What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal) position at Camp Pinnacle Bible Camp & Retreat Center?
Camp Pinnacle Bible Camp & Retreat Center is HIRING for Summer Camp 2025!
(June – August)
Camp Pinnacle is an 880-acre Christian summer camp & retreat center located at the top of the scenic Helderberg Mountains, overlooking the Capital District of New York State with a mission to reach people with the love of Jesus Christ. Summer staff will live at camp through the summer season June 22 thru August 16, 2025.
We are looking for exceptional high schoolers, college students, young adults, and teachers who love the Lord, have a desire to serve, and are passionate about reaching youth for Christ. Camp Pinnacle exists “to help people walk in God’s paths.” Our summer camp inspires children and teens through engaging worship, gospel-centered teaching, community-building in small-group Bible studies, and AWESOME fun activities. Time spent on the Camp Pinnacle summer staff is guaranteed to be an unforgettable life-changing experience!
Staff Training Week (required) runs from June 22 – August 16 and will include many invaluable opportunities to grow your skillset and equip you with certifications and knowledge to use in any work force.
For Example:
- CPR and First Aid certification opportunities
- Billy Graham Evangelism Training & Practice session
- Workshop on building leadership skills
- Workshop on growing resume development skills
- Workshop on working with special needs children and managing early childhood developmental setbacks
& SO MUCH MORE
Summer Counseling Staff
Our ministry to the campers is carried out through Camp Counselors. They live with campers, lead activity classes, teach Bible lessons, and share experiences to build relationships. Camper ages range from 7-15, and cabin groups are organized by age-group.
Position Requirements:
- 17 years or older
- Have a personal relationship with Jesus as his/her Lord and Savior
- Agree and adhere to our Statement of Faith and our Code of Conduct
- Escort and oversee children
- Educate campers through games and explorations
- Set up and maintain equipment (like camping sets)
- Resolve occasional fights between children and address behavioral issues
- Make sure all safety rules are followed
- Familiarity with camping and various outdoor activities
- Be patient and reliable
- Be organized and exhibit good communication skills
- Have a love for working with children
- Have an energetic and positive personality
Additional Information:
- Most staff should be able to lift up to 30 lbs. and occasionally reach higher places and bend to lower places.
- We are a Christian camp and have a standard of faith for the individuals we employ.
- Counseling Staff will be expected to have general understanding of the Gospel as presented in scripture. We will have opportunities to present competency of this information before hired for the position.
This is an awesome opportunity for an individual who is looking for experience working with children and to create life-long friendships within a Christian ministry atmosphere.
APPLY ONLINE TODAY & VIEW MORE AVAILABLE POSITIONS
at https://www.camppinnacle.org/summer-staff
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $350.00 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Lifeguard Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Voorheesville, NY 12186: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $350
