What is the Junior Counselor Program?
Rising Seniors in High School are eligible to be a part of our Junior Counselor Program.
Junior Counselors, also called JCs, live in and assist a camper cabin under the supervision of their Cabin Counselors, Unit Directors, and JC Unit Leader. Junior Counselors will complete trainings and have hands on experience to help them learn the necessary skills to be a cabin counselor. Junior Counselors are assigned to a three-week overnight session.
Ranch Junior Counselors will live in and assist with a cabin and will also spend a large portion of their day at the barn learning the necessary skills to be a ranch staff member. They are supervised by their cabin counselors, ranch unit director, and JC Unit Leader during their three-week session.
Rising Seniors in high school also have the opportunity to apply for a teen internship. This two-week session gives teens the opportunity to see and work in the behind the scenes part of camp.
All Junior Counselor positions are paid.
What positions are available?
E-team Positions
| Position | Min Age | Description | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Counselor | 16 | Live in and assist with camper cabin and learn the important skills needed to be a successful camp counselor. | $250/week |
| Ranch Junior Counselor | 16 | Live in and assist with a ranch camper cabin and learn the important skills needed to be a successful camp counselor and ranch staff member. | $250/week |
Teen Intern Positions
| Position | Min Age | Description | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teen Intern: Aquatics | 16 | Assists in overseeing pool operations and implementing weekly-inservices. | $250/week |
| Teen Intern: Media | 16 | Assists the media intern in taking and uploading daily camp photos and managing camp's social media pages. | $180-250/week |
| Teen Intern: Office | 16 | Assists the office intern in running the behind the scene work in the office, including answering phones, sorting mail, organizing staff paperwork, etc. | $180-250/week |
What are the Session Dates?
Priority is given to applicants who are able to commit to the entire session. While most applicants just work one session, there is an opportunity to add a second session or individual weeks once you’ve completed a full session. Junior Counselors go home Saturday mornings and come back Sunday afternoons of each session they’re scheduled for.
Junior Counselor Sessions:
| Session | Dates |
|---|---|
| Session A | June 9-29, 2024 |
| Session B | June 30-July 20, 2024 |
| Session C | July 21-August 10, 2024 |
Teen Intern Program Sessions:
| Session | Dates |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 9-22, 2024 |
| Session 2 | June 23-July 6, 2024 |
| Session 3 | July 7-July 20, 2024 |
| Session 4 | July 21-August 3, 2024 |
| Week 9 | August 4-10, 2024 |
What is the application process?
1. Complete An Online Application (Applications open October 1 at 8:00am):
- Log in to an existing account or create a new account using your own email address and select the Junior Counselor (Rising Senior in High School) application.
- While there is not a set due date for applications, candidates can use the following dates as a guide:
- Early Action Decision: Apply and interview by November 15, 2023
- Priority Decision: Apply and interview by January 15, 2024
- Rolling applications accepted based on availability after January 16, 2024
FOR NEW JUNIOR COUNSELOR APPLICANTS:
2. Submit References Through Outmatch:
- If you are selected to continue with the interview process, you will receive an email through Outmatch requesting the names and emails of your references.
- You must submit at least 5 references (2 relatives and 3 non-relatives), but you are allowed to submit more.
- Please inform your selected references that they will be receiving an email from Outmatch
- Outmatch will email your references and the form will be completed electronically.
3. Attend Your Virtual Interview
- Those who are invited to interview will receive an email with the date, time, and link to your interview appointment approximately two weeks from completion of your application and references.
4. Await a Response:
- All applicants will receive an email with a decision according to the following timeline:
- Applicants who apply for early action can expect a response by December 15, 2023.
- Applicants who apply for Priority can expect a response by February 15, 2024.
- Applicants who apply during the Rolling Application period can expect a response two weeks after their completed interview.
FOR RETURNING STAFF JUNIOR COUNSELOR APPLICANTS
2. Check your Email for the Next Steps:
- If you are selected to continue with the interview process, you can expect an email within two weeks of receiving your application with next steps, which may include a virtual interview invitation, requested written response to additional questions, reference checks, etc.
3. Await a Response:
- All applicants will receive an email with a decision according to the following timeline:
- Applicants who apply for early action can expect a response by December 15, 2023.
- Applicants who apply for Priority can expect a response by February 15, 2024.
- Applicants who apply during the Rolling Application period can expect a response two weeks after their completed interview.
What happens after I am hired?
1. Sign your Letter of Intent
- To accept your position, please sign and return the letter of intent by the deadline provided in your offer email.
2. Check your email weekly
- Email is our main communication with staff. Please make sure you check the email you provided on your application at least once a week for important updates.
3. Complete the onboarding process
- Beginning February 1st, you will receive an email with information on how to complete the onboarding process. You will need to have the following items prepared:
- A copy of a photo ID (passport, school ID, driver’s permit)
- A copy of your birth certificate or social security card
- A direct deposit enrollment form or voided check (it must have your name, account number, and routing number listed. Handwritten information will not be accepted)
- All staff must also complete a series of online trainings prior to starting their work at camp. This information will also be sent out starting February 1st.
4. Prepare for your time at camp
- Make sure you have your scheduled session on your calendar. We are counting on you for the session you are scheduled for. If something comes up and you can no longer work, please let us know by email as early as possible.
- There is a lot you can do to prepare for working at camp. Here are some helpful recources to get you started:
- Read through our staff manual to learn more about camp and your role on staff.
- Learn some new games and songs
- Check out this free camp resource page