Position Information

Posted
Jan 30, 2026

Closes
Mar 2, 2026

Description

Duties:

Are you ready to make this summer unforgettable? Camp Easterseals Virginia (ESVA) is the place for you! We’re hiring passionate and energetic Camp Counselors to join us in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of New Castle, VA. At Camp ESVA, you’ll build meaningful connections, spark joy, and play a key role in providing life-changing experiences for children and adults of all abilities. This is more than a job — it’s a summer that will stay with you forever.

Your Role in Our Mission: As a Camp Counselor, you’ll help create a positive, inclusive environment for our campers. You’ll work closely with assigned camper(s) to support them in a variety of daily activities -everything from arts and crafts and adapted sports to swimming and campfires. You’ll also assist with personal care tasks like transfers, feeding, dressing, and other needs, ensuring that every camper has a safe, enjoyable experience.

Why You’ll Love This Job: Working at Camp ESVA is so much more than a summer job—it’s about making a real difference while having fun and growing personally and professionally.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay: (Details are listed in the question portion of the application)
• Room & Board: All meals, including s’mores, and accommodations are provided.
• Climate-Controlled Cabins
• Biweekly Salary Bonuses for referrals and returning staff!
• Team Atmosphere: Work alongside passionate people from around the world.
• Professional Development: Gain invaluable experience working with individuals with disabilities—a great addition to resumes for those pursuing careers in education, healthcare, social work, and more.
• Days Off: Enjoy two full days off between each camp session to relax, recharge, and explore the surrounding area.
• Beautiful Location: Work in a serene, wooded environment with activities like zip-lining, canoeing, and horseback riding just steps away.

Job Requirements:

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: High school diploma or GED required (some college coursework preferred)
• Skills: Compassion, dedication, and a heart for helping others
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Physically able to lift and assist with transfers (up to 45 lbs) and assist with other personal care tasks. Must be comfortable with bending and kneeling.
• Be able to commit to a minimum of 4 weeks at our camp!

How to apply:

https://eastersealsport.com/job-search/?_careers_search=new%20castle

Salary
Competitive Pay: (Details are listed in the question portion of the application)

Specific hours
Be able to commit to a minimum of 4 weeks at our camp!

Duration of position
Mid may - Early August

Employer Information

Contact
Amber Bradley

Phone
540-864-5750

Email
camp@eastersealsPort.com

Website
https://eastersealsport.com/job-search/?_careers_search=new%20castle

Address
900 Camp Easterseals Rd. , New Castle, VA,