Description

Overnight Camp Counselor at Camp Augusta!

Location: Northern California (onsite housing provided)
Position Type: Full-time, seasonal
Pay & Dates: From $5000 for May 12th-August 8th (required dates)
Optional shoulder work available April 1st-September 20th.
Benefits: Fresh organic food, housing, utilities, training, and numerous perks!

Ready to lead by example, grow as a leader, and create unforgettable memories this summer? Camp Augusta is hiring Residential Summer Camp Counselors for an overnight, live-in summer camp in Northern California. This is a full-time seasonal role with housing, food, utilities, training, and certifications included.

This position is ideal for education majors, psychology majors, child development students, gap-year students, and aspiring teachers, therapists, and youth workers who want deep, hands-on experience in experiential education and youth development — and who may want to return for future summers.

We run nine weeks of camp serving 100 campers ages 8–16, supported by a 75-person co-ed staff community that values growth, challenge, play, and meaningful connections.

What You’ll Get In a Summer at Camp Augusta

• 75+ hours of training in your choice of clinics from 140+ options, including circus arts (like aerial silks and yoga), high ropes course, intensive arts (like jewelry smithing), plant and animal farm, outdoor kitchen skills, and music. Take on new skills / hobbies! Learn more here: Summer Activities
• $5,000 salary, with all food and living expenses covered; walk away having saved a summer’s worth of spending money. No rent. No utilities.
• Unforgettable memories with a community of 75 lifelong friends from around the world (~35% international) you can visit and stay connected with.
  Summer in California! Many staff spend time on days off and post-camp exploring the area (Reno and Lake Tahoe are 1.5 hours drive)
• 400+ hours of paid staff training - the equivalent of 2 accredited courses in education / psychology (the curriculums were run / accredited at a University). - a $10,000+ value
• 3+ Certifications in first aid, CPR, and lifeguarding (optional) - ~$400 value, included
• Numerous opportunities for leadership advancement - if desired, receive training in the summer for a program director role the following summer (various domains)
• Paid Internship Opportunities - We can connect most of our positions with internship credit at most universities and colleges, depending on your major. Summer Internships
  Overall, you will get a truly impactful summer of personal and professional growth. Staff routinely comment that Camp Augusta changed their life - from their relationships (outside of camp too) to their career competence to their sense of self. Staff in education and psychology offer that their training at camp augmented and exceeded their training in school.

What You’ll Learn & Practice

• Nonviolent Communication & conflict resolution
• Emotional intelligence & humanistic behavior management
• Flat hierarchy & sociocratic decision-making
• Group facilitation and experiential education
• Supporting children through meaningful emotional experiences
• 9 weeks of closely supported, real-world application

What You’ll Do as a Camp Counselor

After extensive training, you’ll live onsite and support a cabin of five campers, guiding them throughout their session.

A typical day includes:

• Leading playful, themed and wacky Special Wake-Ups
• Teaching clinics you choose from 150+ options
• Designing a daily Cabin Activity
• Participating in immersive Evening Programs
• Facilitating childlike play during “Playstation”
• Ending each day with Evening Embers — reflection and connection
• Creating heartfelt gifts for campers and letters for parents

Learn more about the counselor role and schedule here: Counselor Job Page

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking passionate, energetic, and committed male role models who are:

• Dedicated to compassionately empowering youth: You'll guide and counsel five campers at a time, fostering their growth in social, emotional, and leadership skills while modeling positive character traits.
• Emotionally and physically resilient: Working long hours (7:00 AM to 10:00 PM) for nine weeks, this role requires your full engagement in a dynamic camp environment, offering rewarding challenges that help you develop resilience, leadership, and adaptability.
• Creative and playful: Whether you're building magical worlds with your campers or coming up with exciting new activities, you thrive in a dynamic, fun, and imaginative environment.
• Community-oriented: Build lifelong friendships within a team that feels more like a family, sharing experiences that push you to grow together.

NEXT STEPS:

Step 1 - Explore our Counselor page for a ‘day in the life’ and more information about the role. Counselor Job Page
Step 2 - Take 5 minutes to fill out our interest form on our site: Staff Interest Form
Step 3 - A member of our hiring team will reach out to you within 24 hours to schedule an intro chat and talk about camp and the application process
Why This Role Is a Great Fit

About Camp Augusta:

Camp Augusta is a 90-acre, solar-powered nonprofit residential summer camp nestled in Northern California. We take 100 campers aged 8-16 at a time in cabins of 5. Our mission is to create a transformative and inclusive space where campers and staff alike can grow, explore, and experience the magic of the outdoors. We’re committed to fostering a culture of curiosity, empathy, and acceptance where everyone is celebrated for their unique identity.

Read our full Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Statement: Diversity at Augusta

Any Questions?

Send us a message on Indeed or email applications@campaugusta.org if you have any questions!

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• At least 19 years of age by June 1, 2026
• Availability for at least May 12 – August 8 (please inquire if within a few days)
• Completion of 5–8 hours/week of pre-camp onboarding prior to arrival (Equivalent to a free university-level course in facilitation & communication)
• Experience working with children or youth: At least 3 months in a comparable setting with kids, or 100+ hours of youth mentorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background or interest in education, psychology, counseling, social work, or child development
• A wide range of hobbies, passions, or skills you’re excited to share
• Interest in returning for future summers and leadership growth