Our Team
We’re Seeking Camp Counselors in Training
Genesis: Pathways to Success (GPS) invites teens ages 14–17 to build leadership skills while supporting younger campers during A Summer of STREAM. This is an opportunity to develop independence, learn responsibility for others, and practice strong leadership skills.
Under the supervision of GPS staff, Camp Counselors in Training serve as role models for middle school students (camp attendees) and assist with hands-on STREAM activities. Your role is that of an assistant; you are not directly responsible for the safety of campers, but you are responsible for helping prevent unsafe situations through your leadership and involvement in activities.
Applications Open: May 1, 2026
Applications Due: May 15, 2026
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Parents will need to complete a “Counselor in Training Parent Application” for their student. Applicants are added to a waitlist until steps two and three are complete. This application consists of general contact information, a waiver of liability, and available Counselor in Training opportunities.
The CIT Parent Application can be accessed HERE.
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The potential student volunteer will need to complete the “Counselor in Training Student Application” that will be emailed to parent(s) shortly after the “Counselor in Training Parent Application” is submitted. Please allow your student to complete this part on their own and treat it as an online written interview.
The CIT Student Application can be accessed HERE.
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Genesis: Pathways to Success will review all applications and notify applicants of approval or denial via email by May 22nd.
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Using your cell phone while supervising campers is not allowed.
Be dressed appropriately to mentor and lead young children. We request that all volunteers dress comfortably and wear closed-toed shoes while at camps, so t-shirts, shorts, and tennis shoes are sufficient.
This opportunity may qualify for school service or volunteer hours; please check with your school to confirm their specific requirements.
For additional information or questions, please contact the Genesis: Pathways to Success Team by emailing info@genesisp2s.org or calling 812-933-1098.
Meet the Staff
Clarice Gordon,
Executive Director
In high school, Clarice was a founding member of Ripley Youth Outreach, a youth philanthropy program that empowers youth to create a voice in their communities. She graduated from South Ripley High School as Valedictorian with Academic and Technical Honors in 2017 and continued her post-secondary education at Hanover College. In May of 2020, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a certification in the Business Scholars Program. To continue her philanthropic efforts, Clarice was hired as the Ripley County Community Foundation’s Outreach and Communication Liaison after graduation and served in the position for nine months until transitioning into the role of Director for Genesis. Clarice is passionate about planning and implementing co-curricular programming opportunities for students in Ripley County, such as Kids Riding Bikes, Future Ready Robotics Camp, and the Rube Goldberg Machine Contest. Creating a STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) Ecosystem that is innovative, challenging, and fun for students is an invaluable and rewarding experience for her.
Fun Fact: In her free time, Clarice loves the opportunity to travel and try new foods while embracing new cultural surroundings. She is also very fond of visiting zoos and aquariums to learn about plants and animals.
Jenna Kohrman, Educational Program Coordinator
Jenna is a graduate of Oldenburg Academy, class of 2022. She continued her education at University of Indianapolis where she studied Public Health Education and Promotion and earned her degree in 2025. In this role, Jenna will support and advance the mission of Genesis: Pathways to Success by fostering educational relationships with the region’s public, private, and vocational schools and expanding STREAM educational experiential learning opportunities in Southeastern Indiana. She will lead the development and implementation of high-quality STREAM educational programs including A Summer of STREAM, Kids Riding Bikes, Rube Goldberg Machine Contests, and Ripley County Robotics.
Fun Fact: Outside of her professional career, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, being outdoors, and picking up new hobbies along the way.
Lori Rennekamp, Entrepreneurial Program Coordinator
Lori is an Oldenburg Academy and Mount St. Joesph University graduate where she pursued teaching Arts and Language Arts, along with owning Bird In A Tree Boutique for 8 years. Her passion lies in mentoring, networking and fostering community connections as well as helping others “spread their wings” to follow their own entrepreneurial dreams. Her role will consist of supporting and advancing the mission of Genesis: Pathways to Success by strengthening connections across Southeastern Indiana and expanding access to entrepreneurial opportunities. She will lead the development and implementation of high-quality entrepreneurial programs including Career Exploration Expo, D.I.C.E. Challenge, Emerge: Young Innovators Summit, and Masterclasses.
Fun Fact: When she was young, she had almost 100 penpals from around the world!