CYO Camp Program Staff is comprised of faith-filled individuals with a desire to share outdoor programming in a faith filled environment. We are looking for individuals who are willing to work hard and make memories for our camp family.
Program Staff coordinate and facilitate Outdoor Education, Retreats, Family Camps, Community programs and Leadership programs. This experience includes living in community while working together to create and implement faith based programs and retreats.
Do you see yourself as a match for a Program Staff position?
If YES, we invite you to apply below. Please note that start dates are negotiable.
Top things to know about working at CYO Camp as Program Staff: 1. We pay $500 per week. 2. If you work the entire school year, you are eligible for benefits which include health insurance. 3. Housing is provided and you eat free when groups are in camp.
REFERENCES: New staff applicants are required to provide 2 references. List names and contact information on your application. Please list teachers, past or present employers or a member of the clergy. A reference link will be sent to those listed. References completed by co-workers, family members or friends will not be considered and will delay the application process.
One position: Camp Staff. Two roles: 1. Spring or Fall Program Staff. 2. Summer General Staff Staff who are hired to work May-July or May-September will experience different roles. Hired as camp staff they will fulfill the role of
Spring Program Staff (May: start date negotiable) and/or Fall Program Staff (August & September)
Summer General Staff in June and July.
Spring/Fall Program Staff are responsible for performing the duties of program facilitation for visiting groups in the following programs: outdoor education (history & science), leadership & community building, guest rental groups and CYO retreats. Other camp life/community responsibilities are also functions of the Program Staff. Working hours are 40 plus hours per week, with varying schedules. Program Staff will typically receive 2 days off for every 5 days worked. These 2 days may not be Saturday and Sunday as Program Staff work many weekends. In addition, the days may not be consecutive.
Summer General Staff will hold one of the following each week:
Group Counselor Live with, play, with and supervise 7-10 campers of all abilities. Lead activity areas as needed.
Area Counselor: Lead assigned activity areas. fire building, archery, drama, waterfront/pool, horseback riding, challenge course. camouflage, creek stomping, sports, games, art, handicrafts, drama, outdoor discovery. Some areas require additional training which is offered prior to camp
Group Floater: provide daily time off for group counselors
Inclusive Counselor or Inclusive Floater: provide one to one or part time support for campers who have disabilities. Additional training required and provided.
Summer Camp sessions run Sunday-Friday for 8 weeks in June and July. Summer staff work from Sunday-Friday; daily time off is provided. Weekend time off begins at 4pm on Friday and ends at 9:30am on Sunday. Click DATES for summer camp dates.