We’re still hiring, and looking for people who love to be outdoors!

Hidden Valley Camp is an international summer camp for children ages 8-14, located on 350 acres in mid-coast Maine. We are looking for staff for our outdoor living/learning programs. Our outdoors programs focus on adventures, community living, leadership development and enjoying the beauty that the state of Maine (and Canada) has to offer.

Staff members lead small groups of teens that have chosen to participate in specific programs. The Adventures program will participate in different wilderness excursions that may include: Whitewater rafting, a weeklong canoe trip, sea kayaking, rock climbing, hiking and camping.

Students anticipating a career that will require organization, teamwork, conflict resolution and a strong work ethic will find Hidden Valley a supportive learning environment with many opportunities to discover their strengths and grow professionally. Our two-week staff training explores issues such as conflict resolution, counseling techniques and the Hidden Valley Camp mission and philosophy. Working at Hidden Valley also provides opportunities to develop skills in the areas of leadership, resourcefulness and community living.

Successful applicants will have experience leading groups in the outdoors or in community service projects, an understanding of group dynamics and how to nurture a group of teens. Lifeguard and Wilderness First Aid certifications are required, though we will help those hired to obtain these if necessary. Applicants who are 21 or over will be given preference for insurance purposes.

Please visit our website: www.hiddenvalleycamp.com or hiddenvalleyteens.com to learn more about our philosophy, programs and facility. If you like what you see, you can apply online!

Please feel free to contact us at staff@hiddenvalleycamp.com or via telephone 800-922-6737.

Specific job descriptions are below:

Outdoor Adventure Travel Camp Leaders, Hidden Valley Camp’s Adventures Program. Program features ropes course, wilderness canoe trips, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and white water rafting with a small group of teens. RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead a small teen group on short wilderness and outdoor adventures. Includes camping most nights and preparing own meals QUALIFICATIONS: Experienced group leaders familiar with rustic lifestyle and outdoor living. Must be able to create and implement a program that will inspire cooperative living. Wilderness First Aid or other certifications preferred, or we will help you acquire.

Leaders Needed: Community Living and Service Program, Hidden Valley Camp’s Community Program. Program features community living and service projects throughout Maine and within the Hidden Valley community for children ages 14 and 15. RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan projects for group of teens; goals for activities are to become active members of the local community, learn more about how communities are formed and operate, and how to be a participating member of those communities, and help them learn to lead and manage the micro community in which they live. Projects may include: restoring natural resources, working with younger children and the elderly and volunteering at local fairs and festivals. The Community Program lives on a 17-acre off-the-grid farmstead, with a large garden and private space for exploration. The group prepares some of its own meals and explores community projects around the state of Maine. QUALIFICATIONS: Experienced group leaders familiar with community living principles, community service experience, and knowledge of how to manage group dynamics. Must be able to create and implement a program that will inspire cooperative living.

Outdoor Living Staff, Hidden Valley Camp, Freedom, Maine. RESPONSIBILITIES: Help direct a small, earth-oriented “tipi village” which is a part of our progressive, international community for boys and girls ages 8 to 13. A group of 12 campers and staff lives in 3 tipis situated on the top of a beautiful grassy hill amidst 350 acres of fields, pine forest, lake and streams. The program includes craft work with natural materials, music, stories, wood skills, outdoor cooking, canoeing, exploring and fun. Must be able to create/implement a program that will inspire cooperative living. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working with children and living outdoors is required, along with knowledge of earth dwelling and Native American cultures preferred.

Compensation and Benefits: Competitive salaries, two week professional training, room and board (vegetarian option) and exciting work setting.

To Apply: Please visit our website www.hiddenvalleycamp.com.

For Additional Information: Please contact Meg & Peter at staff@hiddenvalleycamp.com or 800-922-6737