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Seasonal Overnight Summer Camp Counselor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

YMCA Camp Twin Lakes is looking for positive role models to join our team as Overnight Summer Camp Counselors for Summer 2026. Our Overnight Camp Counselors facilitate student programming, provide ...

Overnight Summer Camp Counselor Department: Programming Reports To: Vice President of Programming Start Date: June 2, 2026 End Date: June 6, 2026 Apply by: April 1, 2026 Compensation: $1000 total ...

Summer Camp Counselor Pen Argyl, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly; Various shifts available between 6:00am-6:00pm | $11 - $15 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with ...

Summer Camp Counselor Califon NJ | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $15.92 - $17.50 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Summer Camp ...

Summer Camp Counselor Bethlehem, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly; Variety of shifts available between 7:30am and 5:30pm | $11.00-$15.00 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your ...

Summer Camp Counselor Whitehall, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly; Various shifts available | $13.00-$16.00 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are ...

Summer Camp Counselor Fairless Hills, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $11 -$15 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Summer Camp ...

Summer Camp Counselor Clinton, NJ | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $17 - $19 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Summer Camp ...

Summer Camp Counselor

Warminster, PA · On-site

$11 - $15/hr

Summer Camp Counselor Warminster, PA | Part Time, Seasonal, Hourly | $11 - $15 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with others? We are looking for a Summer Camp ...

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How much do seasonal overnight summer camp counselor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal overnight summer camp counselor in the United States is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Overnight Summer Camp Counselor vs Seasonal Day Camp Counselor?

AspectSeasonal Overnight Summer Camp CounselorSeasonal Day Camp Counselor
Work EnvironmentOvernight at camp facilities, sleeping on-siteDaytime at camp, returning home each evening
Required CredentialsCPR/First Aid, background check, sometimes lifeguard certificationCPR/First Aid, background check, often less specialized certifications
Job ResponsibilitiesSupervising campers overnight, ensuring safety, organizing activitiesSupervising during daytime activities, leading games, ensuring safety
Work DurationTypically several weeks, overnight shifts includedUsually daytime shifts during summer months

While both roles involve supervising children and ensuring safety, the main difference lies in the work environment and schedule. Overnight counselors stay on-site overnight, providing continuous supervision, whereas day camp counselors work during the day and return home each evening.

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Overnight Summer Camp Counselor

CAL-WOOD EDUCATION CENTER

Jamestown, CO

$500/wk

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • Free food & snacks
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

Cal-Wood Education Center is a 1,200-acre outdoor classroom in the Rocky Mountain foothills, 15 miles northwest of Boulder. We are a non-profit bringing kids and families together with nature through outstanding environmental education programming. This summer, Cal-Wood is providing 5 weeks of summer camp programming for students aged 7-17. We are looking for responsible Overnight Summer Camp Counselors who are excited to work with kids in a beautiful mountain setting!
Overnight Summer Camp Counselors will be responsible for a group of campers during evenings, overnights, and mornings. It is essential to pay attention to your campers' social, physical, medical, and emotional needs, so that they feel fully supported and cared for while at Cal-Wood. You will help lead evening activities, including campfires, night hikes, team building activities, and more. You'll also run dinners and breakfasts, as well as set a good example for behavior and attitude for your campers. You will be camping in a cabin for four (4) weeks. Instructors may also spend one or more nights a week camping in a tent (your own or one provided by Cal-Wood) as a part of our campout night during some of our camps. During training (June 8th-12th) you will work a regular Monday-Friday 9-5. You will also serve as a liaison between campers and administrative staff, and provide regular feedback to administrators to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of camp operations.

Responsibilities of Overnight Summer Camp Counselors:

  • Stay overnight with your assigned campers Sunday PM - Friday AM
  • Lead campers through various outdoor and indoor activities such as campfires, night hikes, games, crafts, and star gazing.
  • Facilitate meals and supervise mornings and evenings.
  • Be alert to the needs of campers and act accordingly and appropriately.
  • Communicate the needs of campers to the administrative staff when appropriate.
  • Be a good role model by demonstrating positivity, cleanliness, punctuality, sharing, chores, sportsmanship, and table manners.
  • Instruct campers on emergency procedures and ensure procedures are followed correctly when necessary.
  • Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
  • Participate in debrief meetings at the end of each week and prepare for the following week of programs.

Qualities and Qualifications:


  • Must be at least 18 years of age. High School diploma required.
  • Must have access to a reliable vehicle (preferably 4WD or AWD to drive up/down a steep dirt road)
  • Experience and enthusiasm for working with youth (7-17 years old)
  • First Aid/CPR certifications required (can be completed during staff training)
  • Spanish fluency is highly desired, but not mandatory
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and fingerprinting

Benefits:

  • $500/week for 4 weeks of camp + 1 week of training
  • All meals provided while at camp and training
  • Live and work in the beautiful Rocky Mountains all summer!
  • No work from 9:30am-5pm Sunday-Friday
  • 9:30am Friday-5pm Sunday completely off
  • Access pro-deals on outdoor gear
  • Learn new skills for leading campfires, night hikes, and other evening camp activities

Employment dates: June 8th-July 24th (including two unpaid weeks off from June 27th-July 11th)