College-age adults or those who have completed college – 2025 applications open January 6!
At Outpost Summer Camps, Senior Counselors lead their groups in the daily activities. With a sense of adventure and boundless enthusiasm, these counselors inspire the memories campers treasure for a lifetime. Group counselors are sensitive to campers needs and are excellent decision makers, are open to feedback and guidance from their directors and come to work each day with a smile!
Minimum requirement: At least 18 years of age; Preferred: Completion of 1 year of college or the equivalent
Schedule: 9-week full-time contract June 7 to August 8.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30. Staff meetings every other Wednesday 5:30-7:00.
Pay: $17.25/hour, $25.875/hour overtime; (Senior Counselor re-hires are eligible for a pay rate increase.)
Our camp programs run from June 16 to August 8, 2025. There is a mandatory, intensive one-week training beginning Saturday, June 7, 2024. In addition, all Senior Counselors are required to complete their First Aid and CPR certification prior to the first day of camp. Outpost offers a course for staff to complete this requirement during training week. Staff who are unable to attend CPR/First Aid during training week must get it on their own prior to camp starting. Please consult with us first to make sure you get the correct certification titled “Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR (with AED).”
Apply for a Senior Counselor Position
Apply using the link below. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered, so be prepared to submit a fully completed application. In addition to your basic contact information, you will need to provide a detailed employment history, three references, and fill out a few essay answers. Most applicants complete the process in about 20-30 minutes. One of our camp directors will contact you either by phone or email within one week of receipt of a completed, successful submission.
If you have any questions about this process, contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!