Summer Camp Activity Director – Children’s Grief Camp

The Camp Activity Director is responsible for creating a safe, joyful, and emotionally supportive camp culture for children who have experienced loss. This role leads camp-wide activities, traditions, and transitions, while working closely with the clinical, program, and volunteer teams to ensure all activities are developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and aligned with grief support best practices.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in settings such as camps, after-school programs, schools, youth programs, or childcare
• Demonstrated ability to lead groups of children with confidence, warmth, and structure
• High energy, creativity, and enthusiasm balanced with emotional sensitivity
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm, flexible, and compassionate in emotionally charged situations