Seasonal Camp Behavior Specialist

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do.

We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non‑profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Hourly Rate: $/hour

Rates are determined based on relevant experience.

Hours per week: 7-10 hours/week

Job Classification:
Nonexempt, Seasonal

Job Type: Hybrid

Duration:
June 8–August 21, 2026

Location:

Powisset Farm, Dover, MA

Your Impact:

Are you interested in supporting the social‑emotional health and wellness of campers at our outdoor camps in Dover, MA this summer? Would you like to work with camp staff to help make every amazing camp week a success for all campers?

Farmer, Forester, Chef! is a day camp located at historic Powisset Farm in Dover, MA. Powisset Farm is a 109‑acre working CSA vegetable farm with a vibrant learning garden, barnyard animals, culinary program for all ages, scenic trails, engaging education programs, and deep history that make this a special place to visit and work.

For more information about our camp, please visit Trustees Camps.

As the FFC Camp Behavior Specialist (CBS), you have a deep understanding of behavioral modification and child development and will value experiential, place‑based education. You will be excited to share your knowledge to help prepare staff, camp spaces, caregivers, and campers for a successful camp experience.

During training week (June 15-19), you will meet with Camp Directors, review camper profiles, and develop a 2‑hour on‑site workshop for the FFC camp team. During camp (June 22–August 14), you will work on‑site at Powisset for up to 5 hours per day on Mondays to observe campers in their daily activities. Tuesday through Friday, you will be available remotely for review of camper records, parent communications, remote consultation, and onsite work if needed.

This is a seasonal position working 7‑10 hours/week and reporting directly to the Powisset Camp Director.

Specifically, you’ll:

• Assess camper information regarding health, behavior, learning, social‑emotional, and assist in setting up indoor and outdoor activity and quiet spaces that allow all campers to flourish at camp.
• Lead a staff training as it relates to understanding and supporting campers with a range of needs.
• Review camper records and documents (IEPs, Behavior Plans, etc.) prior to attendance.
• Communicate with caregivers as necessary before or during camp to set up campers for success.
• Take lead in coordinating and implementing strategy plans for campers who would benefit from accommodations and modifications.
• Support Instructors and Junior Instructors (ages 15‑18) with camper accommodations and modifications.
• Ensure proper completion and documentation of administrative duties as they relate to camper accommodations and modifications.

Skills and Experience:

• A master's degree or equivalent experience in social work, education, child development, or other relevant course of study.
• Proven expertise in the areas of trauma‑informed practices, neurodiversity, behavior modification, and special education.
• Creative, passionate, open‑minded, and knowledgeable in a broad range of behavioral, social, and developmental needs of campers and their caregivers.
• Effective documenter of camper behavior and ability to share observations and ideas to caregivers and camp staff.
• Adept at reading IEPs and other camper documents and providing insight and direction to best support campers.
• Experience…