If you will be in high school in the Fall of 2026, apply for a High School Summer Staff position.
How does our staff team work?
Being a member of our College Summer Staff team is not only a job – it is a ministry. Our staff team must first be unified in Christ, as one body (1 Corinthians 12:12-31, Ephesians 4:1-8) that is working together. This is necessary to not only preach the Gospel, but to live it and exemplify it to our guests and campers.
Every position at Camp Ghormley is unique and necessary for the function of camp, each with it’s own set of responsibilities. Because our team is made up of humans, and life can get in the way of our common goal, each staff member must also have an ability to be flexible and help in many different areas.
Who and when are we hiring for Summer Camp?
We are hiring individuals that are willing to learn and be discipled (and disciple others!), agree with our Statement of Faith, and can commit to work an eight week summer season. Hiring will begin February, 2026, and we hope to fill all summer staff positions by the end of April, 2026, and will continue to hire until all positions are filled.
Our first week starts with staff training, beginning on June 9, 2026 (Leadership Staff Training begins earlier), and the last day of the summer is August 2, 2025. Opportunities to stay at camp and continue to serve (and be paid) may be available through Labor Day weekend in September.
Note: Please double check our Job Openings page to see all open positions.
Leadership Positions
Leadership roles are in charge of developing, planning, and coordinating programs related to their departments. The job of leadership staff is to make sure their department of camp is running effectively and efficiently. Additionally, leadership staff make sure the counselors and program staff are supported in their roles.
Camp Counselors
Counselors typically counsel for 2-3 weeks straight, then are given a week break from counseling. During that break, counselors will work as program staff (behind the scenes: i.e., running games, facilitating activities, dishes, etc). The main job as a counselor is to be present with campers throughout the entire week. It is through the counselors that the Gospel is spoken and exemplified the greatest!
Program Staff
Program staff are the heartbeat of the summer; they make sure everything is flowing together well! Program staff oversee various responsibilities, either by specializing in one area or several. For a detailed overview of responsibilities, please read the job descriptions (coming soon!).
Interested in working for more than just the summer?
2026 Pay Rates
Note: All positions are eligible for donation-based salary support. You will receive 100% of all donations given towards your ministry. Let us know if you are interested in having your friends and family support your summer of ministry at camp!
Program Staff/Counselor base pay: $375/week
Program Staff/Counselor with LG* or CC* certification: $400/week
Program Staff/Counselor w/ LG and CC certification: $425/week
Leadership Staff base pay: $550/week
Leadership Staff w/ LG or CC certification: $575/week
Leadership Staff w/ LG and CC certification: $600/week
Office Assistant: $600/week
Returning Staff: Add $25/week per summer served past first
Recruiting Bonus: $250/person you recruit who we hire (and don’t fire)
*LG = Lifeguard Certification
*CC = Challenge Course Certification (aka High Ropes Course)
2026 IMPORTANT DATES
Leadership Staff Training:
June 1-4, 2026
Challenge Course Training:
June 5-8, 2026
Lifeguard Training:
June 16-20, 2026 (subject to change)
Staff Training:
June 9-19, 2026 (dependant on position)
Official Summer Commitment Dates:
June 9 – August 2, 2026 (dependant on position)
Additional Job Opportunities – Guest Groups
August 3 – September 1, 2026
