Camp Counselor

Do you love kids, nature, and camping? Come join our amazing team of staff and make a lasting impact in the life of a child while having an unforgettable summer. Summer dates are May 17th – August 8th. Partial summer support counselor positions are also available. Apply on our website.

Work cooperatively with fellow Cabin Counselors to provide a healthy, safe and enjoyable camp environment and experience for all campers. Cabin Counselors live in a cabin group of 16 campers and provide activity instruction to additional campers during the day.

• Ensure campers are on time to activities with the appropriate supplies.
• Assist campers at meal times, and in the cabin to ensure campers are maintaining health and hygiene practices such as showering, wearing clean clothes, and getting appropriate sleep.
• Cabins and program areas are kept clean and organized.
• Provide guidance to campers on their schedule, activity choices and abiding camp rules.
• Lead cabin activities, songs and games that are engaging and age appropriate.
• Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers as needed by following behavior management techniques as outlined in the staff manual and during training.
• Follow all camp policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of campers.
• Role model appropriate hygiene, interpersonal interactions and dress codes at all times.
• Greet parents and campers professionally and with a smile, using appropriate language.

• Provide instruction of assigned camp activities to campers.
• Manage camper behavior to ensure all campers are actively and positively participating.
• Ensure the safety of all campers when participating in camp activities.
• Keep program areas clean and supplies well maintained.

• Complete daily and weekly camper documentation.
• Attend daily and weekly staff meetings.
• Keep cabins and other assigned camp locations clean and tidy.
• Other duties and tasks assigned by leadership to assist in functioning of camp operations and programs.

Counselors will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions. An average of 3 miles of walking is expected each day. Staff must be comfortable walking on uneven ground for extended periods. Willing and able to sleep in shared housing in a cabin with other counselors and campers; single or private accommodation is not available. Comfortable sleeping outdoors at least one night a week and enthusiastically supporting campers to sleep out.

Comfortable being near a range of animals including snakes, spiders, lizards and other native‑and‑non‑native species. Able to sustain energy and enthusiasm throughout the full work day. Weekend work is required; this position requires availability to work on‑site 7 days a week for the contract period. Functions, activities, and working conditions may change or new ones may be added during the course of employment to support the operation of camp.

• Completed at least 1 year of college education.
• A desire to positively impact the life of a child and willingness to put the needs of campers first.
• Have a passion for science, animals and childhood development.
• Able to effectively communicate ideas, thoughts and instructions in a constructive manner.
• Self‑motivated and able to work on tasks and assigned goals with minimal supervision.
• Be willing to learn new concepts and skills.
• Able to work in a team and both give and take direction from others.
• Willingness to adhere to camp’s code of conduct, rules and policies.

Salary starts at $4,000 for first‑year staff members; see contract for salary details. Additional $10 credit in the camp store for each week of contract period. Housing, meals and laundry included. Two 1‑hour breaks provided each day, and 1 scheduled 21‑hour break each week.

Time: Full‑Time Seasonal
Salary: Paid
Category: Counseling

5 and 10 week camp positions. 2 weeks of pre‑camp training. $400-$600 weekly pay.

16795 State Route E
Rolla, MO 65401

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