What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician - EMT position at Camp Zeke - Sleepaway Summer Camp?
Spend an incredible summer as an EMT at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness, and culinary arts! We are located on 560 serene acres in The Pocono Mountains and have campers ages 7-17. This role requires current EMT certification.
The dates for this position are from June 17, 2026 until August 9, 2026. There is some flexibility with the start date.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of campers and staff.
- Addresses emergencies such as allergic reactions or injuries.
- Administers first aid and medications as directed under the standing orders, camp policies, and health supervisor.
- Our EMTs' primary work shift will be the overnight shift.
- Works with the camp nurses and doctor, and properly communicates and documents all work.
- Care for sick or injured campers daily
- Ensures a positive, fun experience for all campers & an amazing summer of growth!
Requirements:
- Must be a certified EMT.
- Must be available to live on-site at our camp in Lakewood, PA for the duration of your contract.
- Experience in both children and adult illness/injury care
Perks and Benefits:
- Salary of $600 to $750 a week plus free housing and meals.
- Flexible work environment: Potential to bring a spouse, kids, or pets up to camp!
- Camp tuition discounts and barters available to employees.
- Private Accommodations includes cabins with A/C and wifi.
- Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
- Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
- Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have current EMT certification?
- Are you free to live and work at our camp from June 17 to August 9th in Lakewood, PA? (We provide a salary, free housing, free food, and free transportation from NYC)
Work Location: In person
Camp Zeke is a Jewish overnight camp where kids celebrate active, healthy living. At Camp Zeke you can cook healthy gourmet dishes with a professional chef. Choose from action packed fitness electives such as yoga, strength training, krav maga, gymnastics and dance. Join in our sports program including soccer, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, volleyball and more. Participate in arts & crafts, theater, nightly activities and other traditional camp activities. Located in the far northeastern Poconos of Pennsylvania, Camp Zeke offers kosher, healthy, organic and locally grown, gourmet meals and snacks, as well as newly renovated air-conditioned cabins. Camp Zeke is also available to rent for groups, family reunions, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and weddings.
Salary : $600 - $750