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Camp Childcare - Camp Keystone

Starke, FL

Camp Keystone, Starke, Florida Position Type: Temporary Full-Time About this opportunity: Provides child care services for the staff's children including personal care, hygiene, learning and ...

Camp Bow Wow Duluth

Camp Counselor

Duluth, GA · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Join Our Pack as a Camp Counselor! Do you have a passion for pups and a knack for creating tail-wagging experiences? If spending your day surrounded by happy, playful dogs sounds like a dream come ...

Camp Fire First Texas

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Camp Fire After School Site Specialists

Aledo, TX · On-site

$15.50 - $16/hr

Camp Fire First Texas Job Summary Position: After School and Summer Camp Site Specialist Status : Part-time, 2:00pm to 6:30pm, Monday-Friday Location: Aledo, Texas Salary Range: $15.50-$16 an hour ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for camp in the United States is $15.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.74 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a camp counselor?

Camp counselors are individuals who supervise, guide, and lead campers in various activities at summer camps, day camps, or other recreational programs. Their primary responsibilities include ensuring the safety of campers, organizing activities, and fostering a fun, inclusive environment. Camp counselors may also serve as role models, mentors, and problem-solvers, helping campers develop social skills and confidence. They often work in teams and are trained in first aid, emergency procedures, and conflict resolution.

What are some common challenges faced by camp counselors, and how can they be addressed?

Camp counselors often face challenges such as managing large groups of children with diverse needs, addressing homesickness, and handling unexpected situations like minor injuries or disagreements. Effective communication, adaptability, and strong organizational skills are key to overcoming these challenges. Building rapport with campers, staying calm under pressure, and collaborating closely with other staff members help ensure a positive and safe camp environment. Regular team meetings and training sessions also support counselors in navigating these common issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a camp counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Camp Counselor, you need experience working with children, basic first aid knowledge, and often a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with safety protocols, activity planning tools, and sometimes lifeguard or CPR certification are typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills help counselors foster a positive and inclusive camp environment. These skills ensure camper safety, smooth operation of activities, and memorable experiences for all participants.

What is the difference between Camp vs Camp Counselor?

AspectCampCamp Counselor
Primary RoleOrganizes and manages camp activities, facilities, and logisticsSupervises and mentors campers, leads activities, ensures safety
Required CredentialsEvent planning, management experience often preferredFirst aid certification, child supervision experience
Work EnvironmentCampgrounds, outdoor settings, administrative officesCampgrounds, activity areas, outdoor and indoor settings
Industry UsageUsed by camp organizations, summer programsUsed by summer camps, youth programs

While both roles are integral to camp operations, a Camp typically handles planning and management, whereas a Camp Counselor focuses on supervising and engaging with campers. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within the camping industry.

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Infographic showing various Camp job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,759 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Camp Childcare - Camp Keystone

Starke, FL

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Location: Camp Keystone, Starke, Florida

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time

About this opportunity:

Provides child care services for the staff’s children including personal care, hygiene, learning and development activities and specialized programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervises and Provides care to staff children throughout the day, making sure that they have partaken of meals and that they maintain proper personal habits.  
  • Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of childcare property.  
  • Assists in keeping DYS’s quarters neat and clean each day.  
  • Assists with putting staff children to bed, as needed. 
  • Aids in household duties, such as laundry.
  • Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions.  
  • Sits with camper tables during meals and serve as a table monitor when needed.  
  • Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection.  
  • Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for in you: 

  • Experience working with children preferred, or
  • Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

  • CPR and First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Some physical requirements of the Camp Childcare position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities are required.  Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available.  Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions. 

To learn more about Salvation Army Camps, click here!

Why work for us:

Since 1907, The Salvation Army has been operating camp programs across the southeast region of the United States. Today, The Salvation Army has eight camps in the South and over 40 across the country. Working at a Salvation Army camp isn’t like other jobs. You will earn an income, you will receive invaluable job experience, and you will make friendships that will last you a lifetime – but, unlike most other summer jobs, you will also powerfully impact the life of a child or teen for the better. At Salvation Army camps, disadvantaged kids (in particular) have three square meals a day, have the opportunity to further develop social skills, learn creation care, feel valued, and encounter God’s love. You will never regret saying “yes” to camp this summer. Apply for a Salvation Army camp and be part of something bigger than yourself: making lives better in Jesus’ name.

Additional Information:

Camp Staff Orientation will be held 06/4/2025 – 06/8/2025 and participation is required. The 2025 Summer Camp Program will be held 06/9/2025 – 07/19/2025. If you are unable to work the entire program session, please let us know on your application. 

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. 

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.

Application Submittal Period: January 1, 2025 – May 4, 2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

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