Denver Summer Day Camp Staff  

Our team shows up ready to engage with positive energy and enthusiasm, creating a fun, inclusive, and memorable camp experience where kids can grow, explore, and have fun.

 If you’re looking to join our team, here’s what we’re looking for:

 

• A commitment to camper engagement, safety, and wellbeing.

• Positive energy, clear communication, and a respectful approach with campers, parents, and co-workers

• Leadership skills and the ability to guide a group of campers through daily routines and activities

• Flexibility, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills as schedules, activities, and camper needs shift

• Organizational skills and and dependable follow-through to help keep daily activities and camp flow running smoothly

 

Education & Experience

• High School Education Required.

• Experience working with children or youth is preferred.   

• Comfortable using camp technology and digital tools to support daily operations.

• Bus Driving Certification is a real plus.

 

Summer Day Camp General Information

• Our Summer Day camp runs from June 2nd through July 28th for 7 1/2 weeks.

• Camp is closed the week of July 6th -10th to celebrate the Fourth of July.

• Full-time availability is preferred, though part-time opportunities are also available.

• Staff members are required to participate in several pre-season commitments

 

Available Positions

•  Junior Camp Counselor
  Part Time or Full Time Hours
  Assists in leading a group of campers through daily activities. Creates a positive, supportive environment while helping the day run smoothly and safely. Junior Camp Counselors are onsite only.  Reports directly to Lead Camp Counselor. 

•  Camp Counselor
  Preferably Full Time Hours
  Leads a group of campers through daily activities and field trips. Creates a positive, supportive environment while helping the day run smoothly and safely.  Reports directly to Lead Camp Counselor.

•  Lead Camp Counselor
  Preferably Full Time Hours
  Guides campers during activities and trips.  Manages behavior, and helps keep schedules organized and fun.  Supports and guides co-counselor.  Reports directly to the Group Activity Coordinator.

•   Camp Counselor Opener or Closer
  Part-time morning or afternoon hours, or a split-shift option like opening and closing.
  Supports camp operations by assisting with morning opening routines and/or end-of-day closing procedures, helping ensure a smooth start and finish to each camp day. This is an excellent part-time position, with options to work an opening shift, a closing shift, or a split open/close shift.

•   Closing Coordinator (One position available)
  Part time afternoon hours, possibility of split shift morning/afternoon for more hours
  Leads the closing staff and campers onsite from 2 pm to 6:30 pm. Helps keep camp running smoothly by supporting counselors, guiding groups, and making sure closing procedures run smoothly.  Reports directly to the Summer Program Director.

• ?? Camp Visual Storyteller

  Part Time to Full Time Hours

  Looking for someone who loves capturing moments, connecting with campers, and being present in the program. This role is responsible for capturing photo and video content, managing and updating camp media, and creating and posting engaging social media content that highlights the camp experience.

•   Bus Driver Licensure
  Counselors who hold the required bus licensure help transport campers and staff to and from camp on scheduled field trips. They create a calm, positive environment while maintaining full attention to safety and transportation procedures. Reports directly to Camp Leadership.