Camp Augusta is not your average summer camp. 

A dash of wish, a smattering of wonder, and a sprinkle of surprise. An open heart, a curious mind, and an inability to tell the difference between your skin color, your constant dirt tan and, the paint and glitter permanently embedded on your body. A wacky playfulness, an inspirational spirit, and a never-ending supply of empathy. Special wake-ups, unpredictable cabin activities, magical Playstations, enchanting Evening Programs, and awe-inspiring Embers. 100 campers, 75 staff, 10 horses, and 6 chickens. The combination of you and us; the ideal amalgamation to reclaim and foster the beauty, wonder, awe, potential, and innocence of childhood. 

We are an 80 acre, non-profit, residential summer camp located in the Sierra Nevada mountains of Northern California, and offers a one-of-a-kind experience for campers and staff alike. 

Come be our next Gandalf, Dumbledore, or Yoda. Come be part of the adventure! We are hiring for all roles from Village Leaders to Masters of Fun and Games- see our openings here!

Pay for this role is $5000 for the dates of May 13th to August 9th. There are additional opportunities for pre- and post-season work, starting in late April and ending in mid-September.

Your tasks and responsibilities will be to…

• Create magical, intentional special wake ups and evening connection-building activities for your cabin on a daily basis
• Facilitate camper ideas for a daily cabin activity that engage the whole group for an hour
• Teach four activity blocks per day, and find joy in the variety and the opportunity to impart knowledge and facilitate fun
• Run a unique, themed daily activity that draws upon your personal creativity and skills; “sell” these activities through playful skits
• Play in Evening Programs; bring enthusiasm to character roles in games, including skits and stations; excited to actively participate in campfires with songs, skits, or both
• Create and offer two gifts from the heart per camper, per session: a special wood cookie award and a thoughtful Parent Letter
• Support the growth of teen leadership campers through intentional scaffolding when applicable

This is the place for you if you…

• Are overjoyed to build close relationships between and facilitate a meaningful overall experience for 5 campers
• Have depth of emotional and physical stamina to joyfully engage with a community of 100 campers and 60 staff members for 9 weeks in the summer
• Are playful and eager to explore the creation of magical worlds with enthusiastic character roles
• Are dedicated to guiding/counseling children utilizing emotionally intelligent, thoughtful counseling techniques (to be learned/practiced in detail throughout pre-camp and staff training)
• Can support the growth, interests, and emotional well-being of the other counselors within your village, as well as the camp-wide community
• Bring a sense of organization and flow to the daily schedule for your campers

Benefits of working at Camp Augusta: 

• 300+ Hours of Experiential Training: Pre-arrival preparation and 3.5 weeks of on-site training, including:
• 75+ hours of experiential learning in psychology-based philosophies and approaches
• 45+ hours learning activities within our 150+ clinic offerings
• 180+ hours of learning camp by doing camp
• 9 Weeks of Summer Practicing: Being responsible for cabins of 5 campers at a time, and applying all the skills above to camp activities and discussions.
• A Skilled & Dedicated Scaffolder: With no more than a 1:8 ratio, this person emphasizes your growth and works with you to develop your skills working with kids
• Paid & Inclusive: This position offers a summer salary of $5000. Additional opportunities for pre-and post-season work also exist. All work includes freshly-prepared organic food, housing, and many more Perks and Benefits.\

Camp Augusta is a nonprofit residential summer camp in northern California that offers a truly unique summer camp experience for campers and staff alike. We are focused on counseling skills, creativity, excellent programming, and camper choice - see more about the vision of our camp here.

Feeling ready to apply?

1. If you meet the minimum requirements below, take 5 minutes to fill out our Staff Interest Form. 

2. Someone from our hiring team will reach out to you within 24 hours.

3. Schedule an Intro Chat with us, and complete a full application!