Come work in the Redwoods this summer!

WELCOME TO CAMP MENDOCINO!

• We are not just any summer camp; we’re something more
• We provide a safe space for our campers from challenging neighborhoods in San Francisco
• We promote and value inclusivity & diversity within a strong staff community (that’s a lot of “ity’s!”)
• We influence & inspire our campers to help them become more successful & proactive adults
• We foster an environment that allows our staff to thrive and grow as professionals, no matter their chosen field
• We’re a ton of fun!

• You are a role model who will always put our youth first
• You have an unparalleled sense of integrity, emotional intelligence, & commitment to quality work
• You believe in the power of working and playing in nature
• You thrive while working collaboratively
• You are willing to learn, grow, & get better
• You value creativity, professionalism, empathy, & patience

Job Overview

We are currently hiring for our summer season! This is a great opportunity to be a role model for kids from historically under resourced and marginalized communities in the Bay Area. (Note that all of our staff must be at least 18 years of age.) We are hiring for positions in:

Youth Development
Kitchen
Ropes/Adventure Course
Lifeguard
Maintenance
Teen Leadership
…and plenty more!

To view available positions and to apply, please visit our webpage at https://www.kidsclub.org/get-involved/open-positions. Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is a temporary/seasonal position. Applicants should be available June 18 – August 1, 2022 to work & live on-site at our Camp location in Northern California (Mendocino County). Please note that any offer of employment and/or start date are contingent on BGCSF’s response to the COVID-19 virus. An offer may be rescinded or the start date adjusted, depending on the needs of the organization during this unprecedented global pandemic.

Special Benefits

Camp is located four hours north of San Francisco and is spread over 2,000 acres. We provide transportation between San Francisco and Camp at the start and end of the summer.

All Camp Employees are expected to live, sleep and work at Camp. Camp Mendocino provides meals and lodging for the duration of the employment period.

We offer a wide range of activities at Camp including: swimming, a three part challenge course, mountain biking, archery, dance and drama, arts and crafts, environmental education, sports, overnight camping, and much more!

Minimum Requirements

By the end of the summer, an incredible staff member will: 

• Help build a safe & positive environment
• Create opportunities for fun & belonging for all campers
• Establish supportive relationships with campers and adult staff
• Encourage a sense of belonging, usefulness, influence, confidence in campers

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain for at least 3 miles
• Must be able to be stand for 8 hours (with breaks)
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 30° to 100°