Counselor Job Description

Counselors will serve on the Program Staff and will work to execute the camp program. Each week, the program staff will be assigned to one of our campers groups OR they will be assigned to support staff. When assigned to a camper group, they will work to execute the day-to-day activities of the campers. 3rd-7th grade campers will join the camp from Monday through Friday throughout the summer. The activities that the staff member will help coordinate include hiking, canoeing, fishing, climbing, art & crafts, archery, outdoor living skills and more. The entire staff will experience a 1 week rotation where they will not be on the front lines of working with the campers but will serve on the support staff for Camp New Fork. As a support staff member, jobs will vary but could include supporting the kitchen staff or maintenance team.

Responsible to: Camp New Fork Program Director

Contract period: June 9 – August 17, 2025

Work week: The work week will usually be Monday through Friday for staff members, although there will be some instances where some staff may need to support on an extra day in the week. 

Accommodations: Room and board are provided.

  • Those who apply for this position will have the following qualities.

    • Desire and ability to work with children outdoors

    • Ability to relate to one's peer group

    • Ability to accept supervision and guidance

    • Ability to assist in teaching an activity

    • Current CPR and first aid certifications required (must be documented)

    • Good character, integrity, and adaptability

    • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control

    • Flexibility and ability to work in a changing environment

  • General Responsibility - Supervise Children And Deliver A Quality Program

    • Encourage individuality and creativity in campers

    • Help campers develop a sense of fair play, to accept both winning and losing graciously

    • Help group function cooperatively as a house

    • Encourage understanding and sensitivity to the natural environment

    • Encourage respect for individuals and their differences

    General Responsibility - Identify And Meet Camper Needs

    • Learn the likes/dislikes of each participant

    • Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving in the group

    • Develop opportunities for interaction between campers and staff

    • Provide opportunities for the group so that each individual experiences success during camp

    • Provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns

    • Help each participant meet the goals established by the camp for camper   development

    General Responsibility - Carry Out Camp Programs

    • Guide group and individual campers towards successful participation in all aspects of camp activities

    • Carry out established roles in enforcing camp safety regulations

    • Develop group activity plans with participants as appropriate

    • Supervise all aspects of the campers' day

    • Instruct campers in emergency procedures such as fire drills, van evacuations, etc.

    • Help campers plan participation in special events and activities

    • Assist in teaching or leading an activity as assigned

    General Responsibility - Fulfill Other Staff Administrative Roles

    • Prepare for and actively participate in staff training, meetings, and supervisory conferences

    • Set a good example for campers and others including cleanliness, punctuality, sharing clean up and chores, and sportsmanship

    • Follow camp rules and regulations pertaining to smoking, use of alcoholic beverages, and use of drugs

    • Encourage respect for personal property, camp equipment , and facilities

    • Maintain good public relations with campers' parents and general public

    • Submit all required reports on time

    • These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned and other duties may be assigned as required

  • Ability to communicate and work with groups (age and skill levels), and provide necessary instruction to campers

    Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques

    Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity

    Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury); and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers