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What is type of roles does camps have?

Camps offer a variety of roles, ensuring there's a place for everyone. Camp counselors inspire and mentor campers, while behind-the-scenes support staff, including those who may not be comfortable working with kids, ensure smooth camp operations, handling tasks like meal prep, facility maintenance, healthcare, and administration.  Indeed, there is a role for everyone, making camp a place where every skill and passion can find its place in crafting unforgettable memories.

Join the Rank of the Counselor!

summer culture at camp is a unique journey filled with camaraderie, adventure, and personal growth. It's about days spent in the great outdoors, evenings around campfires, and forming lasting friendships. Camp embodies the American summer spirit, offering a blend of fun, learning, and memories that define the essence of an unforgettable season.

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Support as Support Staff!

Behind the scenes, the support staff, including talented photographers to capture every moment, expert cooks who craft delectable meals, and savvy marketers to spread the camp's charm, work their magic to ensure every camp day shines brightly. They help create an enchanting, unforgettable environment where campers' dreams flourish and where every moment is celebrated.

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Counselor

Guiding Camp Adventures

As a camp counselor, your role is to lead and inspire campers on an exciting journey of growth and fun. You'll organize and participate in a variety of activities, from games and sports to arts and crafts, ensuring campers have a memorable experience. Your responsibilities include fostering a safe and inclusive environment, serving as a role model, and helping campers build new skills and lasting friendships.

Why is it Great?

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Personal Growth: Being a camp counselor is not just about teaching; it's about personal growth. You'll develop essential skills in leadership, communication, and empathy.

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Demonstrate Your Leadership Skills: Serving as a camp counselor demonstrates your leadership abilities and your dedication to making a difference in the lives of others. It's a valuable addition to your resume that can impress future employers.

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Change Lives: Counselors have the incredible opportunity to positively impact individual campers, helping them grow, learn, and discover their potential. It's about being a source of inspiration and encouragement.

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Mentorship Skills: This role provides an ideal platform to hone your mentoring skills. As a counselor, you'll inspire campers to explore their passions, learn new skills, and set personal goals.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Supervision: Keep a watchful eye on campers to ensure their safety during various activities and while in the cabin.
  • Activity Participation: Engage actively in camp activities, games, and programs, leading by example to inspire campers' participation.
  • Cabin Life: Share cabin living with campers, helping with daily routines, cabin cleanliness, and building camaraderie among the campers.
  • Guidance and Support: Offer emotional support, listen to campers' concerns, and help resolve any conflicts or issues that arise.
  • Enthusiasm: Bring energy and enthusiasm to every aspect of camp life, from morning wake-up calls to evening campfire stories.

Basic Compensation

In camp placement programs, counselor compensation is tailored to your unique skills and contributions. Base pay starts at over $2,000, providing a solid foundation for your summer adventure. Returning counselors, with demonstrated dedication, often have the opportunity to negotiate their compensation based on their experience and expertise. The emphasis is on the value you bring to the camp community, and we're excited to reward your hard work and commitment. Here's a potential breakdown of compensation for first-time counselors who meet eligibility criteria, including special certifications, most of these certification can be acquired before camp start, so ask your representative about it!

Base Pay$2,000 (At least $19.50 dollars/hour)Special Needs Couselor (If qualify)+ $150Special Certification (If qualify)+ $50 (At least >$50)Returning Counselor Bonus  (If qualify)+ Negotiable  Housing Cost (Full duration of the camp)+ $0Food Cost (Full duration of the camp)+ $0> $2,000 Pocket money

Support
Staff

Crafting Camp Excellence

As members of the valued support staff, you play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of the camp. This includes skilled photographers who capture camp memories, culinary artists who craft delectable meals, and savvy marketers who share the camp's charm with the world. Their dedication and hard work contribute to creating a safe, enriching environment where campers' dreams flourish.

Why is it Great?

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Team Dynamics: Our camp values diverse skills, and your role doesn't require you to be with kids around the clock. It's an opportunity to work closely with a dynamic team and play a vital role behind the scenes.

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Versatile Opportunities: Whether you have a passion for photography, culinary arts, marketing, or any other interest, there's a place for you within our support staff team.

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Enhanced Skills: These specific roles offer team members the opportunity to enhance their skills, making their summer an invaluable learning experience.

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Showcase Your Teamwork Skills: As integral members of the support staff, you'll collaborate closely within a united team to ensure campers enjoy the best possible experience. This collaborative spirit fosters camaraderie and shared success, making it a valuable asset to include on your resume, sure to impress prospective employers.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Camp Operations: Support staff contribute to the overall functioning of the camp, ensuring a seamless experience for campers and fellow staff members.
  • Guest Satisfaction: Their role is centered on providing campers with a positive and memorable experience, whether through services, facilities, or engagement.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Support staff work together as a team, fostering a spirit of unity and cooperation to achieve camp objectives.
  • Problem Solving: They are often tasked with addressing unexpected challenges and finding solutions to ensure the camp runs smoothly.
  • Camp Environment: Support staff are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and enriching environment where campers can thrive.

Basic Compensation

In camp placement programs, support staff compensation is designed to match your valuable contributions. Base pay starts at over $2,000, ensuring a strong start to your summer journey. Returning support staff, with a track record of dedication, often have the opportunity to discuss their compensation based on their experience and contributions. Your compensation is a reflection of the importance of your role in enhancing the camp experience, and we look forward to recognizing your dedication and hard work. Below is a potential compensation breakdown for eligible first-time support staff. Be sure to inquire with your representative for more details!

Base Pay$2,000 (At least $19.50 dollars/hour)Returning Support Staff Bonus  (If qualify)+ Negotiable  Housing Cost (Full duration of the camp)+ $0Food Cost (Full duration of the camp)+ $0> $2,000 Pocket money

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