Summer Staff
Each summer, Hopewell hires counselors, program and support staff to care for the needs of the campers during their week of camp. Potential staff members apply for a position, are interviewed by a director, undergo a background and reference check and experience 2 weeks of intensive staff training to prepare them for the summer ahead. Staff members enjoy the bond that they develop with each other, as well as the relationships that they nurture with their campers. All staff positions are resident positions. Counselors and support staff reside in cabins with campers, while program staff stay in a staff cabin in close range of the other cabins. Program staff serve as mentors and support for counseling staff. Their team is made up of experienced staff members who have acquired certifications and authorizations in special areas, such as Challenge Course, Archery, Arts and Crafts, Lifeguarding and Nature Studies. Program staff members, called Resource Staff, have been counselors in previous summers and serve as leaders during the summer at camp.
Support staff members must be 17 years old to work and assist counselors as well as help out with necessary duties around camp.
Counselors must be 18 years old to work and are directly assigned to cabin groups during the weeks of camp. They are with their campers day and night taking care of their needs and guiding them throughout their camp adventure. Campers develop a strong bond with their counselors, as counselors can make such a positive impact in their lives. Counselors lead and participate with their groups in Bible Studies and camp activities. Being a camp counselor is an amazing responsibility! This sometimes difficult but mostly fun and exhilirating experience can change your life.
If you or someone you know would make a great addition to the Hopewell summer staff, please email Allyson or call at 662-234-2254. Or, you can download a screening form or staff application to send to:
Allyson Ashmore, Program Director
24 CR 231
Oxford, MS 38655
or fax to 662-234-4150.