Summer Adventure Program Staff

Camp for All • Burton, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Camp For All Adventure Program Staff carry out the organization’s mission by encouraging campers to try new things, think creatively, and experience a sense of freedom. The Summer 2027 season begins with in-depth training to prepare staff to facilitate traditional camp activities in an inclusive, barrier-free way. Activities include climbing, zip line, giant swing, horseback riding, barnyard and nature activities, target sports, photography, evening programs, and aquatics.

From May through August, Adventure Program Staff are primarily responsible for implementing and maintaining activities and programs, and for helping create and maintain a professional environment where Camp For All’s mission is delivered through high-quality programming. The position is seasonal and based at Camp For All’s facilities in Burton and Chappell Hill, Texas; placement is determined in April 2027 after an offer is accepted. The role reports directly to the Program Manager.

Pay starts at $350 per week worked, including staff training. Staff who obtain lifeguard certification can receive an additional $15 per week, and those who complete high ropes training can receive an additional $15 per week. Shared housing is provided and maintained by Camp For All, and meals are included when groups are on site. Internship credit or hours may be available for certain degree programs.

The role runs from May 10, 2027, through August 7, 2027. Staff must be able to meet the physical and swimming requirements described in the posting, including working at height, moving equipment, and passing the American Red Cross Shallow Water Lifeguard course.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles.
• Desire to work with the special needs population.
• Ability to move equipment or objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, or more than 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position during a shift.
• Comfort working in all weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with campers, staff, and volunteers to support immediate responses to safety issues.
• Ability to travel between activity areas across camp property in a timely manner to maintain supervision and safety coverage, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to live independently and self-sufficiently in provided housing.
• Ability to climb up to 70 feet using a rock wall surface and/or staple climb and comfort working at height.
• Ability to perform swimming skills required to pass the American Red Cross Shallow Water Lifeguard course, including distance swimming, searching underwater without goggles, treading water, and swimming with a weight of at least 10 pounds.
• Obtain required First Aid and CPR training.
• Obtain or successfully complete required lifeguard and/or high ropes training.

Responsibilities

• Obtain or successfully complete required lifeguard and/or high ropes training before camp or during staff training.
• Participate fully in lifeguard and/or high ropes in-service trainings throughout the summer season.
• Participate in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs.
• Obtain required First Aid and CPR training.
• Manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting it to campers’ needs.
• Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas.
• Learn, understand, and adapt to the needs of individual campers.
• Follow safety standards set by Camp For All and the Program Manager in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association requirements.
• Immediately correct safety infractions or report them to a supervisor.
• Work as a team with program department members and other Camp For All staff.
• Manage free time responsibly to be fully prepared for each Partner group.
• Follow instructions, procedure manuals, and safety rules.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule and work extended hours as needed.

Benefits

• Pay starts at $350 per week worked, including staff training.
• Additional $15 per week for obtaining lifeguard certification.
• Additional $15 per week for completing high ropes training.
• Shared housing provided and maintained by Camp For All.
• Meals included when groups are on site.
• Internship credit or hours may be available for many degree programs.
• Potential $100 Early Commitment Bonus for accepting and signing an offer by December 31, 2026, subject to eligibility and successful completion of the two-week summer training program.
• Potential $100 Friends Bonus for eligible staff who apply with friends, subject to eligibility and successful completion of the two-week summer training program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED