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True Friends

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Communications| Community, Family, & Personal Services| Education| Health Sciences & Technologies| Other

Positions Typically Hiring For:

Art, General| Athletic Training| Child Development| Communication Disorder Services (e.g., Speech Pathology)| Communications, General| Dance| Digital Communications/Media| Early Childhood Education| Elementary Education| Exercise Science/Physiology/Kinesiology| Family & Consumer Sciences, General| Fine/Studio Arts| Health & Physical Education/Fitness| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Human Resources Management| Liberal Arts & General Studies*| Marketing Management & Research| Mental Health Counseling| Music Education| Music, General| Music, Performance| Music, Theory & Composition| Nursing, Registered (BS/RN)| Occupational Therapy| Physical Education & Coaching| Physical Sciences, General| Psychology, Clinical & Counseling| Psychology, General| Public Health| Social Sciences, General| Social Studies/Sciences Education| Social Work| Sociology| Special Education| Teacher Education, General| Theatre Arts/Drama| Women’s Studies

Positions Posted (Contact information can be found at the bottom of the page)

Position 1:

Cabin Counselor

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Location:

Minnesota

Type:

Internship

Accepted Majors:

Arts: Visual & Performing| Communications| Education| Health Administration & Assisting| Philosophy, Religion, & Theology

Job Categories:

Athletic Training| Child Development| Communication Disorder Services (e.g., Speech Pathology)| Communications, General| Counseling & Student Services| Creative Writing| Dance| Early Childhood Education| Elementary Education| Exercise Science/Physiology/Kinesiology| Health & Physical Education/Fitness| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Liberal Arts & General Studies*| Music Education| Music, General| Music, Performance| Nursing, Registered (BS/RN)| Occupational Therapy| Physical Education & Coaching| Psychology, General| Public Health| Social Work| Special Education| Teacher Education, General| Women’s Studies

Position Description:

Cabin Counselor

Calling all extraordinary humans! True Friends is looking for all stars like you to help provide our campers with positive life changing experiences this summer. Trade classrooms for campfires as you make life-long friends while making a real difference in an electrifying community of campers of all ability levels.

As a Cabin Counselor you will:
Be a caregiver for camper’s social, emotional and physical needs.
Be a leader of fun, friends and adventure.
Assist individuals with physical disabilities or other limitations who need support with eating meals, walking, transferring, using the bathroom, etc.
Manifest a loving and inclusive environment.
Gain invaluable professional hard and soft skills.
Provide opportunities for kids and adults of all abilities to reach outside of their comfort zones and experience adventure and skill building they don’t get anywhere else.
Set clear expectations, ensure basic needs are being met, build rapport, and create opportunities for fun and learning.
*Comprehensive training, housing & meals are provided*

Seasonal position.
Orientation starts early June 2023
End date varies based on site and availability mid-August 2023

You should apply if you are…
Age 18+
Willing to step outside your comfort zone.
Passionate about making a difference in the world.
Comfortable supporting others with daily living skills (we train you!)
Happy to live and work in a communal setting.
Eager to take initiative and have a strong work ethic.
Able to be flexible and adapt to an ever-changing environment.
CPR/First Aid certified, Lifeguard certified, camping experience, prior experience with the population are highly valued but NOT required.
If you’re ready for a life-changing summer job, we’re ready for you to join our team! Apply online today – positions fill fast and are not guaranteed.

About Us:
True Friends is a nonprofit agency providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends’ programs include camp, respite, therapeutic horseback riding, conference and retreat, travel, and team building; serving over 25,000 individuals annually. With location near Maple Lake, Annandale, Eden Prairie and Bemidji, MN, True Friends serves individuals in Minnesota and throughout the United States.'

Position 2:

Activities Counselor

Listing Application Link:

Location:

Minnesota

Type:

Seasonal

Accepted Majors:

Communications| Education| Health Sciences & Technologies| Philosophy, Religion, & Theology

Job Categories:

Athletic Training| Child Development| Communication Disorder Services (e.g., Speech Pathology)| Early Childhood Education| Elementary Education| Exercise Science/Physiology/Kinesiology| Health & Physical Education/Fitness| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Music Education| Music, General| Music, Performance| Nursing, Registered (BS/RN)| Occupational Therapy| Physical Education & Coaching| Physical Sciences, General| Psychology, General| Public Health| Social Sciences, General| Social Studies/Sciences Education| Social Work| Sociology| Special Education| Teacher Education, General| Theatre Arts/Drama| Women’s Studies

Position Description:

Activities Counselor

Calling all creative creatures, lifeguards, wonderful water warriors, crafty critters, and happy humans! True Friends is looking for all stars like you to help provide our campers with positive life changing experiences this summer. Trade classrooms for campfires as you make life-long friends while making a real difference in an electrifying community of campers of all ability levels.

As an Activities Counselor, you will…
Use & learn skills to lead a variety of activities from high ropes to arts and crafts, from large group games to adaptive archery and so. much. more.
Learn how to adapt all activities to meet the needs of campers or all ages and abilities.
Create opportunities for empowerment and independence.
Facilitate team building, social skill development, and just plain fun.
Have the opportunity to share skills and hobbies as a specific waterfront, recreation, or creative Activities Counselor or be a well-rounded counselor offering a variety of activities.
*Comprehensive training, housing & meals are provided*

Seasonal position.
Orientation starts end of May 2023, depending on specifics of role
End date varies based on your availability and site needs: middle of August 2023


You should apply if you are…
Age 18+
Willing to step outside your comfort zone.
Comfortable coaching small and large groups.
Passionate about making a difference in the world.
Comfortable supporting others with daily living skills (we train you!)
Happy to live and work in a communal setting.
Eager to take initiative and have a strong work ethic.
Able to be flexible and adapt to an ever-changing environment.
CPR/First Aid certified, Lifeguard certified, camping experience, prior experience with the population are highly valued but NOT required.
If you’re ready for a life-changing summer job, we’re ready for you to join our team! Apply online today – positions fill fast and are not guaranteed.


About Us:
True Friends is a nonprofit agency providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends’ programs include camp, respite, therapeutic horseback riding, conference and retreat, travel, and team building; serving over 25,000 individuals annually. With location near Maple Lake, Annandale, Eden Prairie and Bemidji, MN, True Friends serves individuals in Minnesota and throughout the United States.'

Position 3:

Camp Nursing Assistant

Listing Application Link:

Location:

Minnesota

Type:

Seasonal

Accepted Majors:

Communications| Community, Family, & Personal Services| Education| Health Administration & Assisting| Health Sciences & Technologies| Social Sciences & Law

Job Categories:

Athletic Training| Child Development| Communication Disorder Services (e.g., Speech Pathology)| Early Childhood Education| Elementary Education| Exercise Science/Physiology/Kinesiology| Health & Physical Education/Fitness| Health-Related Professions & Services, General*| Music Education| Music, General| Music, Performance| Nursing, Registered (BS/RN)| Occupational Therapy| Physical Education & Coaching| Physical Sciences, General| Psychology, General| Public Health| Social Sciences, General| Social Studies/Sciences Education| Social Work| Sociology| Special Education| Teacher Education, General| Theatre Arts/Drama| Women’s Studies

Position Description:

Camp Nursing Assistant

Calling all healthcare heroes! True Friends is looking for all stars like you to help provide our campers with positive life changing experiences this summer. Trade classrooms for campfires as you make life-long friends while gaining hands-on experience that makes a real difference in an electrifying community of campers of all ability levels.

As a Camp Nursing Assistant you will…
Provide for the health and safety of campers, staff, and volunteers.
Gain hands-on experience working with a wide range of physical and medical needs.
Set up and pass a variety of medications.
Be prepared and skilled to work in any healthcare setting.
Become an integral piece of the healthcare team providing high quality care.
*Comprehensive training, housing & meals are provided*

Seasonal position.
Orientation starts end of May 2023
End date varies based on your availability and site needs: middle of August 2023

You should apply if you are…
2nd year nursing student or have some assisted living, group home, clinic experience.
Experienced in medication passing.
Willing to step outside your comfort zone.
Passionate about making a difference in the world.
Able to support others with daily living skills.
Happy to live and work in a communal setting.
Eager to take initiative and have a strong work ethic.
Able to be flexible and adapt to an ever-changing environment.
CPR/First Aid certified, highly valued but NOT required: Lifeguard certification, camping experience, prior experience with the population.
If you’re ready for a life-changing summer job, we’re ready for you to join our team! Apply online today – positions fill fast and are not guaranteed.


About Us:

True Friends is a nonprofit agency providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends’ programs include camp, respite, therapeutic horseback riding, conference and retreat, travel, and team building; serving over 25,000 individuals annually. With location near Maple Lake, Annandale, Eden Prairie and Bemidji, MN, True Friends serves individuals in Minnesota and throughout the United States.'

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Contact Information

Briana

Schultz

Talent Acquisition Specialist

320.342.8054

10509 108th ST NW

Annandale

Minnesota

55302

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