Camp Head Counselor/FEMALE - Camp Hoblitzelle Music Conservatory (3429)

About this opportunity:  

The Head Counselor role is a unique leadership opportunity within a dynamic, Christ-centered camp community. Head Counselors support daily camp operations while providing guidance and mentorship to our counselor teams and helping cultivate a safe, inclusive, and engaging experience for campers and staff. 

This position offers meaningful leadership development through hands-on experience in team oversight, communication, training, and problem-solving. Your role will directly shape the culture of camp—fostering an atmosphere rooted in faith, fun, and connection. You’ll be part of a collaborative community that values personal growth, spiritual development, and shared responsibility in creating lasting impact on campers and staff members. 

Key Responsiblities 

Counselor Leadership & Operations: 

• Oversee and mentor a team of counselors, supporting their role and providing constructive feedback that encourages personal and professional growth. 

• Uphold and enforce camp policies, safety guidelines, and health regulations consistently and professionally. 

• Plans, coordinates, and directs counselors' functions within the camping program. Coordinate daily counselor schedules to ensure appropriate camper coverage and adherence to adequate break times. 

Camper Care, Safety & Engagement: 

• Provide consistent guidance, support, and positive role modeling for campers and staff, prioritizing safety, well-being, and inclusion at all times. 

• Maintain accountability for camper safety and security during all activities; proactively identify potential safety concerns and communicate promptly with supervisors in accordance with camp procedures. 

• Support counselors with camper behavior management, utilizing approved communication and discipline practices when needed.

Camp Community & Faith Engagement:

• Serve as an engaged member of the leadership team during all camp activities, evening programs, and special events. 

• Integrate faith into daily camp life, supporting the spiritual growth and development of campers and staff within a Christian camp setting. 

• Participate in ministry-related responsibilities, including sharing approved devotional content, engaging in prayer with campers, and supporting camp worship experiences. 

• Must be at least  21 years old and a high school graduate or GED preferred.  

• A heart for others and a mind towards Christ.  

• Should be self-motivated and teachable.  

• Ability to build and maintain effective mentor relationships with peers, those in supervision and campers.  

• Six months’ experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, OR  

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  

• A willingness to abide by The Salvation Army doctrinal statement and Camp Hoblitzelle’s policies.  

• CPR & First Aid certified or capable of passing by June 15, 2026 (training provided by Camp Hoblitzelle during staff training if needed.) 

• Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.  

Additional Information:  

• Camp Leadership Staff Training will be held June 3 – June 7, 2026 with all Staff Training held June 8 – June 14, 2026, and participation is required. The 2026 summer Camp program sessions will be held June 15 - July 26, 2026. If you are unable to work the entire season, please let us know on your application.  

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