Overview

Camp CONNRI in Ashford, Connecticut, is looking to hire the following positions for Summer 2026.

Stipend, housing, meals, bedding, laundry, and recreational facilities provided. The stipend amount is based on working the entire summer program. Any unscheduled time off will result in a prorated stipend.
Location: 28 Happy Hill Lane, Ashford, CT
Apply Online at Camp Staff Application

TitleStart DateEnd DateSummerStipendMin AgeGRACE Team Member2026-06-152026-08-03$1,500.0014Housekeeping & Laundry Assistant2026-06-152026-08-03$2,000.0015Camp Counselor2026-06-152026-08-03$2,000.0016Canteen & Laundry Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,400.0016Lifeguard2026-06-152026-08-03$2,500.0016Office Assistant2026-06-152026-08-03$2,400.0016Archery Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,800.0018Arts & Crafts Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,600.0018Christian Education Coordinator2026-06-032026-08-03$3,000.0018Dining Hall Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,600.0018Food Service Coordinator & Cook2026-06-012026-08-03$5,500.0018GRACE Team Coordinator2026-06-032026-08-03$2,600.0018Kitchen Assistant & Cook2026-06-152026-08-03$3,000.0018Maintenanance Assistant2026-06-152026-08-03$2,000.0018Nature & Pioneering Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,600.0018Nurse Assistant2026-06-152026-08-03$2,400.0018PreCamp Staff2026-05-082026-06-01$1,500.0018Ropes Course & Rockwall Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,800.0018Senior Camp Counselor2026-06-152026-08-03$2,400.0018Staff Kids Camp Counselor2026-06-152026-08-03$2,400.0018STEM Coordinator2026-06-152026-08-03$2,400.0018 Nurse2026-06-032026-08-03$10,500.0021Campus Ministries Coordinator 2026-06-032026-08-03$3,000.0021Chief Camp Counselor2026-06-012026-08-03$2,600.0021Waterfront Coordinator2026-06-012026-08-03$3,000.0021

Responsibilities

Dependent on position, however, all camp staff...

Abide by the Camp’s Personnel Policies and Practices as outlined in the Employee Manuals, including the requirement that all domestic staff leave the campgrounds during all staff breaks and between camping periods; and that smoking, drinking of alcoholic beverages, use of illegal drugs, and/or immoral conduct during the period of this agreement will be grounds for immediate dismissal.
Attend and participate in daily devotions, evening programs, and weekly Lord’s Day Worship Service.
Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
Do not attempt to teach any differing views of doctrine or practices, or to press them upon other staff members, campers, or guests while employed by The Salvation Army.
Enthusiastically participate in the total camping program.
Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
Lead evening cabin devotions with campers as requested.
Participate in end-of-camp cleanup, addressing all living areas, program areas, and general camp areas.
Participate in the Total Camping Program.
Participate in weekly Staff Bible Study and Vespers.
Participate in planning, delivering, and supervising evening programs, special events, camp activities, and other camp functions.
Perform assigned administrative duties on each session's opening and closing days.
Provide a consistent, positive, Christian example to campers and staff.
Serve as a positive and professional representative of The Salvation Army.
Sit with campers at all programs and in the dining hall as scheduled.
Strive to be a personal example in conduct, conversation, and attitude consistent with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Learn more about The Salvation Army's Camp CONNRI at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/camp-connri/

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Current job openings

Summer Christian Camp Staff (room and meals included)