Counselor II - Nature

About the LightHouse

Founded in San Francisco in 1902, the LightHouse promotes the independence, equality, and self-reliance of people who are blind or visually impaired. We are currently in a period of growth, expanding our capacity to serve more low-vision and blind clients. We strongly encourage blind and visually impaired individuals to apply.

About the Role

As a Camp Counselor II – Nature, you will be the face of our outdoor education program, responsible for preparing and implementing engaging educational and recreational activities for blind and visually impaired children and adults. This role goes beyond simple supervision; you will lead classes and activities such as hiking, gardening, ecology, birding by ear, and overnight campouts, ensuring they are accessible and enriching for all participants.

You will serve as a key leader in the nature program area, coordinating all outdoor education efforts at our Napa, CA location. Your day will involve designing nature-based curricula, training staff on safety and program responsibilities, and managing the natural environment to ensure it is safe and hazard-free. You will also collaborate with the broader camp team to support evening programs, special events, and all-camp functions, fostering a culture of inclusivity and a blindness-positive philosophy in every interaction.

Hiring Process

To apply, please submit your application through our career center. If you encounter any technical difficulties, you may send a Word document attachment to recruiting@lighthouse-sf.org (PDFs are not accepted). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Our Culture & Commitment

The LightHouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, ancestry, religion, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, military status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by law. We strive to maintain a scent-free and drug-free environment where all employees and campers feel safe and respected.