Overnight Camp Counselor (Camp SOCIAL)

Location: Camp SOCIAL– In affiliation with the Carruth Center at The Parish School. Camp is hosted at Camp for All in Burton, TX.Position Type: Seasonal / OvernightPay: Counselors receive one lump sum payment at the end of the camp.Dates: July 5 – July 10, 2026About Our ProgramCamp SOCIAL is overnight camp dedicated to supporting children and teens ages 8 - 16 with speech, language, and learning differences. Our program provides a supportive and fun environment where campers participate in regular sleep-away camp activities while building confidence, independence, and social skills.Position OverviewWe are seeking compassionate, flexible and responsible camp counselors to provide direct care and supervision for campers in an overnight setting. Counselors play a vital role in creating a safe, engaging, and inclusive camp experience.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise campers throughout daily activities and overnight in assigned cabinsSupport campers with varying speech, language, and learning needsAssist with daily living activities, routines, and transitionsFoster a positive, respectful, and inclusive environmentCollaborate with fellow staff to ensure camper safety and well-beingRespond appropriately to behavioral or emotional needsAdditional Role ConsiderationsCounselors are assigned to cabins based on camper needs. This may include supporting campers in gender-specific housing environments and assisting with supervision and personal care in a manner that respects camper privacy and dignity.QualificationsExperience working with children (experience with special needs strongly preferred)Ability to work overnight and reside on-site during camp sessionsStrong communication, patience, and teamwork skillsAbility to maintain a safe and supportive environmentMust pass required background checksPreferred ExperienceBackground in education, speech-language pathology, psychology, or related fieldsExperience with speech and language disorders or learning differencesEqual Opportunity StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with applicable laws.About The Parish SchoolSince 1983, The Parish School has educated children ages 2–12 who have communication delays and learning differences, empowering them with the tools to succeed. This nationally recognized, special needs school in Houston, Texas provides an education for the entire family within the environment of a nurturing and safe 17-acre campus with on-site pediatric therapy clinic, The Carruth Center. Our personalized academic approach—with a focus on communication skills, social learning, independence, nature and the arts—allows children to thrive and grow.