Staff Overview
Applications open February 14th!
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
COUNSELOR and PROGRAM STAFF applicants MUST be 18 years of age or older in order to volunteer at Hye Camp. If you are 17, but have graduated high school, you may still apply to be a counselor.
The Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program has been created for applicants who are 17-years-old. You will likely be placed with an experienced counselor and participate in two training sessions during the week. If you are under 18 years old at the time of application: Your application must be reviewed by a parent or legal guardian before submitting.
LIVE SCAN BACKGROUND CHECK - All staff (including volunteers and paid staff) must have a live scan background check completed for the Western Diocese before they will be cleared for participation in our Hye Camp program. We will be offering live scan services at the in-person training and the Camp Committee will cover the costs. If you completed live scan for Hye Camp in the last two years, you DO NOT need to complete it again.
Please take a moment to review this additional information
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Mandatory Training Session
All staff are required to attend a mandatory in-person staff training. First time staff members must also complete supplementary training videos sent to them.
ALL STAFF TRAINING - SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH in PASADENA
COUNSELOR TRAINING RETREAT - All counselors and counselors in training (CIT) staff are required to attend this additional retreat at HYE CAMP. This specialized retreat will be focused on the areas needed for counselors to feel confident and prepared in their role. It is also a great opportunity to bond with other counselors and the directing team you will be working with.
This retreat will take place at Hye Camp from June 5th - 7th.
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Counselor/Staff Postions
All counselor and staff positions are volunteer positions. Applicants are asked to provide their order of preference for the positions they are seeking. Placement is based on need and experience with that position. Please read the descriptions prior to applying.
MEDICAL TEAM, SUPPORT COUNSELORS, and LIFEGUARDS
These positions are paid positions which require the appropriate license and/or certifications.
Medical Team – Medical Professional
Support Counselor – Mental Health Professional
Lifeguard – Certified Lifeguard and 18+ years old
For more information, please email info@hyecamp.com
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Housing
COUNSELOR HOUSING
As a counselor you will be assigned to one of twelve cabins on "Camper Hill." These cabins are furnished with bunk beds and sleep as many as 16 people. There is a bathhouse located in the center of Camper Hill, detached from the cabins, which you will share with campers and other counselors.
PROGRAM STAFF HOUSING
As a member of the program staff you will be assigned to one of eight staff cabins or housing that is connected to the lodge. All have bunk beds and a bathroom.
The director for the week will assign housing for each counselor and staff member and you will be given that information upon arrival to camp. The Property page contains photos of staff housing.
To Our Volunteers…
Hye Camp would not be possible without the sacrifices and dedication of our amazing volunteers. We are eternally grateful for all you have done and will continue to do.
