All summer employment positions are listed below. Click on the position(s) that interest you for job description details. Please note: Minor revisions may be made to the job descriptions while they are undergoing review in February. If a job description is not available online, please contact us for the information. If you are hired, a final job description will be sent to you with your employment offer. The link to download an application is located at the bottom of this page.
Bay Cliff offers the following camp positions for our eight-week Summer Session:
THERAPY STAFF:
Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Instructor for the Hearing Impaired, Instructor for the Visually Impaired, Music Therapist, Recreation Therapist, Student Therapists
Therapists provide a thorough and intensive therapy program based on the individual needs of the campers. All therapists must be licensed/certified, as required by the State of Michigan. PTA & COTA applicants with pediatric experience are considered. Student therapists are graduate level students completing practicum/clinical experiences necessary for graduation. Students work under the supervision of experienced therapists. Read how therapists explain "Why I am a Bay Cliff Therapist." Bay Cliff is a dream job.
UNIT STAFF:
Camp Counselors
Counselors are responsible for the overall, 24-hour per day care and well-being of assigned children in cabin/unit. Must be 18 years of age and have completed one year of college, preferably in the study of special education, education, therapy, pre-medicine, nursing, recreation or human services.
Unit Leaders
Unit Leaders are responsible for the leadership and managment of the unit, overseeing the care, participation and success of all the campers in their unit. Provides direction, supervision and support for counselors.
ACTIVITY INSTRUCTORS:
Lifeguards, Arts & Crafts Instructor, Arts & Crafts Aide, Nature Instructor, Recreation Instructor
Responsible for planning and implementing classes for all units in camp, with activities appropriate for age level and handicap. Certified teachers are preferred. Waterfront staff are responsible for both guarding and instruction with positions available for Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors. Boating, canoeing, and kayaking instructors are required to have the necessary certification in their watercraft area, and in lifeguarding. Therapists are available to answer questions regarding camper abilities and for collaboration.
HEALTH COTTAGE STAFF:
Responsible for overall health care and medical needs of campers and staff. Positions for both Registered and Licensed Practical Nurses are available.
DENTAL COTTAGE STAFF:
Dental Clinic Supervisor, Dental Assistant
Complete dental care is provided for the children by summer dental staff and visiting dentists in the program. Must be licensed and professionally trained. Read about the experiences of dental students at Bay Cliff.
PROGRAM DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Program Director, Assistant Program Director/Teen Coordinator
The Program Staff is responsible for coordinating the daily camp schedule, evening all-camp activities, weekend programs and special events. Previous Bay Cliff staff experience is required.
FOOD SERVICE STAFF:
Assistant Cook, Baker, Kitchen Aides, Food Service Aides, Dining Room Supervisor, Dining Room/Camp Aides
Cooks are responsible for overall supervision of the kitchen. Kitchen Aides assist with preparation for meals and clean up of the kitchen/bakery. The Dining Room Supervisor is responsible for overall supervision of the Dining Room Aides and the total operation of the Dining Room. Dining Room/Camp Aides assist with preparation/serving of meals and clean up afterwards. Dining Room/Camp Aides also are assigned to help in other departments and camp activities.
AUXILIARY STAFF:
Linen Room Staff, Laundry/Housekeeping Aides, Linen/Laundry/Housekeeping Supervisor, Maintenance, Office Secretary
The Linen Room Staff organize and provide clothes for all campers. Laundress and Laundry/ Housekeeping Aides clean all camper clothing and bedding for staff and campers, and have housekeeping responsibilities for certain areas of camp. Maintenance aides do routine cleaning, repairs and camp maintenance. Secretaries work in the camp office with general clerical responsibilities and are responsible to the Administrative Assistant.
Interested in working at Bay Cliff?
The 2012 New Staff Application is available here.
If you worked at Bay Cliff in the past, please email or call us for an application.
