Nonprofit
Published 4/16/26 8:47PM

Summer Camp Counselor for Teens w/ Brain Injuries (Housing + Meals Included)

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Millville, PA
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  • Details

    Start Date:
    June 7, 2026
    End Date:
    June 12, 2026
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few days
    Commitment Details:
    Camp Counselors will assist Campers throughout the week of camp
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    40
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Disability, Health & Medicine, Sports & Recreation, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Housing Available, Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Teens
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Spend a week changing a child’s life while gaining hands-on experience in healthcare, education, and leadership.

    About Camp Cranium

    Camp Cranium is a nonprofit, week-long overnight camp serving children ages 13–18 who have been diagnosed with brain injuries. Held at a fully accessible campground in Millville, PA, our camp provides a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where campers can build confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships.

    Our program operates with a 1:1 camper-to-counselor ratio (2:1 when additional support is needed), ensuring each camper receives individualized care and encouragement throughout the week.

    Position Overview

    Camp Cranium is seeking compassionate, responsible, and energetic volunteers to serve as Camp Counselors. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in a campers life while gaining hands-on experience in leadership, mentorship, healthcare support, education, and nonprofit service.

    Counselors stay overnight for the duration of the camp week and play a direct role in supporting their assigned camper in daily activities, recreational events, and personal growth experiences.

    Responsibilities

    • Provide one-on-one support to an assigned camper
    • Assist with daily routines including activities, meals, and cabin supervision
    • Encourage participation in recreational and team-building activities
    • Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive camp environment
    • Collaborate with fellow volunteers and camp leadership
    • Support campers physically and emotionally throughout the week

    Qualifications

    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Compassionate, patient, and dependable
    • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
    • Interest in healthcare, education, psychology, social work, or nonprofit service (preferred but not required)
    • Willingness to complete required training prior to camp

    What You’ll Gain

    • Meaningful, hands-on experience working with children with brain injuries
    • Leadership and mentorship development
    • Volunteer and applicable clinical hours
    • Hands-on experience working with children with brain injuries
    • Valuable experience for medical, PA, OT/PT, SLP, and other healthcare professional programs
    • Personalized letters of recommendation/ references for clinical opportunities
    • Networking opportunities across various industries

    Location

    On-site

    Camp Victory

    58 Camp Victory Rd, Millville, PA 17846, USA

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