How is the Staff Hired and Trained?
We take pride in employing a well-trained staff of the highest quality! >All cabin counselors are current university students with a background working with children. Applicants go through a rigorous hiring process including multiple interviews, a background check and drug testing. Additionally, many cabin counselors were Sea Campers themselves! Counselors go through an 8-day training program prior to any campers arriving at camp. They are trained in team-building, group-leading, child development, safety, and being sensitive to individual campers needs and life experiences. Camp logistics and the camp program are also taught and counselors participate in a number of role-playing activities to prepare for situations that could arise during the summer. Diving, Sailing, Science and Adventure Instructors all have at least a Bachelors Degree, usually in a Science, and are trained and certified in their particular specialty. All Diving Instructors are NAUI (National Association of Underwate
