APPLY HERE: https://www.campolympia.com/be-a-counselor/?utm_source=ULoop&utm_medium=Job_Listing&utm_campaign=Counselors_2023 At Camp Olympia, we hire only the best counselors to make each summer the best experience for the campers. Our staff is what sets us apart from other camps in the country along withour pristine facilities or top-notch activities. The role of a summer counselor is to guide, mentor, and have fun with each camper during their stay. Are you ready to have the best summer of your life? We provide flexible work options for our staff. We have 4 main sessions throughout the summer and encourage counselors to work at least two - you can mix and match, or you can stay all summer long! Our counselors live at camp 7 days a week for the duration of your contracted terms. Term 1: May 29 - June 11(2 weeks) Term 2: June 12 - July 2 (3 weeks) Term 3: July 3 - July 23 (3 weeks) Term 4: July 24 - August 6 (2 weeks) QUALIFICATIONS Counselors must be at least 18 years of age. Supervise children 24/7 in an outdoor environment. Counselors must have the stamina to lead activities over an extended period of time. Maintain a positive attitude and foster a positive and safe environment. Maintain written record of cabin campers Teach or assist up to 10 40-minute activity periods Work effectively in the East Texas summer environment Stay calm in an emergency and follow correct procedures Exemplify the Olympia values and set a positive example for the campers Travel 5-8 miles daily over natural terrain while supervising campers carry out special assignments during the heat of the day Maintain the Olympia values year-round in all areas of life (school, social media, at home) A TYPICAL DAY 7:45 - Wake up 8:00 - Breakfast 9:15 - COLOCO (counselor challenges, lip sync battles, etc.) 9:30 - Coach your team in Spartan/Athenian competition 10:30 - Activity 1 (MWF only) or Breakout (free time for campers on Tuesday/Thursday) 11:10 - Activity 2 (MWF only) or continue Breakout 12:00 - Radio Show 12:30 - Lunch 2:45 - Snack Attack 3:00 - Activity 3 3:45 - Activity 4 4:30 - Activity 5 5:15 - Activity 6 6:15 - Dinner 7:30 - Nightly Program 9:30 - Back to cabins to shower 10:30 - Lights out Job Types: Part-time, Temporary Salary: $215.00 per week Work Location: One location