Summer Staff 2027

Each summer we hire 15–25 amazing people to join our staff team! Together we get to share Jesus, impact hundreds of campers, and make summer camp happen for local churches. If you’re ready for a summer of growth, fun, and ministry, apply today- spots are limited!

Why You’ll Love Being on Staff:

  • Get Trained on Camp Activities! (climbing wall, archery, boats, river tubing… you name it!)

  • Live, Laugh, & Love Jesus with your fellow summer staff

  • Grow in Your Faith through daily devotionals, worship, gospel-centered teaching, and discipleship training.

  • Make Lifelong Friendships that go way beyond summer.

  • Enjoy Camp Perks - from late-night campfires to swims in the lake - during your time off.

  • All Meals & Housing Included (yep, no rent or grocery bills all summer long!).

  • Have the Best Summer Ever while making a difference in the lives of hundreds of campers.

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Looking for the best summer of your life? Join us at Dickson Valley where you’ll grow in your faith, make lifelong friends, and help hundreds of campers experience Jesus in a fun, unforgettable way!

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Options:

  • Counselor or Support Staff Roles

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The Basics:

  • Staff Training kicks off Monday, May 24th

  • Camp season runs through Saturday, August 7th

  • Summer Break (mid-summer time off!): Saturday July 3rd-Sunday July 11th

  • Work hard Monday–Saturday (with Sundays off!)

  • Pay is based on role & experience- $450/week

  • Live in on-site housing and participate in staff activity times, worship nights, small group, and morning devos

  • Meals provided when kitchen is serving (help yourself to leftovers when its not!)

  • Enjoy camp on your time off (think: climbing wall, lake, campfires)

Past staff say camp will…

“Change your life!”

“Dickson Valley is a place of growth, building connections, and learning to love and serve others better. If you are up for the challenge, apply!”

“I highly recommend it. It will help you grow and mature spiritually and mentally.”

“Do it! It will change your life.”