Live-In Adventure Camp Counselor

ADP, Inc.; Running Springs (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Pali Mountain is seeking a General Counselor to live in a cabin in Running Springs, CA, and mentor campers across sessions. You will guide mornings, meals, electives, and evenings, fostering energy, safety, and fun. The role emphasizes leadership, care, and creating unforgettable experiences for youth.

Mid-May to Early August, compensation ranges weekly from $340 to $625 based on experience and skills, with a focus on building confidence and teamwork in a mountain camp setting.

Qualifications

• Leads and mentors campers with positive role modeling.
• Demonstrates adaptability and a safe, fun environment.
• Committed to creating memorable camp experiences for kids.

Responsibilities

• Wake your cabin up with energy and intention—get them dressed, ready, and smiling.
• Eat breakfast together before they head to specialty; you go to your specialty too
• Reunite for lunch, refresh at the cabin, then head into afternoon electives
• Lead or co-lead up to 3 electives a day, depending on schedule
• Fuel up at themed dinners, then rally for epic evening adventures
• Help your campers wind down, reflect on their day, and head into sweet dreams
• Repeat with joy, curiosity, and care—every single day
• High Ropes Course Lead- Prior experience with belay equipment
• Water Sports- Lifeguard and or valid CA Boat Driving License
• Fine Arts
• Action Sports

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Child care

Adaptability

Job description

Pali Mountain is seeking a General Counselor to live in a cabin in Running Springs, CA, and mentor campers across sessions. You will guide mornings, meals, electives, and evenings, fostering energy, safety, and fun. The role emphasizes leadership, care, and creating unforgettable experiences for youth.

Mid-May to Early August, compensation ranges weekly from $340 to $625 based on experience and skills, with a focus on building confidence and teamwork in a mountain camp setting.