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Summer Camp Counselor Between May 19, 2025 and August 2, 2025 

Join our team at Laurel Ridge Camp, Conference, and Retreat Center as a summer camp counselor! We’re looking for energetic young adults who love the outdoors and have a passion for sharing their faith with campers of all ages.

About Us:

Laurel Ridge, located in Laurel Springs, NC 28644, offers year-round facility rentals to individuals and groups from churches, nonprofits, civic organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and professional organizations. Additionally, we host special events and programs for all ages in the breathtaking setting of the North Carolina high country.

Our summer camp, running from June through early August, is owned and operated by the Moravian Church in America, Southern Province. As a nonprofit ministry of the church, our mission is:
"Laurel Ridge is a mountain place set apart for forming disciples of Jesus Christ who live and learn in community to serve in the world."

We are proud to be a church camp dedicated to fostering community, faith, and service in a truly inspiring environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

Being a summer camp counselor is a rewarding way to spend the summer working with campers of all ages. You’ll partner with volunteer counselors in each cabin, with volunteers rotating weekly. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build your resume while gaining valuable and diverse skills.

What to Expect:

  • You will stay in a cabin with campers, ensuring they participate in all their scheduled activities.
  • You’ll assist campers with their daily needs, including managing medications.
  • Training will be provided to guide the program, and you will lead a small group each morning following worship.
  • You’ll help facilitate and support various activities throughout the day.
  • You will report directly to the Program Manager.
  • Skills like certified lifeguarding or playing guitar and other instruments are welcome but not required.

Additionally:  The Laurel Ridge team collaborates to ensure the camp runs smoothly, which may include taking on additional tasks that arise during the summer. Everyone works together to make the camp experience exceptional.

Pay:

Compensation is provided as a stipend, starting at $800 per month for those with no experience, along with room and board included.

Our Commitment:

Here at Laurel Ridge Camp Conference and Retreat Center, we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all our staff and campers. We welcome individuals from all walks of life and aim to make everyone feel like they belong.

Equal Opportunity:

Laurel Ridge Camp Conference and Retreat Center is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.


Check us out at www.laurelridge.org