Summer Camp Counselor

John Knox Center; Ten Mile (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community at a summer camp nestled in the scenic foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains! This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and inspire young campers while enjoying the great outdoors. As a counselor, you'll be responsible for supervising activities like canoeing, crafts, and high ropes, all while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With housing and meals provided, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact during the summer. If you're ready for an adventure filled with fun, faith, and friendship, apply now and become part of a life-changing experience!

Benefits

Housing

Daily Meals

Outdoor Activities

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have completed high school.
• Desire to be outdoors and make lifelong impacts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise campers and lead program activities.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for campers.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Outdoor Activities

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Join a team of fun lovers at John Knox Center for a summer full of making impacts, friends, and memories! Our beautiful campus is located about an hour southwest of Knoxville, Tennessee, on Watts Bar Lake, offering a full week of fun followed by weekends in town. We seek energetic individuals who can live with campers, serve as role models and mentors, and supervise activities. Counselors will assist in leading program activities based on their expertise, such as canoeing, crafts, high ropes, or the nature center (training provided!). If you're ready for an adventure that combines faith, fun, and leadership, apply now and be part of something life-changing! Counselors will receive housing, daily meals during camp sessions, and a starting pay of $300 per week, with bonuses available for additional training and certifications. While passing the lifeguard test, artistic talents, or musical skills are not required, they are a plus! Apply now on our website!

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have completed high school, and have a desire to be outdoors making lifelong impacts!

Who we are: John Knox Center, established in 1960, is a summer camp and Christian retreat that has expanded to include retreats for various groups beyond Presbyterian congregations. We also operate the River Ridge Environmental Education Program, hosting 1,500-2,000 participants annually. Summer camp remains our core ministry, welcoming around 200 campers and 15 staff from around the world, fostering a close-knit Christian community. We are a ministry of the Presbytery of East Tennessee (PCUSA) and embrace diversity, supporting individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and identities.

Location: Situated on 140 acres in Ten Mile, TN, our camp features amenities like swimming, canoeing, kayaking, a ropes course, archery, and hiking trails. Located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, with 3.9 miles of shoreline on Watts Bar Lake, we are close to Knoxville, Nashville, Asheville, and Atlanta, and 15 minutes from Kingston, TN.