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Location

Austin, Texas

Salary

$3,950 / YEAR

Quick overview

The camp counselor is responsible for fostering a supportive cabin environment, providing emotional support, and implementing trauma-informed care. They also lead daily activities, manage cabin logistics, and ensure the health and safety of campers at all times.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to pass a national criminal background check. A passion for youth empowerment and at least one year of experience in camp or youth development is preferred.

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Job description

About this position

  • Camper
  • Mentorship &
  • Well-being
  • Relationship
  • Building: Foster a culture of caring and belonging within your cabin.
  • Emotional
  • Support: Help campers build emotional regulation skills and resolve conflicts using restorative practices.
  • Trauma-Informed
  • Care: Support campers in processing difficulties and developing resilience.

Empowerment

  • Provide campers with intentional freedom and choices to build their confidence.
  • Program
  • Leadership &
  • Logistics
  • Activity
  • Facilitation: Lead or support daily activities, programs, and large-scale camp events.
  • Cabin
  • Planning: Create and implement engaging downtime activities and bedtime routines.
  • Daily
  • Operations: Follow assigned schedules and manage cabin logistics, including camper mail.
  • Safety &
  • Supervision
  • Active
  • Supervision: Maintain constant supervision of campers in all areas, including overnight.

Accountability

  • Conduct routine headcounts and maintain an accurate camper roster.
  • Health &
  • Safety: Adhere to ASC policies, health department regulations, and American Camp Association standards.

Reporting

Complete behavior and incident reports as needed.

Requirements

Eligibility: Must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma or GED. Mission-Driven: A genuine passion for empowering youth and creating a positive impact on the Austin community.

Skills

  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
  • Personal
  • Attributes: High energy, positivity, flexibility, and the resilience to handle long hours and challenging situations.
  • Experience (Preferred): At least 1 year of experience in camp, youth development, or outdoor programming.

Requirements

Ability to pass a national criminal background check. Compensation & Benefits Seasonal Salary: $3,000 for new staff ($3,950 for lifeguards). Full Room & Board: Free lodging and all meals/snacks provided while camp is in session. Professional Growth: Opportunity to earn college internship credit while being paid.

Impact

A summer of personal growth and the chance to make a lifelong difference in the lives of a diverse group of campers.

Benefits

  • Professional growth
  • Meals provided
  • Housing provided
  • College internship credit