Summer Program Director

Responsible directly to the Program Director. Supervises and supports all aspects of summer programming, including:

Administrative Duties
- Assist in leading staff training in collaboration with Program Director
- Lead daily staff meetings
- Be a Family Group leader for a group of counselors throughout the summer
- Help with camper registration/check-in
- Handle parent communication in collaboration with the Program Director
- Communicate with Leadership Staff and Year Round Staff about needs for programming items
- Address concerns with campers brought up by Counselors in coordination with Year Round Staff
- Address staff conflicts in collaboration with Program Director
- Manage camper care by making phone calls to home, assisting Counselors to treat homesickness
- Handle medical emergencies in collaboration w/PD and Health Care Coordinator

Programmatic Duties
- Supervise, check in with, and communicate with Counselors onsite daily
- Assist in the setup, introduction, and facilitation of camp programming (games and activities, arts and crafts, worship, etc.)
- Assist in managing camper conflicts
- Handle higher level camper behavioral issues

General Duties
- Support and provide leadership for our Leadership Staff and Counselors in collaboration with the Program Director
- Participate in programmatic activities whenever possible
- Facilitate conversation, fun, and community connection during times like meals and transitions.
- Assist in all areas of the summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Counselor if needed
- Staff one weekend of camp programming throughout the summer

Requirements
- 1-2 years of experience at Camp Emmaus or equivalent camp experience.
- Must be 21(+) years of age and have completed 1 year of college or equivalent experience beyond High School.
- Must possess good physical stamina with long hours and the majority of time spent outdoors.
- Willing to get Lifeguard Certifications (preferred)
- Valid Driver’s license (preferred)
- Leadership and problem-solving skills
- Organized with good communication skills

HEADS UP: The application link will take you to Luther Crest's Circuitree portal where you will create an account and then select the "Camp Emmaus Summer Staff 2027" application to fill out. Please contact henris@luthercrest.org for more information about the application process or job descriptions.

$450 per week

Application deadline: April 1, 2027