Resident Camp Wellness Leader (MSW/LCSW)

Resident Camp Wellness Leader (MSW/LCSW) -

Youth Social-Emotional Support Location:

Stroudsburg, PA Employment Type:

Full-Time, Seasonal (June 22 - August 16, 2026) About Client A residential youth summer program that treats social-emotional care as central to operations, not an afterthought. Clinical staff, unit leadership, and health personnel function as one integrated team, sustaining a consistent, community-wide support model for the duration of the season.

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary:

$5,250 - $6,000 for the full summer season — Based on experience and qualifications

Relocation Assistance:

Travel stipend of up to $400 toward airfare or travel expenses

Shift:

Fully residential and on-site; pre-camp staff training June 22-27 through season close August 16

Benefits Package:

Private air-conditioned room with private bathroom; all meals included throughout the season; up to two children in rising grades 1-9 may attend tuition-free (each valued at $12,750; salary adjustment of $500-$760 applies per child) Job Summary A hands-on senior clinical leadership role woven into the fabric of a residential camp community—not a therapy or office-based position.

The focus is relational:

building staff capacity, walking alongside campers through social-emotional challenges, and maintaining transparent, timely communication with families throughout the season. Key Responsibilities Participate fully in all pre-season staff training; review individual camper profiles alongside unit leaders and bunk counselors before opening day. Build counselor readiness through structured role-play and facilitated discussion covering homesickness, anxiety, peer conflict, and behavioral challenges. Attend nightly unit meetings to observe group dynamics and coach staff on constructive approaches to interpersonal friction within their bunks. Facilitate three Lunch & Learn professional development sessions per unit across the course of the summer. Serve as the primary family-facing contact for all camper care inquiries; conduct all parent communication exclusively through approved camp channels. Reach out to every first-year camper family within the opening week; follow up after Health Center visits where continuity of care is warranted. Review Daily Camper Reports and engage individually with campers whose social-emotional experience requires closer attention. Consult with camp leadership before any concern reaches the escalation threshold; collaborate with the Health Center to distinguish clinical from social-emotional presenting needs. Attend Camper Care Team meetings three times each week and any additional sessions convened by the Director of Camp Experience. Maintain clear professional boundaries and exercise sound, discreet judgment consistently throughout the season. Minimum Requirements Active MSW, LCSW, or comparable state licensure with at least 2 years of direct experience working with children or adolescents. Demonstrated history of supporting youth across social, behavioral, and emotional domains. Strong communicator in both family-facing and professional peer contexts. Clear, consistent record of holding professional boundaries in community-based environments. Availability for every day of the season, including pre-camp training through August 16. Two professional references required; a minimum of one must be a current or recent direct supervisor. Ideal Qualifications Prior experience in a residential camp, school, or community youth-serving organization. Coaches and builds counselor capacity rather than absorbing their responsibilities. High emotional intelligence; remains composed and makes sound decisions in ambiguous or fast-moving situations. Genuinely energized by camp life and community—approaches this as a meaningful professional commitment, not just a seasonal position. How to Apply At Rio Staffing , we specialize in connecting skilled professionals with well-run organizations and high-quality programs. We support you through every step of the process—from application and interview coordination to aligning opportunities with your experience, certifications, schedule preferences, and long-term career goals. Apply with us or reach out today at www.riostaffing.com to find your perfect role.