Camp Counsellor

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The Camp Counsellor is a paid position responsible for the direct supervision and mentorship of campers assigned to their cabin or tent. The primary objective is to facilitate spiritual, social, and physical growth in campers while ensuring a safe and engaging camp experience.

Responsible to: Staff Camp Manager

Wage/Salary: $4,800.00 & Volunteer

Duration: 8 Weeks | June 28, 2026

Program Delivery and Mentorship

Plan daily activities and routines, including personal time, cabin time, and participation in all assigned camp activities.
Prepare the cabin or tent for campers before their arrival (e.g., set up a special welcome).
Lead and facilitate cabin time conversations and group devotionals effectively.
Connect daily with each assigned camper for dedicated one-on-one mentoring and support.
Set a consistent, positive, and faith-centered example for all campers.
Lead an assigned general camp activity or skill throughout the summer. (Activities may include, but are not limited to, canoeing, sports, crafts, drama, or hiking.)

Camper Safety and Support

Ensure the physical, spiritual, and emotional safety of all assigned campers at all times.
Plan and lead engaging welcomes and goodbyes for parents and campers on check-in and check-out days.
Know and enforce all camp policies and procedures.
Ensure the cabin/tent and other assigned spaces are kept clean and organized.
Participate in assigned general cleaning duties, which will include but are not limited to dishes, bathrooms, cabins/bedrooms, and common areas.
Report all incidents, policy violations, and camper concerns immediately to the Summer Camp Manager.
Access training and resources as necessary to support the role.
Alternative duties will be assigned during Family Camps.

Reporting and Follow-up

Write personalized follow-up cards for each assigned camper.
Ensure assigned campers complete the camp session survey together.
Submit detailed reports on camper progress and any program anomalies to the Summer Camp Manager.

Knowledge of the summer camp industry is critical.
Strong desire and ability to mentor youth.
Well-developed faith and interpersonal skills are critical.
Preference is given to those with experience working with kids and youth.
Cabin Leaders must be 17 years of age and at least 2 years older than the oldest camper they will be supervising.
Current First Aid and CPR Training is required (or willingness to obtain).

Camp Counsellors will be on-site for all assigned events. They will be provided with room and board.

The Paid Camp Counsellor will receive 4 days of staff training, which will include facility orientation, policy and procedure training, camper check-in and registration, team building activities, review compensation and highlight workplace health and safety practices as outlined in the brochure as it specifically relates to the role of Camp Counsellor.

The Volunteer Camp Counsellor will complete volunteer training, including abuse prevention, site orientation, duties description and training, workplace health and safety, and policy and procedure overview.