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About Timber Pointe Outdoor Center

Nestled on 170 beautifully wooded acres along Lake Bloomington in Hudson, IL, Timber Pointe Outdoor Center is a one-of-a-kind outdoor recreation and summer camp experience operated by Easterseals Central Illinois. As the premier accessible outdoor center in Illinois, Timber Pointe offers specialized, inclusive, and adaptive lodging, programming, and activities designed to empower campers of all abilities — from traditional day and overnight camps to weekend retreats and partner group experiences.

At Timber Pointe, everyone gets to explore, learn, and grow. Campers enjoy classic summer adventures like zip-lining, horseback riding, boating, archery, arts & crafts, fishing, target sports, and more, with adaptive supports that ensure everyone feels included and capable.

What truly sets Timber Pointe apart is its mission: to provide a safe, joyful, and empowering environment where individuals with disabilities or life-altering illnesses — as well as campers of all abilities — can build independence, confidence, meaningful connections, and lifelong memories.

Working at Timber Pointe isn’t just employment — it’s an experience that transforms you.

• Make a real impact - You’ll create meaningful moments and positive change in the lives of campers who look forward to camp as a place of joy, empowerment, and friendships. Your role matters — whether you’re helping a camper try something new, cheering them on, or simply being a friendly face they trust.
• Be part of a community - Camp becomes a family. You’ll build deep connections with fellow staff and campers alike — creating memories that go far beyond summertime. Many past staff describe their experience as life-changing — full of personal growth, laughter, and shared adventure.
• Grow personally and professionally - This is a place to challenge yourself, learn new skills, and grow your confidence. You’ll receive training in adaptive recreation and activity facilitation, build leadership and teamwork skills, and gain invaluable experience working with diverse populations.
• Adventure every day - From campfires to waterfront activities, from high ropes and giant swings to quiet moments in nature — your workday will be filled with energy, fun, and outdoor exploration.
• A place that matters - If you’re passionate about helping others, love the outdoors, and want a summer that pushes you, inspires you, and connects you to something bigger than yourself — Timber Pointe is the place to be.

Position Title: Program Staff

Position Location: Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, 20 Timber Pointe Lane, Hudson, IL 61748

Program Staff at Timber Pointe facilitate the epic camp FUN—creating limitless adventure, magical moments, and life‑changing experiences for individuals with disabilities and life‑altering illnesses through adaptive and intentional camp activities. Program Staff learn and utilize effective facilitation techniques, activity adaptations, and leadership skills to guide campers to create, bond, explore, imagine, soar and achieve.

Program Staff are trained to belay and facilitate our zip line, rock wall, and giant swing during Program Staff Development Week, and are cross‑trained in all other program areas, including canoeing, archery, science, sports/games, art, and more! We ask that Program Staff attend a lifeguard certification course (if not already certified) prior to staff training, which we will fully fund. This is a very active role that requires heaping amounts of enthusiasm and creativity, as we often involve characters, costuming, performances, etc.,

to create unforgettable moments and, ultimately, a camp experience full of wonder and excitement. Program Staff will also rely heavily on time management and organizational skills to prepare for activities, transition groups on schedule, and clean up. Outside of activities, they will assist with camper care and help in cabins during morning routines, rest time, bedtime, and other periods as needed/assigned.

Program Staff will facilitate activities for Timber Pointe day campers as well as for…