summer camp volunteer PROGRAM
We are no longer accepting volunteer applications for the 2010 summer camp sessions. If you would information on other, year-round volunteer opportunities, please scroll down this page to the Year-round Volunteer Program and Board of Directors & Board Committees sections. Volunteer application materials for the 2011 summer camp sessions will be posted here in January of 2011. In the meantime, you can read the information below to get a sense of what's involved in summer camp volunteering with Camp Ten Trees!
Camp Ten Trees recruits a team of enthusiastic, skilled, and youth-focused volunteers to serve as camp counselors, specialty and support staff, and junior staff. Summer camp volunteers serve for either one session (one full week) or both sessions (two full weeks). See 2010 Summer Camp Volunteer Positions (above) for more information.
Our summer camp volunteer staff team includes a Junior Staff Program, two weeks in length and occurring over both summer sessions. Junior Staffers spend time working in mentored leadership positions, in specialty areas, together as a team, individually on their own development goals, and one-on-one with the Junior Staff Coordinator. Participants try out a variety of roles within a strong network of guidance and support.
All Volunteer Summer Staff are required to attend a mandatory staff training held near Seattle, generally over a weekend one week before the beginning of the first summer camp session. This is a invaluable opportunity to share skills, build a cohesive team, and prepare for a smooth transition to camp life. Orientation includes workshops, discussions, and presentations related to camp programming, volunteer staff roles, communication boundary-setting, youth development, and more! This is the foundation for the summer sessions -- building connections among diverse volunteer staff to empower them to form a supportive commmunity for campers and each other. If you cannot commit to the mandatory staff training and/or 1-2 weeks of volunteering, but would like to help, you can assist with pre-camp and post-camp tasks both in Seattle and at our rented camp site! Help with supply transport, camper check-in, camp site set-up, etc. Contact us for more information.
year-round volunteer program
Lead Programming Volunteer (1 needed): This volunteer works directly with the Program Director to plan, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate programming that keeps current summer camp session participants and their families connected and introduces newcomers to the organization and its summer camp program. This volunteer also assists with summer camp session programming development. With the support and supervision of the Program Director, the Lead Programming Volunteer coordinates work of Flex Volunteers and One-time Volunteers in this area. Camp Ten Trees asks for a one year commitment for this position.
Lead Outreach Volunteer (1 needed): This volunteer works directly with the Program Director to plan, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate outreach and public relations effrots focused on increasing the visibility of the summer camp program, the year-round programming that supports it, and the organization in general. The Lead Outreach Volunteer also, with the support and supervision of the Program Director, coordinates the work of Flex Volunteers and One-time Volunteers in this area. Camp Ten Trees asks for a one year commitment for this position.
Lead Office Volunteer (1 needed): This volunteer works directly with the Program Director to plan, develp, implement, monitor, and evaluate office and adminsitrative systems and projects focused on supporting the smooth and accountable development and maintenance of the organization's operations. With the support and supervision of the Program Director, the Lead Office Volunteer will also coordinate the work of Flex and One-time Volunteers in this area. Camp Ten Trees asks for a one year commitment for this position. Download the Lead Volunteer application.
Flex Volunteers (multiple needed): Flex Volunteers are a continually networked group of folks who are offered regular opportunities to sign up for various projects over the course of their time volunteering for Camp Ten Trees. The title says it all here! Flex Volunteers have the option of working on projects in various areas or specializing in a particular area (Outreach, for instance). These positions are a great fit for people with skills and energy to contribute who may desire more variety or less coordinating work than is entailed in the Lead Volunteer positions. This position requires at least a three month commitment. Download the Flex Volunteer application.
One-time Volunteers (multiple needed): One-time Volunteering is a great way to make a connection with Camp Ten Trees...or to become reacquainted if you've been away! These positions are also a good fit for individuals who want to work on a specific event or endeavor. After completing a brief application process, One-time Volunteers have the chance to participate in an upcoming event or project, with no ongoing commitment. Contact us if you're interested in One-time Volunteering!
board of directors & board committees
Board of Directors (multiple openings): This body of volunteers is entrusted with the overall governance of the Camp Ten Trees organization. The board works on policies and procedures, ensures that the organization is fiscally solvent, supervises the year-round paid staff (Program Director), and serves as organizational ambassadors. Serve for either one or two years. People of color are especially encouraged to apply. Download the board application.
Board Committees (multiple openings): You don't need to be on the board to join a Board Committee. Have fun and feel a sense of accomplishment in helping develop an organization accountable to its Mission, Values, and Commitment to Social Justice. Download the board committee application.
- Fund Development Committee - These folks create and work from a solid fund development plan that brings in the funding needed to deliver quality programming. Volunteers on this committee work on the annual auction, learn about and apply for grants, share the stories of Camp Ten Trees with donors and supporters, and more!
- Finance Committee - This committee provides oversight of budgetting, financial reporting, and bookkeeping. Don't mistake this committee for a yawn fest; it brings a reflection of our Values into the realm of number-crunching. What a revolution!
- Board Development Committee - Imagine nonprofit board members who are nurtured in their skills development, reflect the individuals and communities they serve in all their depth and beauty, and bring their experiences and insights together to support and sustain an organization with integrity and vision. Sound good? Well, join the Board Development Committee, the group that recruits and orients board members and supports their ongoing growth and awareness.