Summer Counselor Training
Are you looking for a truly transformative and fulfilling experience this summer?
Joining the team of counselors at Camas Meadows Bible Camp might just be the life-changing opportunity you've been seeking.
As a counselor, you'll have the chance to impact the lives of young campers in a profound way. You'll have the opportunity to mentor, encourage, and guide them as they navigate through various challenges and experiences.
This role offers a unique platform to inspire and be inspired, as you build meaningful relationships and make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Beyond the rewarding experience of helping young individuals grow and flourish, being a counselor at our camp provides ample opportunities for personal growth and development.
You'll gain valuable leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that will serve you well in your future endeavors. Additionally, you'll have the chance to form close bonds with fellow counselors and create lifelong friendships.
Apply now and seize this opportunity to be part of something truly extraordinary.
FAQs
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Camas Counselors are responsible for connecting and caring for their campers (ages 9-14) and showing them God’s love through outdoor activities, cabin discussion, night games and shared experiences.
An example of a daily routine might look like:
7am | wake up & attend staff meeting
8am | wake up your campers9am | eat breakfast
10am | lead a devotional with your cabin
11am | attend morning chapel
1pm | eat lunch
2pm | enjoy cabin time / rest
3pm | have snack & lead outdoor activity
6pm | eat dinner
7pm | attend evening worship & chapel
9pm | lead cabin discussion
10pm | have snack & night game
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Camp Counselors must be turning 15 the summer they serve, unless given special permission from the camp director.
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You must apply to be a camp counselor and provide relevant information about your background, faith and experience.
All counselors must pass a background and reference check.
All counselors must attend Staff Training.
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Camas Counselors are a volunteer team with the option to fund raise for each week they serve at camp.
Each week is equivalent to a short term mission trip and we highly encourage counselors to raise awareness for what they are doing and funds for any lost wages.
We have resources and tools to help you fund raise.
This can be your summer “job” if you are willing to raise funding and we’re happy to help!
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During Staff Training you’ll learn a variety of essential skills for childcare, leadership and ministry.
You’ll have classes on CPR, emergency preparedness, paintball safety, team building, leading discussion, sharing the gospel and so much more!
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You are required to attend Staff Training and a minimum of 1 week of counseling during the summer.
We recommend counseling at least 2 weeks to have the biggest impact and opportunity to build relationships, in addition to attending a camp as a camper.
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No. Counselors are needed Monday through Saturday of the camp they are serving at. You are welcome to serve on our support team for partial weeks.
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You should receive a response within 2-4 weeks of applying whether you have been accepted.
It takes a few weeks to run your background check and contact your references.
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Yes! If you’re not interested in being a counselor this summer we have a variety of support roles available.
Learn more about what support staff does here and how you can apply.
2024 Counselor Opportunities
Summer Staff Training
Required training for summer staff.
Dates: June 17-22, 2024
Cost: $150 staff fee (not due until staff training)
includes staff shirt and lodging & food for every week you serve. Scholarships are available.
Opportunities to Counsel
June 24-29 | Junior A Camp
entering grades 4-6 / ages 9-12
July 8-13 | Middle School 1 Camp
entering grades 6-8 / ages 12-14
July 15-20 | Junior B Camp
entering grades 4-6 / ages 9-12
July 29-August 3 | Middle School 2 Camp
entering grades 6-8 / ages 12-14
August 5-10 | Sr. High Teen Camp*
*Must be 18 or older to counsel*
entering grades 9-12 / ages 14-18
What You Need to Know
At the center of this ministry is a team of volunteers. Crazy, compassionate, and Christ-focused people known as the Camas Meadows Summer Staff.
The staff of CMBC is both a team and a family who are committed to sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with young people in a fun and sincere way.
They are an important part of fulfilling our goal to share the love and truth of Jesus through caring relationships, biblical teaching, and shared experiences.
Since counselors have an enormous impact on the lives of the children who come to summer camp we must ensure that the individuals selected are prepared for the spiritual, physical, and emotional responsibilities of counseling. The following is an overview of this ministry so you can see if this is a good fit for you.
Camas Meadows Bible Camp is…
A Christ-Centered Ministry – Our purpose is to know God and make Him known to the campers He brings us. It is essential, therefore, that our staff have a solid, growing relationship with God through Jesus Christ, and a desire to share His love and truth with others.
A Relational Ministry – Following Jesus means loving one another. We want to build healthy relationships – with campers, with other staff, and with God. These relationships are the most important part of camp and will be what campers remember most.
A Ministry Team – Running a summer camp requires a lot of people in many different positions to be in constant interaction. A unified ministry team is essential for a successful summer camp.
A Servant Ministry – Servant leadership is the example left by Jesus for us to follow in his footsteps. The humility to serve and put the needs of others before your own is one of the most important qualifications of a counselor.
A Youth Ministry – The camp serves and reaches out to young people ages 9 to 17. A love for and compatibility with children/youth is expected.
An Outdoor Ministry – Much of the camp program involves outdoor recreation and activity. Participation in the outdoors is required and may involve getting wet, dirty, and/or sweaty.
A Volunteer Ministry – We work to keep summer camp affordable enough for families to send their children. This means our staff positions are unpaid and much is asked of you for no earthly compensation.
