Summer Adventure Program Staff

Camp For All; Texas; On-site; USD 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Camp For All seeks Summer Adventure Program Staff to lead inclusive camp activities and support campers with special needs. The role includes training in lifeguard and high ropes, safety responsibilities, and delivering a high-quality, barrier-free experience to all participants.

Location at two Texas facilities, with a May start and August end; compensation starts at $350 per week with add-ons for certifications and training, plus shared housing and meals during on-site programs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles.
• Desire to work with the special needs population.
• Willingness to participate in lifeguard and high ropes trainings.
• CPR/First Aid training is required or obtained during training.

Responsibilities

• Obtain lifeguard and/or high ropes training before camp or during staff training.
• Participate in lifeguard and high ropes in-service trainings.
• Participate in staff orientation and training.
• Obtain First Aid & CPR training.
• Assist in planning and adapting activities to campers’ needs.
• Ensure safety standards are followed and report any safety incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Volunteer work

Teamwork

Communication

Desire to work with special needs

Education

Internship credits available

Tools

Lifeguard certification

First Aid & CPR training

High ropes training

Job description

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Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. We achieve this by intentionally delivering unique, truly barrier-free experiences throughout the year. Camp For All collaborates with more than 65 nonprofit organizations to enable nearly 9,000 campers and their families to discover life each year. Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities, and innovative programming.

Camp For All is offering bonus opportunities for Summer Program Staff who commit early or encourage friends to join the Camp For All team for summer 2027! Please see below the bonuses being offered.

• Early Commitment Bonus - Accept and sign your offer letter by December 31, 2026 and receive a $100 Early Commitment Bonus as a thank you for committing early to the 2027 summer season.


• Bring Your Friends Bonus - Summer is better with friends! Apply with friends and reference your friends in your application. If you and your friends meet the eligibility requirements, you’ll each receive a $100 Friends Bonus.

Candidates may qualify for both bonus opportunities. If you meet the eligibility requirements for each bonus, you will receive both the Early Commitment Bonus and the Friends Bonus upon successful completion of the two-week summer training program.

Job Description

Camp For All Adventure Program Staff carry out the Camp For All mission by encouraging campers to try new things, think outside of the box, and offer them a sense of freedom. The Summer 2027 season begins with an in-depth training to equip Adventure Program Staff to facilitate traditional camp activities in an inclusive, barrier-free way. Activities include climbing, zip line, giant swing, horseback riding, barnyard/nature, target sports, photography, epic evening programs and aquatics. From May 2026 to August 2026 the Adventure Program Staff holds the primary responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of activities and programs. They are expected to help create and maintain a professional environment where the Camp For All mission is carried out through high-quality programs.

List of Essential Duties

• Obtains or successfully completes required lifeguard and/or high ropes training (before camp or during staff training)


• Participates fully in lifeguard and/or high ropes in-service trainings throughout the summer season


• Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs


• Obtains required First Aid & CPR training


• Exhibits the ability to manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting the activity to the camper’s needs


• Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas


• Demonstrates the desire to learn, understand and adapt to the needs of the individual camper


• Follows all safety standards set by Camp For All and the Program Manager in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association


• Immediately corrects any safety infractions and/or reports such to supervisor


• Displays the ability and desire to work as a team with other members of the program department as well as other Camp For All staff


• Manages free time in a responsible manner to be fully prepared for each Partner group


• Follows a variety of instructions, procedure manuals and safety rules


• Maintains flexible work schedule with the ability to work extended hours as needed

Location

Camp For All operates two facilities in Burton and Chappell Hill, Texas. The Summer Program Staff position is based at both locations. Your location placement will be determined in April 2027, following the extension and acceptance of an offer.

Start Date

May 10, 2027

End Date

August 7, 2027

Reports to

The Program Staff report directly to the Program Manager.

Employment Type

This is a seasonal, non-exempt role.

Pay starts at $350 per week worked, including staff training. Additional compensation of $15 per week is available for staff who obtain a lifeguard certification and an additional $15 per week for staff that complete the high ropes training. Shared housing is provided and maintained by Camp For All. Meals are included when groups are on site.

Educational Credits

Internship credit or hours are available for many degree programs including but not limited to: Child Life Specialist, Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, PRTM, and Youth Leadership & Development. Contact the Program Manager to see if we are able to support your internship requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles


• Desire to work with the special needs population

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move equipment and/or objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, or more than 50 pounds occasionally


• Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift


• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions


• Must be able to communicate effectively with campers, staff and volunteers to ensure immediate response to safety issues


• Must be able to travel between activity areas across camp property in a timely manner sufficient to maintain supervision and safety coverage of assigned activities, with or without reasonable accommodation


• Must be able to live independently and self-sufficiently in the provided housing


• Must be able to climb up to 70 feet using a rock wall surface and/or staple climb and be comfortable working at height