Adventure Camp Counselor: Summer 2026, $13.25+/Hour

Adventure Camp Staff Expectations

Adventure Camp staff are more than camper supervisors-they're mentors, role models, and inclusive leaders. Every team member helps create a community where each camper's story is worth knowing, where they feel supported, and where they're encouraged to explore with confidence and curiosity. Staff set the tone for belonging by modeling kindness, creativity, and steady leadership-whether guiding high-energy adventures, facilitating quiet reflection, or leading group discussions.

Working at Adventure Camp means joining a collaborative, joyful team where your story matters too. Each day offers opportunities to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of campers and fellow staff.

Principal Function: The Adventure Camp Counselor works as part of a team to provide a safe, engaging, and educational experience for campers ages 5-13. Guided by the Adventure Camp Belonging Framework, counselors serve as positive role models, fostering a sense of connection and inclusion while leading campers through activities such as swimming, canoeing, archery, hiking, biking, and process art. Counselors help create a supportive and enriching environment where every camper feels seen, valued, and empowered to explore, learn, and grow.

• Adventure Camp Counselor, 40hrs/week, May 18-Aug 2, $13.25+/hr

Schedule and Hours:

• Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Pre-season staff training: May 18-22, 2026
• Camp dates: May 26-August 4, 2026.
• Camp Clean-up day: Sunday, August 2, 2026
• Position requires attendance during staff training week and availability for at least eight of the ten weeks of camp.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead daily camp activities while creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all campers.
• Support campers' varied needs by collaborating with the Inclusion Specialist and following ADA guidelines.
• Facilitate activities such as nature exploration, process art, group reflection, creative play, and Learning Garden experiences.
• Actively supervise campers at all times and respond appropriately to medical, behavioral, or emergency situations.
• Maintain accurate attendance and ensure consistent check-in and check-out procedures.
• Communicate professionally with parents/guardians and collaborate positively with fellow staff.
• Model kindness, curiosity, and inclusive leadership in all interactions.
• Maintain camp equipment, supplies, and activity spaces and report needs to the Camp Manager.
• Participate in pre-season training and assist with end-of-season clean-up.

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma; completion of at least one semester of college is preferred.
• Experience working with children is required; prior experience in a camp, school, or youth program is strongly preferred.
• Must be adaptable and open to new experiences.
• Must maintain high professional standards in alignment with Conner Prairie's mission.
• Must demonstrate a fun, friendly, and patient personality.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to build relationships with and mentor children effectively.
• Ability to safely swim in pond water while wearing a life vest.
• Ability to paddle a canoe on the river and pond safely and confidently.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.