Summer Camp Counselor

Job Description

Counselor Role Summary

Two Camps, One Mission. Camp Bernadette for girls is located in Wolfeboro, NH and Camp Fatima for boys is located in Gilmanton, NH.

Counselors at Camp Bernadette & Camp Fatima are called to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people, especially those who need extra support. The role goes beyond supervision; it is a vocation of leadership, mentorship, service, and faith-filled witness.
Counselors live with campers, guide them throughout the day, ensure their safety and well-being, lead activities, and create a fun, structured, and transformative camp experience.
Key Qualifications
• 17 years or older
• Ability and desire to live with and supervise children
• Skills to lead at least one activity
• Openness to supervision and growth
• Strong character, integrity, flexibility
• Willingness to follow camp philosophy and rules
• Commitment to living in assigned summer quarters
Core Responsibilities
• Supervise and care for campers at all times
• Ensure camper health, safety, and welfare
• Lead activities and actively participate
• Foster fun, energy, and engagement
• Maintain cabin cleanliness and structure
• Promote respect, fairness, and responsibility
• Communicate concerns appropriately to leadership
• Support camper growth socially, emotionally, and spiritually
Catholic Identity & Christian Witness
Catholic identity is central to the counselor role at Bernadette & Fatima. Counselors are not only supervisors-they are Christian role models.
Counselors are expected to:
• Maintain a positive Christian attitude at all times
• Help make camp a fun, safe, and transformative experience guided by the Catholic faith
• Lead by example in kindness, patience, humility, and service
• Treat every camper with dignity and fairness
• Encourage respect, responsibility, and moral character
• Create an environment rooted in Christian love and joy
• Use daily interactions (meals, bedtime talks, activities) as opportunities for mentorship and faith-centered growth
The camp experience is intentionally faith-filled. Counselors are witnesses to the Gospel through:
• Their example
• Their leadership
• Their discipline rooted in dignity
• Their encouragement and presence
• Their commitment to serving others selflessly

For more information, please visit https://bfcamp.com/

About the Employer

The Mission of Camp Bernadette for girls and Camp Fatima for boys is to create a community where all are welcome. Guided by our Catholic faith, we provide a fun and engaging outdoor camping experience where campers and staff learn new skills and grow in faith, confidence, and friendship.