We would love to have you help out as a nurse, mental health professional, or student volunteer. See each of the roles below for more information.
Nurse
Nurses should be passionate about ensuring the well-being and general safety of children and staff members. The nurse works as part of the Health & Wellness Team (mental health professional, another nurse, and one Camp Advisor).
Location: Mt. Carroll, IL (Camp Benson)
Dates: August 2–7, 2026
Compensation: Stipend Available | Independent Contractor | Travel reimbursement available
Requirements:
Must be a Nurse Practitioner, RN or LPN/LVN (LVN qualification varies by state) and must hold a license (or temporary license) to practice in the state in which camp is held
OR hold an EMT certification (dependent on staffing)
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:
Responsible for all medical needs of campers and staff.
Manages and distributes all camper medication, and documents all medications given.
Mental Health Professionals (MHPs) should be passionate about ensuring the well-being and general safety of children and staff members.
The MHP provides multiple layers of support as needed to campers, their families, counselors, and other staff at camp, most of which is focused on emotional and behavioral needs that emerge.
The MHP works as part of the Health & Wellness Team (two nurses and a Camp Advisor).
Location: Mt. Carroll, IL (Camp Benson)
Dates: August 2–7, 2026
Compensation: Stipend Available | Independent Contractor | Travel reimbursement available
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:
The MHP is NOT a therapy provider or caregiver: We do not provide therapy to campers, their families, counselors, or any other staff members.
Support for camp staff to help ensure the well-being and preparedness of camp staff when dealing with emerging camp situations.
Our team of student leaders, counselors, and members are students at the University of Illinois. To learn more about how to join us, please email illinois@kesem.org or visit this page.
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