Summer Camp Senior Counselor

Position Title: Senior Counselor
Location: 4651 Co Rd ZZ, Dodgeville, WI

Employment Type: Seasonal / Full-Time (June 1-August 14, 2026) 

Overview

The Senior Counselor is a key leader among the camp staff, supporting the Program Coordinators while mentoring junior counselors and fostering an inclusive, safe, and fun environment for campers. This role balances hands-on activity leadership with guidance, problem-solving, and leadership modeling. The ideal candidate is experienced, responsible, and enthusiastic about creating memorable camp experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Camper Supervision & Mentorship
  • Serve as the primary mentor for a new group of campers each week
  • Provide diligent supervision Sunday-Friday, including overnights
  • Support campers’ emotional, social, and personal growth throughout their camp experience.
     
• Staff Support & Leadership
  • Assist the Program Coordinators in training, coaching, and supervising junior counselors.
  • Model positive leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
     
• Program Delivery
  • Lead or assist with daily activities, ensuring they are engaging, safe, and age-appropriate.
  • Help implement special events, theme days, and camp traditions.
     
• Safety & Wellbeing
  • Enforce camp safety policies and respond appropriately to emergencies.
  • Support campers’ physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
     
• Flexibility & Teamwork
  • Pitch in wherever needed — from assisting in the dining hall, helping with maintenance, or covering extra activities.
  • Collaborate with the entire camp staff to keep the community running smoothly.
    
     

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age
• Previous experience in childcare, education, youth recreation, or related fields.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple moving parts while staying calm under pressure.
• Comfortable working long days outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Respect for diverse perspectives on faith, identity, relationships, and the natural world
• Willingness to pitch in wherever needed - whether that means helping in the kitchen, cleaning facilities, or solving unexpected challenges to keep camp running smoothly.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Compensation & Perks

• Salary starting at $400 per week (based on experience), plus free housing & meals
• Bonuses available
• Access to camp amenities such as waterfront activities, climbing courses, hiking trails, and mountain bikes during off-hours.
• Built-in professional development through leadership training, certifications, and hands-on youth mentorship experience.
• Opportunities to design and test your own creative program ideas — your imagination sets the limit!
• Networking and mentorship within a passionate nonprofit community.
• Resume-boosting experience in logistics, staff leadership, and experiential education.
• Living in a beautiful natural setting all summer — better than any office view!
• Free camp merch and discounts.
• Staff appreciation events and end-of-summer celebrations.
• Room to grow into year-round or leadership positions in future seasons.