It truly takes a community to change the world. We’re proud of being a place where dreamers and doers can being Deafhood to life. By providing an unique experience that opens the eyes and hearts of people, we grow self-esteem through an experience inspired by Deafhood.
We’re passionate and have big dreams. We truly believe that Deafhood can contribute to a better world. We’re a non-profit who loves thinking out of the box and making a difference. Passion, not hours, is what makes a winning team.
We invest in people and work hard in creating an inclusive place. Diverse talents make Aspen Camp a more interesting and innovative place to work. We encourage collaboration and open sharing of unique ideas, experiences, and perspectives. Jerks not welcome- we don’t trade competence for character.
We practice a “With Freedom Comes Responsibility” culture; the higher quality your work is, the higher your rewards (like unlimited vacation and no micromanagement!). We’ll love to help you build the security you want. Superstars are promoted when possible! When we grow, you grow too.
Great ideas often come in the shower, so we encourage a healthy work/life balance. We value the emotional and mental well-being of our team members. We also try to make the workplace healthy (like good lighting and even salt lamps). We’re always open to ideas. Work smart, play hard.
We have some unique ones at Aspen Camp. Examples of some benefits and perks (note that these may not apply to all positions)
Applying for an open position is very easy. It’s important for you to truly reflect who you are in your application. We love to learn about people like you.
The process may be long but we do this to ensure that you’ll be happy with your job in the long-term and that your contributions is exactly what we’re looking for. We invest in our people and want to make sure that both of our investments are a match made in heaven.
Other than the key skills outlined in the job description, we look for four major categories in each of our applicants: skills, fit, attitude, and passion. Examples of these are:
Do you have the basic skills to do a job well done?
Are you able to work independently and with a team at the same time?
Are you able to solve problems on your own?
Will you contribute something that no one else can?
What sort of human being are you?
Where will you be in five or twenty years from now?
Do you like the outdoors?
Do you like kids?
Are you accountable?
Do you have integrity?
How do you handle pressure or new ideas?
Are you a positive person?
What’s your dream?
What are you enthusiastic about?
Do you love Deafhood as much as we do? If it’s new to you, will you fall in love with it?
Do you have direction yet? If yes, what is it? If not, are you exploring?
Ready to start a new adventure with Aspen Camp? See what we’re looking for and if it fits your needs. We often seek seasonal positions and will be adding to our full-time team as we grow.
Staff working with programs and/or children, due to childcare and state laws, are required to be 21 or older.
All other positions are 18 or older per federal law.
Deaf* individuals who are 18, 19, or 20 years of age can apply for a Junior Staff experience during summer camp. See the junior staff page for more information or to apply.
Of course! Hearing applicants are welcome to apply for any position they feel they qualify for.
Due to the Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ), we prefer to hire Deaf* individuals for roles working closely with Deaf* children so they can serve as stronger role models to them. Roles that has a higher emphasis for qualified Deaf* applicants include counselors, specialists, and the nurse.
If there is not enough qualified Deaf* applicants for the roles listed above, we will consider hiring a hearing person for the role.
Due to the limited availability, the junior staff program is only for Deaf* youth at this time.
All of our positions can be converted to an internship. Apply for the position you are interested in and let us know that you’re interested in converting it into an internship. If you are offered the position, we will work with your institution to meet the internship requirements the best we can.
Please follow the instruction tied to the position posted on our job opening page. Applications must be submitted through the proper channels to be considered.
How you follow the instructions show us how you follow directions in general.
We do not accept applications and/or resumes through email. Emails requesting an interview or to be considered for a position will be ignored.
Please stick with the application channel we’ve provided. You can upload your resume and cover letter in the application you submit. Do not email it to us.
We get hundreds of emails a day and like to see when people follow direction. If there is no job opening that you’re interested in, please check back and submit an application when there is one.
Anyone can apply regardless of where they live or are from.
Please refer to the job description to see where we ask that the staff member lives if they work for Aspen Camp; sometimes they can live anywhere, in Colorado, in the Roaring Fork Valley, or at Aspen Camp.
Almost always, the seasonal positions include free lodging at Aspen Camp for the duration of the program(s).
International applicants are welcome. If a position is offered and the background check has been cleared in a timely manner, we will work with you on VISAs and related paperwork.