What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer EDUcamp Counselor (Student) position at Bob Jones University?
POSITION SUMMARY: The summer camp counselor position is designed to assist the directors and other faculty of the various EDUcamps. Counselors are responsible to ensure the campers have an excellent, safe, and Christ-honoring EDUcamp experience. Counselors will report directly to the men’s & women’s lead counselors and to the EDUcamp Director. ***Hiring for summer 2026***
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ambassador for BJU—one of the primary functions of the BJU camp counselor is to ensure that campers have an excellent experience and to use the opportunity to promote BJU as a strong option for their college career.
- Assist with EDUcamps—each counselor will be assigned to a particular EDU camp during the course of the camping week. In this capacity the counselor will assist the faculty of the particular camp with any needs related to the specific curriculum.
- Guide campers—counselors will live in the residence halls with campers and will ensure that they have a safe and Christ-honoring experience in the residence halls. They will ensure that campers arrive at required activities on time and know how to navigate the BJU campus.
- Spiritual leadership—counselors will be responsible for evening devotions in the residence halls. This will include presenting devotional challenges, leading discussions around topics, and leading in prayer groups. Additionally counselors will make themselves available to assist campers with spiritual needs as they are presented.
- Other duties as assigned—being a summer camp counselor means that you are flexible and have a servant’s heart. Counselors may be called on to perform other duties that benefit the BJU camp experience but are outside of the specific duties listed above.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be enrolled as a student at Bob Jones University
- Consistent, Christ-honoring testimony
- Flexibility/adaptability
- Teachable spirit
- Ability to counsel young people
- Working knowledge of BJU academic programs & opportunities
- Valid driver’s license
- CPR/First Aid certified (preferred, not required)