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ENDLESS HORIZONS

Summer Camp Counselor

Harrisonburg, VA · On-site

$13 - $17/hr

June 2nd - August 15th, 2026 Employee Compensation Camp Horizons' pay structure is based on a flat Summer Contract Rate. This rate is calculated according to the previously agreed upon number of ...

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Summer Camp Counselor

ENDLESS HORIZONS

Harrisonburg, VA • On-site

$13 - $17/hr

Part-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

General Requirements
  • Submit an application and successfully complete the screening/interview process.
  • Successfully pass a criminal background and sex-offender registry check.
  • Obtain necessary training/certifications prior to arriving at camp as required by desired position (lifeguard, CHA, WFA/WFR, RN, EMT, etc.).
  • Work required dates, including pre-camp staff training (listed below).

All staff must be at least 18 years old and be at least one year out of high school.

Counselor PositionsCounselors:

The majority of our staff are counselors (Cabin Leaders). Counselors live in a cabin group, teach activities in a department, and help lead camp-wide programs. Counselors serve in “loco parentis” (in place of parents) while at camp. In cabins, this means you make sure your campers take showers, brush their teeth, keep their belongings together, clean up after themselves, and get along with cabin mates. During activities, this means you teach them new skills, help them improve current skills, teach them to be good team players, and ensure that they stay safe. You must make sure your campers are eating enough food, drinking enough water, and getting enough sleep to stay healthy at camp. Counselors are hired for their experience, enjoyment of, and teaching abilities in one of the following areas:

Aquatics:

Swim lessons, water polo, water aerobics, water games, and more. All aquatics staff must be certified lifeguards and are responsible for overseeing all aquatics programs and activities at the camp’s pool and lake.

Creative Arts:

Arts and crafts, photography, nature art, stage makeup, clay work, sketching, and painting.

Performing Arts:

Guitar lessons, movie making, dance, drama, improv, Dungeons & Dragons, and singing and vocals.

Equestrian:

English riding lessons, trail rides, horse care, and stable upkeep.

Outdoors:

Mountain biking, high ropes challenge courses, outdoor living skills, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, rock climbing, caving, tubing, archery, and more.

Natural World:

Horizons farm, garden, and nature exploration.

Sports:

Basketball, volleyball, soccer, pickleball, tennis, team sports, ultimate frisbee, yoga, and more.

Counselors should have experience or a desire to work with children and show expertise in the specific activities that we offer. Training is provided. Many of our counselors return to camp year after year.


Certifications:

Certifications are required for certain positions and must be current and obtained through a reputable, nationally recognized provider.

Aquatics Staff: Lifeguard (including First Aid and CPR) certification preferred prior to the start of camp. Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification is preferred.

Horseback Staff: First Aid/CPR certification required (training available).

Outdoors Staff: First Aid/CPR certification preferred (training available).


Employment Dates:
  • June 2nd – August 15th, 2026



Employee Compensation

Camp Horizons’ pay structure is based on a flat Summer Contract Rate. This rate is calculated according to the previously agreed upon number of weeks a staff member is expected to work at camp, along with any relevant active certifications the staff member holds. This rate is broken down and paid via bi-weekly stipends with the remaining balance of the contract being paid upon completion of the of summer or previously agreed upon end date. Pay for certifications or other additional payments are added to and paid out in the end of summer balance.

Base Salaries1st year General Counselors$2950 Base Summer Contract Rate (Based on 10 weeks)1st year Equestrian Counselors$3050 Base Summer Contract Rate (based on 10 weeks)1st year International StaffCompensation is determined by the agency that coordinates your visaAdditional Pay
  • Village or Leadership Camp Lead Role: $20/week
  • First Aid / CPR/ WFA: $5/week
  • Lifeguard/WSI/WFR: $10/week

Employment Dates: June 2 – August 15, 2025
Staff work 6 days per week with 2 hours off each day and 24 hours off each week.

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