Welcome to the new website for the Camp Harkness Foundation. Please be aware that certain areas of this website are under construction or may not have the most up-to-date information while we work to understand this new system. This site is intended to be an easily accessible and navigable hub of information for the Camp Harkness community. In the case that you find an error or have any technical difficulites, please send us a message by emailing campharknessfoundation@gmail.com so that we can assist in the improvement of our website.
CAMP HARKNESS
FOUNDATION
Waterford, CT
Interested in a Job at Camp Harkness?
While the Foundation is a volunteer organization, many of our partners hire for seasonal positions. We encourage you look into the options provided by
DDS, Oak Hill, Sunrise, and The Arc.
Join the DDS Camp Harkness Team
Camp Harkness is a state facility that hires summer workers for 6 month contracts. Recruitment typically begins in March for assistant director, lifeguard, maintenance, housekeeping, security, and front gate positions. To explore current options, click the button below and look for postings at Camp Harkness.
Jobs with Oak Hill
Working for Oak Hill Camps & Recreation means empowering people with disabilities through the joy and fun of summer camp! You’ll form the most meaningful relationships with both campers and your co-counselors as we tie-dye, play games, swim, and make s’mores around the campfire. It’s a perfect mix of hard work, sweat, challenge, fun, teamwork, and meaningful moments.
Work at Sunrise Northeast
Sunrise invites you to become a valued member of their team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. They are committed to providing employees with an enriching and rewarding environment. As an employee of Sunrise, you are provided with the resources, tools, and support you need to serve our individuals in the best way possible.
Positions with The Arc
The Arc Eastern Connecticut, established by two groups of families in 1952, provides advocacy and supports to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the entire Eastern Connecticut region. Their services touch every aspect of a person's life: housing, employment/job development, vocational/micro-enterprise ventures, education, day programs, in-home supports, Senior services, health/fitness activities, and community involvement.
