leaders will be responsible for facilitating the program’s core components, including a leadership training program. In addition, leaders will work with the administrative team to coordinate trip details and carry out risk management policies and procedures.

While many of the skills described are important or required, please let us know if you have alternative experiences or skills that make you well-suited for a position. As a values-based organization, we feel you will be happiest with us if you embrace and share the ideals and values of Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA. We strive to create a positive, supportive and fun work environment for our staff. It is expected that every member of our staff team treats others in a kind, fair and respectful manner.

Qualifications

• TSP leaders must have previous experience working with youth/teens and experience with international and domestic travel
• Candidates who are 21 or older are strongly preferred, but some positions may have flexibility
• Prior experience with one of our programs or with another camp program is preferred
• Outdoor living and camping skills, as well as the ability to speak Spanish, Japanese, and/or Swedish, are a plus.
• Must be able to provide proof of a physical within the last 18 months and proof that you are up to date on all required immunizations
• Must be qualified/able to travel abroad and have a valid passport to qualify for an international position.
• Willingness and ability to complete a Wilderness First Aid training course (provided by BCCYMCA) and a Lifeguard Training course, if applicable
• Must be able to provide proof of a physical within the last 18 months and proof that you are up to date on all required immunizations.
• Under Massachusetts state law, our campus is a drug- and alcohol-free zone. No one, regardless of legal age, is permitted to consume alcohol or drugs including nicotine or tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) on the Becket-Chimney Corners properties.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Contribution

Posted Salary Range

USD $510.00 – USD $550.00 /Wk.