Employment Opportunities
SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR
Summer Camp Counselors are responsible for the care of children enrolled in Camp. Lacawac’s counselors provide leadership in program activities, are an appropriate role model, and assist in all aspects of the program. They are crucial in adding energy and enthusiasm to the program, while meeting the daily needs of children.
Application deadline: March 15th.
Specific Responsibilities:
Requirements and Details:
Education:
Minimum of a H.S. Diploma
Experience:
Lacawac Sanctuary and Environmental Education Center
Attn: Jamie Reeger
94 Sanctuary Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Lacawac Sanctuary does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or marital status in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Application deadline: March 15th.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Provide opportunities for each child to experience a successful program
- Enthusiastically participate in all program activities with children
- Actively promote an environment that is safe and fun for all children in the program
- Assist with pre-camp planning and activity preparation
- Assist with set-up and clean-up of each day's program
- Assist children and the Camp Counselors with arrival and departure procedures
- Strong interest and enthusiasm for the outdoors and sharing the environment with children
- Must be able to commit to all days in each camp
- Ability to present a professional appearance
- Ability to hike several miles a day and carry equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
- Ability to work with children ages 5-18
- Previous experience with summer camps is preferred
- First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certifications a plus
Requirements and Details:
- Attend a week of pre-camp orientation and training
- Pass background check and child abuse clearances .
- Start date: June 18; End date: August 10 with a follow-up day
- A weekly stipend of $400 will be provided for day camp and training week.
- One week of residential camp is included. A $500 stipend is provided.
Education:
Minimum of a H.S. Diploma
Experience:
- Experience working with children
- Coursework in education, ecology or environmental science a plus
Lacawac Sanctuary and Environmental Education Center
Attn: Jamie Reeger
94 Sanctuary Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Lacawac Sanctuary does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or marital status in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
SUMMER CAMP JUNIOR COUNSELOR
Summer Camp Junior Counselors are responsible for the care of children enrolled in the program. Lacawac’s counselors provide leadership in program activities, are an appropriate role model, and assist in all aspects of the program. They are crucial in adding energy and enthusiasm to the program, while meeting the daily needs of children. Applications must be received by May 1st to be considered. Volunteer counselors must attend a pre-camp orientation and complete mandatory child abuse clearances. This is an unpaid volunteer position.
Specific Responsibilities:
Email completed application to Jamie.Reeger@gmail.com or mail to:
Lacawac Sanctuary and Environmental Education Center
Attn: Jamie Reeger
94 Sanctuary Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Specific Responsibilities:
- Provide opportunities for each child to experience a successful program
- Enthusiastically participate in all program activities with children
- Actively promote an environment that is safe and fun for all children in the program
- Assist with set-up and clean-up of each day's program
- Assist children and the Camp Counselors with arrival and departure procedures
- Volunteers must be between the ages of 14 and 17 years
- Strong interest and enthusiasm for the outdoors and sharing nature and the environment with children
- Must be able to commit to all days of a given camp
- Ability to present a professional appearance
- Punctuality and demonstrated responsibility
- Ability to hike several miles a day and carry equipment weighing up to 20 pounds
- Ability to work with children ages 5-12
- Previous experience with summer camps is preferred
- First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certifications a plus
Email completed application to Jamie.Reeger@gmail.com or mail to:
Lacawac Sanctuary and Environmental Education Center
Attn: Jamie Reeger
94 Sanctuary Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
MARKETING INTERN
Objective: The Marketing Intern will be responsible for assisting the organization in the development and implementation of its marketing, business development, and public relations plans. This will be accomplished through developing, maintaining and expanding marketing channels/methodologies to the professional community, healthcare professionals, senior industry and the public at large.
Responsibilities:
Update and maintain social media presence
Assist in planning, writing and managing eNewsletter
Draft, distribute and pitch news releases, media alerts and other stories
Designing flyers, graphics, e-vites and other marketing material for major events hosted
Update website when needed
Reach out to the community organizations, general public and donors with the message Lacawac's mission
Collaborating with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and communications
Qualifications
Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and follow- up skills
Proactive problem prevention and issue resolution leadership ability
Leadership potential
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet, and Outlook required
Ability to learn other software programs
Strong verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
TO APPLY:
Send Resume and Letter of Intern to Craig.lukatch@lacawac.org
Questions contact Craig Lukatch, 570.689.9494
Responsibilities:
Update and maintain social media presence
Assist in planning, writing and managing eNewsletter
Draft, distribute and pitch news releases, media alerts and other stories
Designing flyers, graphics, e-vites and other marketing material for major events hosted
Update website when needed
Reach out to the community organizations, general public and donors with the message Lacawac's mission
Collaborating with staff on new ideas, directions, and venues for marketing and communications
Qualifications
Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a changing environment
Must have excellent interpersonal skills and follow- up skills
Proactive problem prevention and issue resolution leadership ability
Leadership potential
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet, and Outlook required
Ability to learn other software programs
Strong verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
TO APPLY:
Send Resume and Letter of Intern to Craig.lukatch@lacawac.org
Questions contact Craig Lukatch, 570.689.9494
