(Temporary) Camp Joybound Counselor

Let’s inspire the next generation of animal lovers! We’re welcoming students ages 9-14 years old to Camp Joybound. This weeklong camp at Joybound’s Walnut Creek headquarters introduces students to veterinary medicine and animal care, providing hands-on experience with dogs and cats in a fun and instructive environment.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience working with children using class management and supervision skills.
• Strong initiative, facilitation, organization, and communication skills.
• Affection for animals, concern for their welfare and a willingness to accommodate animals in the workplace.
• Maturity, good judgment and professional personal appearance.
• Enjoy working with people of all ages and animals.
• Proven track record of setting and achieving goals.
• Comfortable and skilled in working with a culturally diverse staff, volunteers, and community.
• Pre-employment background screening required and complete livescan/fingerprinting process.
• Must complete Mandated Reporter training before working with youth and renewed every two years of employment with Joybound People & Pets.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching