General Counselor

Who We Are

At Go West Camps , we believe kids grow best when they move, explore, and connect with the world and people around them. Each day brings new adventures, from biking and paddle boarding to gardening to creative projects, all designed to help campers grow in confidence, develop independence, and form meaningful relationships. Our community is rooted in curiosity and inclusivity and fosters a genuine sense of belonging with staff who lead enthusiastically and with compassion. At camp, we prioritize being present and unplugged, encouraging both campers and counselors to engage fully with each moment and the world around them.

Working at Go West means gaining real-world experience in youth development and outdoor leadership while building skills that transfer far beyond camp. Staff have opportunities to earn certifications like First Aid/CPR, mountain biking, and paddling, all while being mentored by a supportive leadership team. It's a summer of growth, adventure, and community set against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains.

Who You Are

• A positive and energetic role model who builds strong, supportive relationships with kids
• Skilled at creating a sense of belonging and community within your group
• Comfortable leading activities, primarily team building and culture-building programming
• Communicative and professional with parents, helping them stay connected to camp life
• Excited to spend your summer outdoors, unplugged, and fully engaged in the experience

What You'll Do

• Follow all Go West Camps guidelines and emergency procedures, American Camp Association standards, State Social Services standards, and County Health Department standards
• Provide consistent support and assistance to a variety of camper groups throughout each session
• Assist, support and facilitate daily activities that support social, emotional, and physical growth
• Build strong relationships with campers and families
• Help facilitate lunch and snack times, supervising children during meals and transitions
• Support Check-In and Check-Out each day, welcoming and assisting families
• Ensure proper use, organization, storage, and care of materials and equipment
• Share in assigned cleaning responsibilities, keeping program and storage areas neat and organized
• Maintain open, friendly, professional relationships with staff, parents, and participants
• Attend all trainings, meetings, and in-services
• Assist with other projects around camp; being flexible to an open schedule

If you have the following interests/experience, we might have an instructor role for you!

• Farm Experience - working with animals and garden
• Nature Experience - we hire nature instructors to specialize in teaching nature activities
• Mountain Biking Experience
• Rock Climbing Experience
• Stand Up Paddle Board Experience

Fine Print

• Seasonal Position: Full-time (38-40 hrs/week) during summer, typically scheduled between 7:00am and 6:00pm, Monday-Friday
• Location: Colorado Springs
• Compensation: Starting rates: $15.25/hr, may increase depending on role.
• Qualifications:
  • Age: 18+
  • Experience working with children (required) and supervising staff (preferred)
  • CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certificationsValid driver's license (eligible to drive camp vehicles after training)
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to move actively throughout camp, supervise children outdoors, and maintain awareness in a dynamic environment.
• Go West Camps is a drug-, alcohol-, and tobacco-free facility. Participation in occasional overnights and weekend programs may be required.

Employment at Go West Camps in contingent on clear State and Federal background checks and fingerprinting.