Residential Summer Camp Counselor

Make a Difference This Summer Georgia Lions Camp is seeking energetic, compassionate, and dependable individuals to join our Summer Camp Staff as Camp Counselors. Georgia Lions Camp provides residential camp experiences for children, teens, and adults who are blind or visually impaired. Our programs focus on recreation, independence, confidence-building, friendship, and inclusion in a fun and supportive environment. As a Camp Counselor, you will help create meaningful experiences while serving as a mentor, leader, and positive role model for campers throughout the summer. Position Summary Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising and supporting campers throughout all aspects of camp life, including activities, meals, cabin time, evening programs, and daily routines. Counselors help maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment while encouraging camper independence, participation, and personal growth. This is a residential summer camp position requiring staff to live on-site during training and camp sessions. Responsibilities Supervise and engage campers throughout daily camp activities and routines Encourage camper participation, independence, and positive social interaction Assist with recreational activities, outdoor programs, sports, arts and crafts, and special events Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful camp environment Support campers with varying levels of independence and adaptive needs Work collaboratively with fellow counselors and camp leadership Follow all camp policies, procedures, and safety standards QualificationsRequired Must be at least 18 years old Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced residential camp environment Ability to maintain professionalism and appropriate boundaries Ability to live on-site during camp operations Ability to complete required background screening and staff training Preferred Experience in camps, recreation, education, caregiving, or disability services Experience working with individuals living with a visual impairment or disabilitie CPR and First Aid certification Leadership experience in team activities, student organizations, athletics, or recreation What We Offer Housing and meals provided during required residential periods Hands-on experience in adaptive recreation and disability services A supportive, mission-driven team environment Opportunities to build lifelong friendships and make a meaningful impact

Summer Schedule Staff Training:

June 6•16, 2026

Camp Sessions:

June 17•July 19, 2026

Camp Cleanup:

July 20•21, 2026 Apply Today If you are looking for a meaningful summer experience where you can grow personally and professionally while making a difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply. Apply here : https://form.jotform.com/250655266621154

Pay:

$300.00 per week Application Question(s): Are you at least 18 years old by June 2026? This is a residential camp position that requires living on-site during training and camp sessions. Are you able to commit to this requirement? Please describe any experience you have working with children, teens, adults, camps, recreation programs, schools, caregiving environments, or individuals with disabilities. Why are you interested in working as a counselor at Georgia Lions Camp? This position requires long, active days outdoors while supervising campers and participating in activities. Please describe your ability to work in this type of environment. Are you able to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to employment?

Work Location:

In person