Mental Health Professional

Kesem at Penn is a student-run nonprofit organization at the University of Pennsylvania that supports children affected by a parent or caregiver’s cancer. Our flagship program is Camp Kesem, a free week-long overnight camp serving 90+ campers in the Philadelphia area. We also host year-round programming like virtual cabin chats and Friends and Family Days on Penn’s campus.

We are currently looking for a licensed Mental Health Professional (MHP) to join our Camp Kesem team from August 9th-14th in Oxford, PA.

MHPs provide support for campers experiencing challenges that extend beyond the scope of what our counselors are trained for. This may include helping campers process their experiences with cancer, navigate grief and loss, or discuss other personal concerns, such as questions related to identity, sexuality, or gender. You would be working with one or two other MHPs, one of whom has been working at our Kesem chapter for many years.

All lodging, food, and transportation are provided at no cost, and compensation is available for your time at camp. More information about the role can be found on our website: https://www.kesem.org/get-involved/staff-roles-at-camp-kesem. Please email us at upenn@kesem.org if you are interested in applying or would like additional information.

Requirements:

• Have a Master’s in psychology, social work, or a related field
• Must complete required training
• Must pass a background check
• Must be available for the entirety of camp and remain on camp grounds the length of the session

Responsibilities:

• Support for camp staff to help ensure the well-being and preparedness of camp staff when dealing with emerging camp situations.
• The MHP is NOT a therapy provider or caregiver: We do not provide therapy to campers, their families, counselors, or any other staff members.