Cabin Counselor, Activity Specialist

CampHire · Overnight Summer Camps Nationwide · Mid June to mid August

Overview

CampHire is recruiting cabin counselors to work at premier overnight summer camps throughout the United States. We have specialist positions open in sports, boating, lifeguarding, arts, theater, music, and more!

This is a residential camp position that requires relocation during the summer. Travel costs and onsite housing provided.

If you are passionate about working with youth, this is the job for you! Counselors split time between leading activities and daily bunk responsibilities. Have a special skill? We want to talk to you! We are seeking specialists in following area:

Sports including Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Soccer, Lacrosse
Tennis
Archery
Swim Instructors/Lifeguards
Waterski/Wakeboard Instructors
Sailing
Ropes Course / Adventure Specialist
Outdoor Exploration
Nature Specialist
Arts & Crafts
Theater
And more!

Roles & Responsibilities

Lead activities for campers of all abilities.
Create programs to suit the needs of different age groups, including small children.
Supervise, care for, and mentor campers under your charge
Partner with co-counselors to create a fun and safe environment for campers.
Plan creative events and lead day-to-day bunk activities.

Qualifications

Experience working with youth preferred

Compensation & Perks

$2,500 to $3,500 per summer based on experience and background. Housing provided in shared cabins with campers. Travel costs paid for by most camps, and all meals included.

About CampHire

CampHire is a recruitment partner of top-tier summer camps in the US. We have access to hundreds of roles from counselors to nurses and everything in between. We believe camp is the best a summer job has to offer. Careers start with camp.

At CampHire, we believe that careers start with camp. Like great camps, we encourage our candidates to come as they are -- everyone is welcome. We celebrate diversity in all of its forms, and are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience.

[2025] Cabin Counselor, Activity Specialist