Activity Specialist / Camp Counselor

Spectacular Mountains, Lakes, Rivers, Forests, and New Friends Await You! Dates of employment: June 5th, 2026 - August 17, 2026 Are you looking for a summer experience where you can expand your skills and develop both personally and professionally? Are you interested in making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you relish physical activity and want to work in a beautiful natural environment? Would you enjoy being “unplugged” for much of the summer so you can find a better connection with others, the outdoors and yourself through challenging and meaningful work? Dates of employment: June 5th, 2026 - August 17, 2026 How does applying your artistic abilities in a beautiful mountain setting working in a fun and welcoming community sound? Photographing kids kayaking across a beautiful mountain lake, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, and other activities. Shaffer's High Sierra Summer Camp is located on the peaceful headwaters of the North Yuba River in the scenic Tahoe National Forest, and is surround by majestic mountains, clean rivers, stunning lakes, and fantastic hiking and biking trails. The Camp employs about 60 staff to serve about 100 kids for 9 weeks. We've been recognized by Outside Magazine as one of its 5 favorite camps in the U.S., been recommended by the L.A. Times, and we've been included in Newsweek's list of the countries best camps. We get kids and staff from from around the world. It's an interesting and exciting place to live and work! Ranked one of the top 5 camps in the U.S. by Outside magazine , Shaffer’s High Sierra Camp’s team is made up of motivated individuals with a great work ethic who also love to play. We’re looking for staff who have the maturity and judgment to be responsible for children and put the child’s needs above their own, who have a great sense of humor, who can be silly, who can put in long days but still keep a positive attitude, and who want to make a difference in a child’s life.  Let's bring play