Camp Counselor Staff
Colorado Springs’ premier Summer Day Camp is hiring staff for summer 2020. Go West staff work Monday through Friday, 35-40 hours per week, May 26th through August 7th.
Working at Go West Camps isn’t just a summer job…it’s a way of life. While at camp you’ll experience
lots of fun and adventurous activities, but it is the community of understanding, friendship and
encouragement that keeps campers and staff coming back year after year.
Grew up in 4-H or spent some time WWOOFing? We are looking for staff with experience farming or
gardening. If you've ever had a job where you've bike commuted, Go West Camps might be a perfect
fit for you. We use pedal powered transportation, and basic riding and bike maintenance skills are a
real plus. Adventure programs are an important part of Go West Camps and require some of our staff
members to have a greater level of certification and education. We are looking for people with
education and certification through nationally and internationally recognized organizations such as Red Cross, American Mountain Guide Association, the American Canoe Association, National Outdoor Leadership School, International Mountain Biking Association, League of American Bicyclists. An interest in teaching, leading and working with youth is key for all of our staff members. When it's time to get energized or to wind down at camp, music can be the key. We're always looking for staff who are excited to sing or play a few licks on the guitar. We hope to use photos and video to document our campers experience at camp. If you're a photographer or GoPro wiz, we need your skills.
Camp Counselors at Go West lead campers in all of our camp activities
(Art, Rock Climbing, Standup Paddle Boarding, Gardening, Group Games, Biking). Camp Counselors
work to create an atmosphere of respect, acceptance and caring for each camper and show each
camper as much individual attention as possible. Previous experience as a camp counselor, teacher,
after school staff or child care is required.
THE PERKS OF WORKING AT GO WEST
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE - Get a head start! Thinking about a career in
education or outdoor recreation? Get real life experience working at camp and honing your skills.
CERTIFICATIONS - Take it with you when you go! All of the Go West Camps staff have First Aid and
CPR. Go West has supported staff financially to attend certifications programs through the American
Mountain Guide Association, American Canoe Association, and the International Mountain Biking
Association. These certifications can be an asset in your job search after the summer.
REFERENCES - Boost your resume! We love telling everybody how great our staff is. Camp is the
perfect opportunity to create relationships with people who want you to succeed at camp and beyond.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SETTING - Location, location, location! While our focus is on youth
development, it doesn’t hurt that we’re surrounded by the scenic Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Not a
bad place to play and explore during the summer!
FOR FUN - The opportunities for fun while you are on staff at Go West Camps are boundless. We will
hike, climb, mountain bike, paddle board, shoot archery, fish, create art and swim, among many, many other great activities.
FOR MORE INFORMATION - Visit our website www.gowestcamps.com, email us (kaylin@gowestcamps.com) or give us a call (719-357-8807)
APPLY ONLINE - http://www.gowestcamps.com/work-at-camp