Careers

Cradle Beach is a nurturing, transformative and fun experience in nature with a legacy of 136 years of serving the Western New York Community with excellence. Located directly on the beautiful shores of Lake Erie, our serene 66-acre campus provides an oasis for programming that serves our community. We specialize in bringing together individuals with and without disabilities and/or from economic disadvantages.

Overnight Summer Camp Counselor

Are you driven to make a difference? Would you like to create lifelong memories? Do you need the flexibility to experience summer while serving the greater good of the community? We’re looking for kind, passionate, energetic Summer Camp Counselors to give our campers (ages 8-17 of all abilities) the best summer ever!

Counselors are the primary caregivers for each camper. The Counselor is responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills.

Click here to learn more about spending the summer with us!

Requirements

We recognize that job qualifications within hiring policies have been used to exclude candidates from marginalized backgrounds.  In our approach to inclusive hiring, we encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all the listed qualifications, as any combination of lived and learned education and experience can make you a successful candidate.

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Have one year of college completed or similar experience
  • Must be able to submit a Physical and Immunization forms prior to start date
  • Must be able to pass State and Federal Background checks

SALARY: $375-$500 per session

Summer Camp Nurse – Both Per Diem And Full-Time Overnight Needed

Responsible for medical care and medication distribution for children ages 8-17 during our Overnight Summer Camp Program. Nurses are not required to work all eight camp sessions. Amount of sessions worked will be determined during a meeting with Cradle Beach Camp Director.

Requirements

  • Must be a Registered Nurse in New York State
  • Must have current CPR certification
  • Must be able to pass State and Federal Background checks

SALARY: $1,100 to $1,300 per session

Young Staff

Staff between the ages of 17-19 who provide support during our Overnight Summer Camp Program. Responsibilities include assistance in the following areas: laundry, kitchen, arts and crafts, play stations, and more.

Requirements

  • Must be able to pass State and Federal Background checks

SALARY: $300-$375 per session

Respite Staff

Responsible for supervision and care of individuals with disabilities attending our Respite Program during Fall and Spring weekend retreats. Staff does not have to work every Respite Weekend. Amount of Respite Weekends worked will be determined during a meeting with Cradle Beach Camp Director.

Requirements

We recognize that job qualifications within hiring policies have been used to exclude candidates from marginalized backgrounds.  In our approach to inclusive hiring, we encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all the listed qualifications, as any combination of lived and learned education and experience can make you a successful candidate.

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Have one year of college completed or similar experience
  • Must be able to pass State and Federal Background checks

SALARY: $244 per weekend