What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor In Training Specialist - Camp Fireweed position at Camp Fire Alaska?
Camp Fireweed Counselor in Training Specialist
*Camp Fireweed is NOT an overnight camp and does NOT provide room and board*
Gear up for outdoor adventures at our day camp located in Anchorage on the campus of Alaska Pacific University. We take full advantage of this natural setting, making every day another opportunity for campers to explore the forest, practice target sports, or launch a canoe from the waterfront. In addition to a huge catalog of activities and games, we structure each session to create a classic, outdoor summer camp experience.
Position Description:
A Camp Fireweed Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Specialist plays a key role in bringing Camp Fire Alaska’s (CFAK) promise to life—helping youth find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are. This position supports positive, meaningful youth–adult interactions within a vibrant day camp environment.
The CIT Specialist is primarily responsible for the day-to-day supervision, training, and coaching of a group of teen campers. They work closely with counselors and fellow specialists to model leadership, build skills, and help teens engage in a wide range of camp activities. Through guidance, encouragement, and active participation, the CIT Specialist helps create a safe, supportive, and fun experience for all participants.
Pay: Starting at $19.89/hour, with higher rates available based on experience.
- Bonus for completing the full season
Work Dates: April 6, 2026 - August 14, 2026
Work Schedule: 8 hours/day, Monday - Friday, between camp hours of 7am-6pm
Qualifications:
- Prior experience working with youth.
- Twenty-one (21) years of age required to maintain compliance with regulatory and accrediting entities.
- Current Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/ First Aid Certification from a nationally recognized provider.
YOU MAY REQUEST A COPY OF THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION BY EMAILING HR AT jobs@campfireak.org.
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*All applicants who are offered employment with Camp Fire Alaska will be subjected to reference checks and a criminal history check through the Alaska Background Check Program. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of both the reference checks and criminal history check in accordance with Municipality of Anchorage Child Care Licensing regulations.
Camp Fire Alaska Inclusion Statement:
Camp Fire believes in the dignity and the intrinsic worth of every human being. We welcome, affirm, and support young people and adults of all abilities and disabilities, experiences, races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, citizenship or immigration status, religion and non-religion, and any other category people use to define themselves or others.