You can make a difference. We can't do what we do without the help and support of volunteers—donating your time at our fundraisers to being on staff at camp, and everything in between. And in return, you get the satisfaction of knowing that you helped a child or family, and let's face it, had a lot of fun along the way!
We're looking for individuals who are friendly, trustworthy, dedicated, and caring to donate their time to be on staff at our camps. What you get in return is priceless. We take the job of caring for medically and emotionally fragile campers seriously, but we smile, laugh, and learn every day. Each camp season, we need ~170 individuals to join us in making it a camp to remember for between 13–115 campers (depending on the camp). Are you one of them?
ELIGIBILITY
Must be 18+ years old, meet minimum job requirements, Goodtimes-required immunizations are up-to-date (view Goodtimes’ immunization policy), pass a background check, and be available for the duration of the camp period. Some camp positions are invitation only or require veteran volunteer status.
CAMP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We run four camps which each have their own duration, dates, and volunteer needs. Read more about each one to see what fits best with your interest, availability, and abilities:
Camp Goodtimes: a week-long residential camp for cancer patients, survivors, and siblings ages 8–17 on Vashon Island, WA. Staff commitment is nine days, including on-site staff training. First-time volunteers are always welcome to apply!
Mini Camp: a single-day camp for ages 5–7 that introduces youngsters to what camp looks and feels like. Staff commitment is one day and applicants need to be veteran staffers.
Kayak Adventure Camp: a 6-day kayaking and camping adventure in the San Juan Islands for young adult cancer survivors ages 18–25. Staff positions are on an invitation-only basis.
Sibling Ski Camp: a 3-day weekend camp near White Pass, WA for siblings of cancer patients ages 11–17. Staff commitment is three days and applicants must be competent skiers or snowboarders.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are eligible to participate, the application process is as simple as one, two, three:
1. Access the online application
2. Fill out the application and associated documentation
3. Submit the application by the due date
FIRST-TIME APPLICANTS
Upon submission of an application, all new-staff applicants will be interviewed (in person or via phone) to determine whether they're a good fit for our camps. If hired, you will be required to complete 1-2 hours of online staff training prior to arrival at camp. In addition, you'll receive on-site training once at camp with fellow staffers. All applicants must submit 3 references and background checks will be conducted.
FAQS
Have a question about being on staff? You're likely not the first person so take advantage of our frequently asked questions.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions about requirements, camp, or the staff application process, please contact the camp director:
Mark “S’mores” Schmor
mark@thegoodtimesproject.org
206.255.3804