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California Day Camp Counselor
$23 – $23/hr Menlo Park, US on-site seasonal junior Jan 24, 2026
About this role
For over 20 years, Avid4 Adventure https://avid4.com/ has empowered kids to live active outdoor lifestyles through our unique outdoor programming. We have camps based throughout Colorado, Bay Area, California; Portland, Oregon; and Bellevue, Washington. Our Candidate Help Center https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Candidate-Help-Center-115c5dee95a380f5a0f1db27b5a94f73 is here to help you find the best program, location, and position for you!
Relocation Bonuses Available!: Staff relocating from out-of-state for the summer may be eligible for an end-of-season relocation bonus. Out-of-state staff who are DRIVERS may also be eligible for an additional weekly driver bonus to cover a portion of their housing costs. Talk to your TA Specialist about local housing options.
Important Details
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, typically 30-36 hours/week (position depending)
- Position Duration: Training begin https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Training-What-to-Expect-126c5dee95a3807dbe41d126aaf36e5fs Saturday May 30. Programs begin 6/8 or 6/15 (location depending) and run until 8/7 or 8/14 (location depending)
- Compensation https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Compensation-115c5dee95a38179b21cd820bfe18f48: Pay is determined based on position, additional responsibilities, relevant certifications, and staff tenure. Starting hourly are below:
- Instructors: $23/hour
- Specialists: $23.55 - $24.70/hour
- Relevant Certification Bonuses https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Required-Certifications-115c5dee95a381f9a013e92f33a2d5c9: $100 - $400 per certification (up to $1000 for multiple certifications)
Job Duties
- With a co-instructor, you will spend a week with a group of campers participating in and leading programs in mountain biking, outdoor rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, and/or SUPing - plus camp games!
- Safety is key!! You will be responsible for risk management and teaching our campers how to recreate safely
- You are a role model for our campers; you will demonstrate and guide campers in appropriate behavior, attitudes, and activities
- Provide exceptional customer service to our campers, parents, and Avid families
- Have a passion for and advanced skills in outdoor rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater paddling, or survival skills? We’d love to consider you for one of our Activity Specialists https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Our-Positions-115c5dee95a381b7a9afe0bf4a9e1573to lead both our multisport and single sport programs
- Most positions require you to be eligible to drive - our Drivers transport campers to and from program areas using company passenger vans with gear and flatbed trailers in tow. You will be required to attend a driver training and pass an assessment during staff orientation (see background below for specific CA regulations!)
Your Background
- Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp for all positions
- Drivers: Must be at least 20 years of age, 3-year valid driver’s license, and have a clean driving record. Due to California regulations, in order to drive our 15-passenger vans, staff must either possess a CDL or non-CA based drivers license.
- +1 years of experience working with kids in a professional or volunteer setting preferred
- Experience in our core sports is highly preferred, but not required for all positions (required for Specialists)
- Minimum of Basic First Aid, CPR, and Mandatory Reporter certification https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Required-Certifications-115c5dee95a381f9a013e92f33a2d5c9 by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done!!)
- Specialized certifications eligible for end-of-season bonuses! $100 - $400 per certification https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Required-Certifications-115c5dee95a381f9a013e92f33a2d5c9
Our Interview Process
After you submit an application, here is what you can expect next: https://avid4adventure.notion.site/Our-Hiring-Process-115c5dee95a3813280fcc8e231c6a1de
- Step 1: We review your application for qualifications
- Step 2: Invitation to complete a one-way video interview https://docs.google.com/document/d/1s25XAJnD7ZJCidrRKT0HSBmiTcvIRpnpLfCWiixFdVA/edit?usp=sharing
- Step 3: 40-minute live virtual interview and submit three references (personal and/or professional) https://avid4adventure.notion.site/References-11ac5dee95a3803bb4ded7af5563c4a3
- Final decision!!
This process moves quickly so be ready to hear from us shortly after you submit your application.