What We Look for in a Counselor

The staff who are selected to work and volunteer (yes, even our volunteers are selected!) at Swamp Camp are people who have exemplary character. They are fun-loving, high energy, creative people who like working with children in an outdoor setting. They are spiritually-minded and are able to share with children their appreciation for God. In short, they like to play hard and work hard with all types of children. The bulk of our staff is college students. Although this might seem young to some, we find that their energy level is contagious. Young counselors make great heroes to the kids; however, anyone at any age can be a hero. Our staff is comprised of people we trust to influence our own children, so you can be assured that we feel confident in their ability to take care of your child. In addition, our staff is reliable, honest, and they are people with high principles for themselves. They are tremendous servants and live by a set of standards that ensure the safety of every member of camp. Anyone applying to be a Counselor is required to submit an application of health, obtain a letter of recommendation, complete a Swamp Camp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check.

What is an Erwin Worker?

An Erwin Worker is a part of the maintenance and upkeep crew and will handle upkeep tasks such as lawn mowing, cleaning the pool, weed eating, assist in repairs and basic maintenance. The qualities of an Erwin Worker include hardworking, honest, willing to learn new things, enjoy working with your hands, able to do manual labor, be on your feet.

What We Look for in a Kitchen Worker

You do not need previous restaurant or catering experience (although it is appreciated) but you will need to withstand the physical demands of standing for long periods of time. You will be expected to work two to three meals per day. You will be contacted via mail or e-mail to inform you if you are selected. Once selected, please confirm that you can attend the week designated. Anyone applying to be a Kitchen Worker is required to submit an application of health, complete a Swamp Camp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check

What We Look for in a Communications Specialist

The media specialist who is selected to work and/or volunteer at Camp Swamp will have a love and heart for Camp. Like our counselors, they must have exemplary character, be fun-loving, energetic, creative people who also love working with children and others including counselors, volunteers and staff. As our media specialist will be capturing photos and videos of activities as it happens, it is important that our media specialist have photography/videography skills, the ability to communicate well, problem solve, and know how to handle work/tasks under pressure with daily and weekly deadlines. 

The media specialist will assist Camp Swamp with documenting day to day Summer camp  activities as well as collecting, categorizing and creating media content for communication and marketing needs throughout the year. 

The media specialist should also have their own dslr camera to use at camp.  

What We Look for in a Medical Staff Professional

The Swamp Camp Medical Staff is an integral part of camp. 'Impossible' is the best way to describe running camp without the expertise, patience, and loving care of our camp medical staff. Most of the staff's duties consist of administering medications and treating sprains, cuts, insect bites, and stomach aches, but at times the medical care requires further skill; we just hope your emergency training is not needed! Anyone applying to be on the Medical Staff is required to submit an application of health, tender all pertinent licenses, complete a Swamp Camp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check.

What We Look for in a Teen Worker

Teen workers are an integral, behind-the-scenes necessity of Swamp Camp. A group of 6-10 workers are used each week for duties such as trash pickup, canteen stocking, canteen cashier, dishes, cleanup, game/activity set up or assistance, and other duties as needed; in essence they are the gears that keep the clock running. There is no cost to the teen…well, except for blood, sweat and tears. :) Anyone applying to be a Teen Worker is required to be a camper for one week at own expense, submit an application of health, obtain a letter of recommendation, complete a Swamp Camp Values paragraph, and pass a third-party background check.