Camp Knutson is now hiring Program Specialists for Summer 2025!
Camp Knutson serves campers with Down syndrome, autism, skin conditions, heart diseases, burn survivors, campers affected by cancer, and other identified needs. Camp Knutson is in Crosslake, MN. With all facilities updated or newly built, camp rests on a 30-acre peninsula of the Whitefish Chain of Lakes near Brainerd.
The Program Specialists at Camp Knutson are responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and facilitating program activities to help guide our campers with identified needs in an experience that promotes safety, learning, and fun. Some of the programming areas Program Specialists assist with are nature, arts and crafts, skits and drama, horseback riding, canoeing/kayaking, fishing, boating, tubing, outdoor cooking, low ropes course, archery, evening programming, and more. Program Specialists bring their individual talents and skills to Camp Knutson to make each day’s programming unique and fun for each camper group.
You will gain inevitable professional skills and experiences that will last a lifetime. Working at camp will cultivate your oral and verbal skills, critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, leadership skills, collaboration, and creativity. Camp Knutson is more than just a summer job, and you can learn about the firsthand experience our staff gain by watching this short video.
Our summer commitment currently is from May 19 to August 21. If you are unable to work for the entire summer, we also have weeklong or shortened season staff opportunities. Each Program Specialist will receive a weekly stipend of $340, free staff housing on the lake, and meals during the duration of employment. Program Specialist housing is separate from camper cabins. Application deadline is Friday, February 14 at noon!
Qualifications:
Minimum Education and Experience
1. Must be at least 19 years of age AND completed 2nd year of college or post-secondary education
2. Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid / CPR
3. Must be able to submit a health history record and examination form prior to first day of work
4. Ability to interact with all age levels and a variety of disabilities ranging from mental to physical needs
Essential Job Functions:
1. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their daily program activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
2. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for camper within the mission and outcomes.
3. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
4. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
5. Responsible for daily cleaning and up keep of various areas around camp to promote a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment.
To apply:
1. Visit www.campknutson.org/apply to find our detailed job description along with more information.
2. Go through the outlined steps listed on the Camp Knutson website under the employment page to submit your application, resume and cover letter to campkstaff@lssmn.org.
3. If you have additional questions about the Program Specialist Position or the application process please contact Campkstaff@lssmn.org.