Camp Rim Rock
Camp Rim Rock
Situated on 500 acres in West Virginia, Camp Rim Rock is one of the finest overnight camps for girls in the country. Our campers range in ages from 6 to 15. Working at camp is the experience of a lifetime. The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
Along the Cacapon River in Yellow Spring, West Virginia - just 2 hours from Washington, D.C.
- Location
- West Virginia
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 50 - 70
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Family housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
About Camp Rim Rock
Founded in 1952, Camp Rim Rock is a traditional all-girls overnight summer camp located in Yellow Spring, WV. We're situated on 500 acres along the Cacapon River with excellent facilities including a private lake and beach, swimming pools, horseback riding rings, sports fields, amphitheater, tennis courts, arts & crafts pavilion, pottery studio, and so much more! Our campers range in age from 6 to 15 and participate in all activities daily. For 72 years, Camp Rim Rock's legacy of teamwork, community, and fun lives on through our current campers and staff!
The Employee Experience
Working at camp is the experience of a lifetime. The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends. Working at camp will make you a better person. And that you'll take with you wherever you go. Many staff members describe their employment at Camp Rim Rock as the BEST summer of their life, and you will too!
Counselors spend their summers working, living, eating, and playing with campers and their fellow camp community. Camp will help you master real-life problem-solving skills, and you will gain invaluable qualities for your resume. As a counselor, you will have a significant and positive influence on the lives of children, and you will also gain a network of peer relations with people from around the world.
You'll have a fantastic time at Camp Rim Rock if you have an outgoing personality, a good sense of humor, strong teaching skills in your activity area, good leadership ability, and experience in supervising and instructing children.
Being a camp counselor is not all fun and games. Camp counselors need to be flexible and prepared for anything. Your first priority should always be the needs of your campers. Your own personal example influences campers not just by what you say, but also by what you do. We want our counselors to “lead by example.”
That being said: Being a camp counselor will be one of the most rewarding jobs you ever have!
Ideal Candidate
You'll have a fantastic time at Camp Rim Rock if you have an outgoing personality, a good sense of humor, strong teaching skills in your activity area, good leadership ability, and experience in supervising and instructing children. It is also essential that staff members be strong role models for our campers. And because we're working with kids, we have strict policies in many areas including alcohol, smoking, curfew, etc.
While it is preferable that our staff members have some experience working with children, this is not a prerequisite. The capacity to provide warm, mature guidance is most important. This is your chance to let your creative energy flow! We consider our staff to be talented and inspiring young women. They are invaluable at Rim Rock. We invite you to join this successful team.
Room and Board
Room, board, and laundry service is provided! Counselors live in screened cabins with the campers. Bath houses are steps away from the cabins with great water pressure and modern amenities. There are two staff houses on camp with wifi, TV, and lockers for electronics and other personal items. Meals are served family-style in our dining hall, and we are able to accommodate most dietary restrictions.
Employee Perks
Camp will cover the cost of any additional training required for your role, such as lifeguard certifications, CPR/First Aid, or archery instructor certification.
Getting Here and Getting Around
Some counselors choose to drive to camp in their own vehicles so that they have use of them on their days off. We also pick up arriving staff from Washington Dulles or Reagan National airports. Camp Rim Rock is about 2 hours from Washington DC, and we are always happy to help figure out travel logistics for our staff!
For Fun
Camp Rim Rock is close to many outdoor attractions and activities such as white water rafting, hiking trails, and national parks. We are also located near Berkeley Springs, a historic spa and art-filled town.
There is also a lot to do on camp property during time off - with 500 acres there is plenty of space to hike, bike, swim, stargaze, and just relax in nature.
Current Job Openings
- Minimum age of 18
- Applicants must have completed at least one year of college.
- Applicants must be individuals with high moral character and a strong work ethic. Working in camp and counseling children is hard work!
- We expect our staff members to be excellent role models for our campers. Previous experience working with children is preferred. The capacity to provide warm, mature guidance is most important.
- Camp Rim Rock is a non-smoking camp.
- Depending upon the specialty position, certification, if available, may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally, should have experience teaching the activity.
- Travel allowance is available.
- Room, board & laundry services are provided. You have no expenses!
- Nights-off and days-off are scheduled throughout the summer.
- Internet Access. Stay in touch with family and friends!
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime. The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- For more information about Camp Rim Rock please visit www.camprimrock.com
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- Minimum age of 18
- Previous experience working with children is preferred. The capacity to provide warm, mature guidance is most important.
- Depending upon the specialty position, certification, if available, may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally, should have experience teaching the activity.
- Travel allowance is available!
- Room, board & laundry services are provided. You have no expenses!
- Nights-off and days-off are scheduled throughout the summer.
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime. The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- APPLY NOW
- Teach 3 to 5 sports lessons and instruct all age groups.
- Sports counselor can specialize in the following areas: tennis, golf, volleyball, basketball, softball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, football, rugby, and archery.
- Assist other staff in caring for children in the unit in which they live.
- All staff live in cabins with campers, and have daily responsibilities within the Unit.
- Applicants must have completed at least one year of college.
- Applicants must be individuals with high moral character and strong work ethic - working in camp and counseling children is hard work!
- Depending upon specialty position/program area, certification (if available) may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally should have experience teaching the activity.
- Camp Rim Rock will certify staff interested in teaching archery or becoming a lifeguard.
- Room, board, & laundry services are provided.
- Travel allowance is available.
- Internet access - stay in touch with family and friends!
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime, The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community, and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- APPLY NOW
- Performing Arts counselors teach either Dance, Drama, or Chorus.
- Plan/teach 2 to 3 lessons per day.
- Prepare campers for end of session performance nights.
- Assist other staff in caring for children in the unit in which they live.
- All staff live in cabins with campers, and have daily responsibilities within the Unit.
- Applicants must have completed at least one year of college.
- Applicants must be individuals with high moral character and strong work ethic - working in camp and counseling children is hard work!
- Depending upon specialty position/program area, certification (if available) may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally should have experience teaching the activity.
- Room, board, & laundry services are provided.
- Travel allowance is available.
- Internet access - stay in touch with family and friends!
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime, The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community, and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- APPLY NOW
- Work within a team to supervise all age groups at Camp Rim Rock's two pools, lake, and river.
- Train at camp to become a lifeguard or come already certified.
- Assist other staff in caring for children in the unit in which they live.
- All staff live in cabins with campers, and have daily responsibilities within the Unit.
- Applicants must have completed at least one year of college.
- Applicants must be individuals with high moral character and strong work ethic - working in camp and counseling children is hard work!
- Depending upon specialty position/program area, certification (if available) may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally should have experience teaching the activity.
- Camp Rim Rock will certify staff interested in teaching kayaking and/or standup paddle-board.
- Room, board, & laundry services are provided.
- Travel allowance is available.
- Internet access - stay in touch with family and friends!
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime, The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community, and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- APPLY NOW
- Plan & teach 3 to 5 pottery lessons per day.
- Instruct campers on hand-building, pottery wheel, and glazing techniques.
- All staff live in cabins with campers, and have daily responsibilities within the Unit.
- Applicants must be individuals with high moral character and strong work ethic - working in camp and counseling children is hard work!
- Depending upon specialty position/program area, certification (if available) may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally should have experience teaching the activity.
- Camp Rim Rock will provide training on how to safely operate our kilns.
- Room, board, & laundry services are provided.
- Travel allowance is available!
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime, The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community, and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- APPLY NOW
- Lead team of camp lifeguards to supervise all age groups at Camp Rim Rock's two pools, lake, and river.
- Train at camp to become a lifeguard or come already certified.
- Assist other staff in caring for children in the unit in which you live.
- All staff live in cabins with campers, and have daily responsibilities within the Unit.
- Applicants must be individuals with high moral character and strong work ethic - working in camp and counseling children is hard work!
- Depending upon specialty position/program area, certification (if available) may be required. In any event, staff members applying for an instructor position must have extensive personal experience participating in the activity, must have demonstrated expertise in the activity, and ideally should have experience teaching the activity.
- Camp Rim Rock will certify staff in teaching kayaking and/or standup paddle-board.
- Room, board, & laundry services are provided.
- Travel allowance is available.
- Internet access - stay in touch with family and friends!
- Our top caliber staff is recruited from across the world and provides a unique social experience for our counselors and supervisors.
- Working at Camp Rim Rock is the experience of a lifetime, The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community, and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
- APPLY NOW
- Provide English riding instruction in ring lessons, trail riding, river rides, and stable management up to 6 lessons per day.
- Work in a team to provide general care to our 70 horses and the tack, barns, and stalls.
- Applicants should have extensive experience working with horses, must have demonstrated equestrian expertise, and ideally should have experience teaching horseback riding lessons to others.
- While previous experience working with children is preferred, the capacity to provide warm, mature guidance is most important.
- Room, board, & laundry services are provided.
- Travel allowance is available!
- Salary is negotiable, and is based on experience.
- APPLY NOW
- Responsible for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for camp population of up to 225 campers and staff.
- Manager is responsible for ordering food, as well as scheduling and training kitchen staff.
- Follow pre-determined weekly menu, taking into account any dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Knowledge and experience in preparing meals in large quantities.
- Aware of the guidelines of food safety and food sanitation.
- Safe Serve certification and documented food service experience required for manager position.
- Housing onsite is available.
- Summer job salary up to $10,000.00.
- APPLY NOW
Girls Summer Camp Counselor
Counselors oversee campers and help maintain their daily routine. General responsibilities include identifying and meeting camper’s needs as well as assisting the Unit and Activity Heads. General counselors not only accompany campers to and from activities they also assist and participate in all activity areas and in the Unit. Activity counselors provide lessons and instruct all age groups in one or more activity areas. They work in the areas of horseback riding, performing arts, aquatics, sports and fine arts and crafts.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
Horseback Riding Counselor
Looking for experienced riders to provide English riding instruction in ring lessons, trail riding, swim with horses, and stable management. Work on a team to provide general care to the horses, tack, and barns. Assist other counselors in caring for children in the unit in which you live, when not at the barn. But most importantly, be good role models for girls and create friendships that will last a lifetime.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
Sports Counselor
Summer Employment Dates: June 10th through August 13th (End date flexible).
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits
Performing Arts Counselor
Camp Rim Rock is seeking enthusiastic performing arts counselors to join our staff this summer!
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits
Aquatics Counselor/Lifeguard
You'll have a fantastic time at Camp Rim Rock if you have an outgoing personality, a good sense of humor, strong teaching skills in your activity area, good leadership ability, and experience in supervising and instructing children. We expect our staff members to be excellent role models for our campers. While previous experience working with children is preferred, the capacity to provide warm, mature guidance is most important.
Summer Employment Dates: June 10th through August 13th (End date flexible).
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits
Pottery/Ceramics Counselor
You'll have a fantastic time at Camp Rim Rock if you have an outgoing personality, a good sense of humor, strong teaching skills in your activity area, good leadership ability, and experience in supervising children. We expect our staff members to be excellent role models for our campers. While previous experience working with children is preferred, the capacity to provide warm, mature guidance is most important.
Summer Employment Dates: June 12th through August 13th (Dates flexible!)
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits
Head Waterfront Counselor/Lifeguard
Camp Rim Rock, an all-girls overnight camp located 2 hours outside of Washington DC, is looking for a motivated and hard-working Head Waterfront Counselor to add to our summer staff. Situated on 500 acres, our campers range in age from 6 to 15.
Summer Employment Dates: June 10th through August 13th
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits
Horseback Riding Instructor
Camp Rim Rock, an all-girls sleep away camp, is looking for horseback riding instructors to add to our summer staff. We're located in Yellow Spring, West Virginia - just 20 minutes outside of Winchester, Virginia and 2 hours from Washington, D.C. We hire staff from across the country, and cover the cost of travel for staff coming in from out of state.
Summer Employment Dates: Now through August 15th (Dates flexible!)
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits
Summer Camp Kitchen Manager/Cook
Seeking Cooks & Kitchen Manager for a children's summer camp located in Yellow Spring, WV. Summer season runs from mid-June to mid-August.
Responsibilities and Duties
Qualifications and Skills
Benefits and Perks
How to Apply
Please apply online or email Joe Greitzer at joe@camprimrock.comOnce we receive your application, we will reach out to schedule a phone or zoom interview to get to know you better and talk more about camp!
Contact Info
- Joe Greitzer
- joe@camprimrock.com
- (347) 746-7625
- www.camprimrock.com
