Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Summer Camp Cabin Counselor
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Annandale, Minnesota, United States, 55302
CABIN COUNSELOR
Join us in our mission to provide life‑changing experiences that enhance independence and self‑esteem for children and adults with disabilities! As a True Friends Cabin Counselor, you’ll do more than supervise—you’ll make a difference. You’ll provide 24/7 care, support and mentorship for campers ensuring their health, safety, and happiness while helping them grow in confidence and independence. From sharing laughs in the cabin to leading adventures across camp, you’ll create unforgettable memories for campers—and yourself.
Schedule:
Seasonal, Early June - Mid August 2026
Location:
In‑person, Camp Friendship, Annandale, MN
Pay:
$313-$357 per week based on tenure with True Friends, plus opportunity for end of summer bonus
Bonus Information
6-7 weeks worked | additional $60 per week worked
8-9 weeks worked | additional $70 per week worked
10-11 weeks worked | additional $80 per week worked
12‑14 weeks worked | additional $90 per week worked
Requirements: Resident or citizen of the USA, in ‘good standing’ with the organization and a live‑in summer camp staff member (excludes support staff)
True Friends Benefits
Opportunities to gain and strengthen leadership skills
Meals and lodging provided during employment
Gain hands‑on, career‑relevant experience
Build your portfolio with diverse work examples
Work in a scenic and inspiring work environment
…and more!
How You’ll Contribute
Provide care and support for campers’ social, emotional, and physical needs
Lead the way in creating fun, friendship, and adventure
Assist individuals with physical disabilities or other limitations with tasks such as eating, walking, transferring, and personal care such as dressing and toileting
Foster a loving, inclusive, and supportive environment
Develop invaluable professional skills—both hard and soft—that will last a lifetime
Create opportunities for campers of all abilities to step outside their comfort zones, experience adventure, and build new skills
Set clear expectations, ensure campers’ basic needs are met, build meaningful relationships, and create space for both fun and learning
What You’ll Bring to the Table
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be able to pass organizational background study
Willing to step outside your comfort zone and try new things
Passionate about making a difference in the world
Comfortable supporting others with daily living skills (training provided)
Open to living and working in a communal setting
Eager to take initiative and demonstrate a strong work ethic
Flexible and adaptable in an ever‑changing environment
Highly valued, but not required: camping experience, prior experience working with individuals with disabilities
Physical Demands
Ability to see, hear, and communicate verbally
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move continually during working hours
Ability to feel objects and use fingers to operate tools and controls
About Us True Friends is a nonprofit organization providing life‑changing experiences that enhance independence and self‑esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends’ programs include camp, respite, retreats, team building, therapy and adaptive riding, and travel; serving over 25,000 individuals annually.
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Schedule:
Seasonal, Early June - Mid August 2026
Location:
In‑person, Camp Friendship, Annandale, MN
Pay:
$313-$357 per week based on tenure with True Friends, plus opportunity for end of summer bonus
Bonus Information
6-7 weeks worked | additional $60 per week worked
8-9 weeks worked | additional $70 per week worked
10-11 weeks worked | additional $80 per week worked
12‑14 weeks worked | additional $90 per week worked
Requirements: Resident or citizen of the USA, in ‘good standing’ with the organization and a live‑in summer camp staff member (excludes support staff)
True Friends Benefits
Opportunities to gain and strengthen leadership skills
Meals and lodging provided during employment
Gain hands‑on, career‑relevant experience
Build your portfolio with diverse work examples
Work in a scenic and inspiring work environment
…and more!
How You’ll Contribute
Provide care and support for campers’ social, emotional, and physical needs
Lead the way in creating fun, friendship, and adventure
Assist individuals with physical disabilities or other limitations with tasks such as eating, walking, transferring, and personal care such as dressing and toileting
Foster a loving, inclusive, and supportive environment
Develop invaluable professional skills—both hard and soft—that will last a lifetime
Create opportunities for campers of all abilities to step outside their comfort zones, experience adventure, and build new skills
Set clear expectations, ensure campers’ basic needs are met, build meaningful relationships, and create space for both fun and learning
What You’ll Bring to the Table
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must be able to pass organizational background study
Willing to step outside your comfort zone and try new things
Passionate about making a difference in the world
Comfortable supporting others with daily living skills (training provided)
Open to living and working in a communal setting
Eager to take initiative and demonstrate a strong work ethic
Flexible and adaptable in an ever‑changing environment
Highly valued, but not required: camping experience, prior experience working with individuals with disabilities
Physical Demands
Ability to see, hear, and communicate verbally
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move continually during working hours
Ability to feel objects and use fingers to operate tools and controls
About Us True Friends is a nonprofit organization providing life‑changing experiences that enhance independence and self‑esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends’ programs include camp, respite, retreats, team building, therapy and adaptive riding, and travel; serving over 25,000 individuals annually.
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