Camp Fire Central Oregon | Light the Fire Within

Jobs

Looking to gain experience in the youth development field AND have a ton of fun!? Come join our team of awesome role models, motivators, educators, caregivers and spark champions.

CURRENT OPENINGS

FULL-TIME, SUMMER POSITIONS
Summer Robotics InstructorDeliver Camp Fire Lego Robotics Summer programs that engage youth in science, technology, engineering, and math so they can see if they find their spark in it. Work with the help of an assistant and the Program Manager.
  • 160-hour Summer Seasonal
  • July 10-August 25, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm
  • SummerKids Day Camp CounselorBuild community within groups of 8-12 campers aged 5-12 years old; lead games and activities and manage the physical and emotional safety of the group. May prepare for and lead activities for combined groups or organize camp wide activities. Periodically run activities in our extended care program outside regular camp hours.
  • 35-40 hours/week
  • 3 week rotations: June 19-July 7, July 10-28, July 31-Aug 18
  • YEAR-ROUND, FULL-TIME POSITIONS (32 hours/week)
    STEM Programs CoordinatorDeliver Camp Fire programs throughout the year: short robotics and coding sessions, week-long tech programs, full-day engineering sessions, and seasonal robotics teams and competitions. Manages programs, working closely with the Program Manager to collect program quality data and to develop and expand upon our current offerings.
  • Full time, 32 hours/week (40 in the summer)
  • Includes after school hours, and Bend-La Pine school holidays
  • Other hours are flexible with the ability to do work from home.
  • PART-TIME, SCHOOL-YEAR POSITIONS
    Camp Fire Afterschool/No School Day Camp Program StaffYouth work position to contribute ideas, supervise youth, and deliver program activities in our Camp Fire Afterschool (CFA) program. The job includes developing relationships with youth and supporting youth growth, leading engaging activities and games, and much more.
  • Temporary, school-year seasonal
  • 1-5 afternoons/week and/or half- and full-day work on school holidays
  • 5-25 hours/week, Monday-Friday (some flexibility possible with days of the week
  • Select No-School Days (Bend LaPine School District) required
  • SHORT-TERM, JOB TRAINING EXPERIENCES/INTERNSHIPS
    Americorps Youth LeaderRun our teen service and leadership programs, designed to challenge 6th-12th graders to learn what it means to be a leader and to serve their community. Work closely with our Program Manager to develop a pilot job-training/pipeline program for teens. Some evening and weekend hours and possible travel to neighboring communities.
  • Temporary, full-time: 40 hours/week
  • 6- or 12-month
  • School-Year InternGain experience in youth development while exploring a special project of your interest. Develop and implement curriculum, assist in program planning, and learn the inner workings of a small non-profit organization, while engaging with students from kindergarten through high school.
  • 90-180 hrs
  • Typically 12 weeks between September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
  • Summer InternGain experience in youth development while exploring a special project of your interest. Develop and implement curriculum, assist in program planning, and learn the inner workings of a small non-profit organization, while engaging with students from kindergarten through high school.
  • Approximately 160 - 350 hrs
  • 5-10 weeks between June 1, 2023 - Aug 30, 2023
  • SummerKids Junior CounselorTeen interns gain practical work experience while practicing leadership at SummerKids, our weekly theme-based day camp for youth. Learn resume-building skills as well as go through an interview process with Youth Career Connect as part of the internship application. Act as role models for younger campers, while still enjoying the fun traditions, songs and games of summer camp. Designed for teens who have never worked in a camp environment before and who have limited schedules during the summer.
  • 100-hour internship & practicum, unpaid. (Eligible for HS elective credit!)
  • Training: June 26 - 30, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • 2-week practicum: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (to be completed before August 18)
  • Tech Camps Program Assistant (Multiple Locations)Work closely with the program coordinator to set up, clean up and deliver the program. While the activities will be created and scheduled by the coordinator, the intern is encouraged to share program ideas, build community through ice breakers, games, reflections and challenges, and infuse the program with added fun!
  • 40 hours/week, plus training (date TBD)
  • July 10 to August 25 - Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Locations: Bend, La Pine, Madras, Redmond, Warm Springs
  • 160-hour Summer Seasonal Internship; paid
  • VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
    Tumalo Day Camp CounselorFacilitate and help plan outdoor adventures, fun activities, crafts, games, and songs for a group of kids at our super fun and beloved Tumalo Day Camp!
  • Volunteers get to send their kids to camp for free!
  • Tumalo Day Camp NurseUse your skills to help keep kids safe and healthy at our super fun and beloved Tumalo Day Camp!
  • Volunteers get to send their kids to camp for free!
  • Board of DirectorsCamp Fire Central Oregon is seeking passionate, caring community members who would like to join our board. We seek diverse members of our community to be ambassadors and champions of our mission and offer creative thought leadership for the benefit of the organization.
  • 1-3 hours/month; year-round
  • Learn more about the board position
  • WHY CAMP FIRE?

    For more than 100 years, Camp Fire Central Oregon has given youth support and inspiration that they might otherwise not have found. This is what fuels us: To provide experiences that help kids THRIVE today–to become tomorrow’s teachers, parents, thinkers...leaders.

    What drives Camp Fire programs and philosophy is something far broader-reaching than just a fun day at camp. We are part of a national, inclusive organization intentionally committed to using research-based methods to help kids grow, understand themselves, acquire life skills and SUCCEED in life no matter what their passion or path: Thrive{ology}our growth mindset approach, strives to create the optimal environment for youth to be nurtured by caring adults...“Thrive Champions”.

    A Thrive Champion is a caring adult who recognizes and encourages youth's sparks. They guide and help youth gain self-understanding to expand their possibilities. Become a Thrive Champion with Camp Fire Central Oregon!


    Our Promise

    Young people want to shape the world.

    Camp Fire provides the opportunity to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are.

    In Camp Fire, it begins now.

    Light the fire within