Camp Counselor, Recreation

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Wayfinder LA Campus - Los Angeles, CA 90043Position Type: Seasonal

Education:

Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $17.50 - $19.87 HourlyJob Shift: AnyAt Wayfinder Family Services, we understand the unique challenges facing some of our state’s most vulnerable children, youth and adults. Those with disabilities, those without a home of their own, those who have been abused and many, many more.

We answer the call for them. We believe in the amazing potential in, and for, each and every one of them. And, together, we find a way to turn that potential into reality. Program and Role Summary: Wayfinder Family Services is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Camp Counselors to join our 2026 summer team at Camp Bloomfield, a life-changing outdoor

experience:

for children, youth, adults, and families who are blind, visually impaired, or have multiple disabilities. Wayfinder's Camp Bloomfield is a residential summer camp, where campers and staff live on-site for the duration of each session. Staff are involved in all aspects of camp life, leading activities, supporting campers, and helping create a safe, fun, and engaging environment throughout the day and evening.

As a Camp Counselor, you’ll help create a safe, fun, and inclusive environment where campers can challenge themselves, build friendships, and gain confidence through outdoor adventure and connection. Camp Sessions: May 28–31: Staff Orientation – Wayfinder Campus, Los Angeles (8am–5pm) June 3–6: Staff Orientation – Lions Camp at Teresita Pines June 8–12: Adult Camp – Lions Camp at Teresita Pines, Wrightwood June 16–21: Family Camp – Pathfinder Ranch, Mountain Center June 26–July 1: Youth Camp – Lions Camp at Teresita Pines, Wrightwood Primary

Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in camp activities such as arts, sports, nature, and team challenges Provide supervision, guidance, and personal assistance to campers of varying abilities Encourage inclusion, independence, and confidence in all participants Collaborate with co-counselors, nurses, and leadership staff to maintain camper safety and well-being Attend all orientation and training sessions prior to camp start

Qualifications:

Education:

and

Experience:

High school diploma, required. Prior camp counselor

experience:

, preferred. Desire to work with children, teens, and adults who are blind, visually impaired, and multi-disabled. Ability to lead small and large groups in activities.

Benefits:

Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a

benefits:

program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes: Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4% Employee referral program: Encourage your colleagues to join us

Education:

tuition assistance program: Invest in your career development Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible Flexible spending account (FSA) plans Eligibility and other

benefits:

are outlined in plan documents Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal

Opportunity:

Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.