Overnight Camp Counselor - Lead Cabin & Mentor Youth

Austin Sunshine Camps; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lodging and meals

Paid staff training

Professional growth/ internship credit

Impactful community work

Job summary

Austin Sunshine Camps (ASC) in Austin, TX seeks Camp Mentors to support camper well-being, lead daily activities, and foster a positive cabin culture. Staff live on-site during immersive sessions and receive structured training and ongoing support.

Roles include relationship building, emotional support, trauma-informed care, and empowerment, with responsibilities spanning activity facilitation, cabin planning, daily operations, supervision, safety, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma or GED.
• A genuine passion for empowering youth and creating a positive impact on the Austin community.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Relationship Building: Foster a culture of caring and belonging within your cabin.
• Emotional Support: Help campers build emotional regulation skills and resolve conflicts using restorative practices.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Support campers in processing difficulties and developing resilience.
• Empowerment: Provide campers with intentional freedom and choices to build their confidence.
• Activity Facilitation: Lead or support daily activities, programs, and large-scale camp events.
• Cabin Planning: Create and implement engaging downtime activities and bedtime routines.
• Daily Operations: Follow assigned schedules and manage cabin logistics, including camper mail.
• Active Supervision: Maintain constant supervision of campers in all areas, including overnight.
• Accountability: Conduct routine headcounts and maintain an accurate camper roster.
• Health & Safety: Adhere to ASC policies, health department regulations, and American Camp Association standards.
• Reporting: Complete behavior and incident reports as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Austin Sunshine Camps (ASC) in Austin, TX seeks Camp Mentors to support camper well-being, lead daily activities, and foster a positive cabin culture. Staff live on-site during immersive sessions and receive structured training and ongoing support.

Roles include relationship building, emotional support, trauma-informed care, and empowerment, with responsibilities spanning activity facilitation, cabin planning, daily operations, supervision, safety, and reporting.