Job Posting
Female Head Counselor/Counselor
About Our Camp
Silver Lake is a traditional, overnight summer camp, situated on a 225 acre site overlooking a private lake, just outside Kincardine, ON. For more than 50 years, Silver Lake has been providing fun, caring and inspiring experiences for campers and staff alike. We offer programming for children ages 6-18, and host 60-70 campers per session. Our Mission at Silver Lake Camp is to share the joy of knowing Jesus Christ, making Christ central to all aspects of our programs, whether worship or play; seeking to set an example that embodies the value of personal faith in Christ, the importance of community, and commitment to God’s world.
of what a day at Silver Lake is like!
Our staff team is the most important building block of each summer. As such, we seek staff who have a desire to facilitate meaningful and empowering experiences for children and youth; are enthusiastic, excited to try new things, and enjoy working outdoors; and are ready to grow their leadership capacity, all while sharing the love of Christ. If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to consider becoming a part of our team!
About the Position
Position Overview
The Head Counselors are responsible for providing leadership and support to the counseling team. They will: train and assist counselors to ensure the highest standards for counseling; work to ensure all children are engaged in camp programming; and seek to promote the mental, emotional, and spiritual growth of each child. Like regular Counselors, Head Counselors also lead a group of 6-10 campers with a co-counselor and stay in a cabin with the campers.
Dates of Employment
June 18, 2026 – August 31, 2026 (full-time; paid position; on-site accommodation provided)
Salary
$352/week
Position Requirements
- Minimum 18 years of age (by Dec. 31 of the year of employment).
- Experience in and enjoy working with children.
- Ability to work in a team setting and take initiative.
- Flexible and positive attitude.
- A desire to provide support, encouragement, and leadership for other staff.
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification.
- Previous camp experience is an asset.
How to Apply