Be A Counselor at Camp No Worries
Help kids with cancer to just be kids

Requirements for Full-time Counselors

• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Must complete an application, including one letter of recommendation by a person who
• has witnessed the applicant’s interaction with children
• Complete an interview with the Volunteer Director
• Undergo a mandatory pre-camp orientation and training to become familiar with the
• physical, developmental and social aspects of working with children with cancer and their siblings in a summer camp setting
• Complete and pass a criminal background check
• Be in excellent health and have the stamina to withstand a demanding week in the heat
• and sun
• Have No Worries!

What to Expect as a Cabin Counselors


As a Cabin Counselor, you are expected to provide for the safety and well-being of assigned campers and to assist with planned activities on a 24-hour basis during camp, all days when campers are on site.

• Meet families as they arrive, accompany them to their cabin, and assist in the unpacking, storing of belongings, etc.
• Provide campers and family members initial orientation to camp See to the care and needs of assigned campers Maintain safety, order and discipline of assigned campers Accompany campers in their daily scheduled activities, making certain that they are appropriately attired and prepared to participate (i.e. with full water bottles, sunscreen sneakers, etc.)
• Assist CNW program heads with activities when assigned to those activities and actively participate in all activities
• Bring any health related problems to the attention of the camp nurse(s)
• Bring to the attention of the lead counselor or Assistant Camp Director any concerns / problems related to the operation of camp or the well being of campers
• Complete camper evaluations at the end of camp

Additional Requirements: Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation by a person who has witnessed their interaction with children. Counselors will receive pre-camp training and on-site orientations before the start of camp. Most of this training requires mandatory attendance. If any participant has NOT had the chicken pox vaccine and has been exposed to chicken pox within three weeks prior to the start of camp, they will not be able to participate. A criminal background check will be made on all counselors.

All counselors will be responsible to sign a counselor contract agreeing to these responsibilities.





Daily Schedule for Cabin Counselors:

Accommodations: On-site housing is provided. All counselors share cabin space with campers. You will need to bring a sleeping bag or bedding (we provide thin mattresses) as well as your own towels and toiletries. All meals are provided and special accommodations can be made for dietary restrictions.

To apply as a Cabin Counselor, please download, print and complete the following forms:

• Volunteer Application CLICK HERE for the form (PDF)
• Volunteer Health Form CLICK HERE for the form (PDF)
• Volunteer Contract CLICK HERE for the form (PDF)
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• Copy of the front and back of your health insurance card
• Letter of Recommendation

Mail everything to: 

Camp No Worries 

YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties
 | 59 Centerton Road
 | Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054

Please note: Your application will not be considered until you submit all of the above items. Applications must be completed by the applicant only. Your letter of recommendation must be typed and sent via US Mail for our file. Please note that letters of recommendation from family members will NOT be accepted.

Once we receive your application, you will be contacted by Carolyn Bernacki, Volunteer Director, to schedule an interview. 



Volunteers are chosen based on the applicant’s strengths and the needs of Camp No Worries. You will be notified after all applicant interviews are complete with our decision.