Day Camp
Summer Staff

Day Camp Counselors

Be part of the exciting next chapter of The Pines’ mission and ministry!

As we launch our first season of Day Camp, we are looking for some amazing men and women to serve as Counselors in a new and growing program. You’ll be part of the pioneer group of Day Camp Counselors, helping us to build the vision of bringing The Pines to the city!

In the same spirit of Big Sandy Camp, we are on a mission to bring youth to encounter Jesus through faith, fun, and friendship — in a place where they feel safe, seen, and empowered.

If you have a passion for working with elementary-age campers and sharing your enthusiasm, joy, and love for your Catholic faith with others, this is the job for you!

Additional Staff Roles

  • JCs: Junior Counselors

    Looking for a way to get involved and serve this summer? Junior Counselors at Day Camp are at least 18 years old and have completed high school. They commit to one week at a time, and they serve in a volunteer capacity.

    From helping counselors run their cabin group discussion, facilitating activities, or helping with behind-the-scene logistics, JCs keep Day Camp running.

  • Media Team Interns

    This crew can be found capturing, documenting, and creating content all day, every day! Media Team internships allow individuals to focus on growing skills and building a portfolio. College credit will be arranged for staff members looking for a fun and meaningful internship over the summer.

    This team includes but is not limited to: photographers, videographers, photo and/or video editors, digital graphic and motion designers, broadcast media students, and social media creators.

  • Senior Staff

    Our Senior Staff team is comprised of college-age young adults who serve as peer leadership for Day Camp. Led by the Day Camp Director, they are responsible for various programs and activities throughout the week.

    They keep camp running by leading activities, catechetics, logistics, and so much more!

 FAQs

  • 2025 Season: Thursday, May 15 through Saturday, June 28

    Senior Staff training: May 12-14

    Pre-season training: May 15 - June 1

    Camper Sessions: June 2-27

  • We ask that our staff commit to training and all four sessions of Day Camp. However, we are sometimes able to work with scheduling conflicts. Please bring up your conflict in your interview.

  • Staff training will be on camp in Big Sandy, Texas.

    All four weeks of 2025 Day Camp are being held at All Saints Catholic School in Dallas, Texas.

  • Day Camp Counselors lead sports and recreation activities each day and play all-camp games alongside campers every afternoon. You will facilitate discussions and lessons with your campers, too.

    We'll teach you everything you need to know during Staff Training!

  • The biggest perk of being on Day Camp Staff in 2025 is that you’ll be on our pioneer team! You will have a blast with campers and fellow staff, and you’ll be able to say that you were one of the first to make this new camp happen.

    In addition, we will provide:

    • meals (Sunday brunch through Friday lunch)

    • housing with fellow counselors either at a campus or host family home

    • bi-weekly direct deposit paycheck

    • opportunities to grow skills as a leader, teacher, and facilitator

    • personal spiritual growth opportunities in an supportive community

    • friendships that will last a lifetime

    • an alumni network of 1500+ former Pines Staff

    • hands-on, resume-building job experiences

    • discounts in the Camp Store

  • Day Camp Counselors will be paid $200 per week.

    Senior Staff members are paid $300 per week.

    Junior Counselors are not paid, but it is a great opportunity to see if being a counselor is a fit for you for future summers!

Qualifications

  • Day Camp counselors should be at least one full year out of high school (generally have completed their freshman year of college). We are looking for people who love their Catholic faith and enjoy working with elementary-age children. Successful counselors will be high-energy, positive, patient, camper-focused, and team-oriented.

  • Senior Staff members should be at least two full years out of high school (typically rising juniors or seniors in college.) A successful Senior Staff member will be passionate about their Catholic faith and sharing it with peers and youth. They will be optimistic team players who are excited about building something new with our Director of Day Camp and Pines Staff. They will always consider ways to be more camper-centered and be interested in best practices for working with elementary-age children.

    Pines Alumni who have previous work experience at The Pines Big Sandy Camp are preferred for these roles. A list of the specific Senior Staff roles for Day Camp will be available soon.

  • Junior Counselors are current high school seniors who will graduate in May 2025. Successful JCs will love their faith, have a growth mindset, and be willing to jump in where needed. They should also love to have lots of fun and serve in children’s ministry!

    Housing and transportation are not provided for Junior Counselors. You must be able to be dropped off and picked up each day. The week will begin on Sunday before the session to meet as a team and prepare.

  • The Media Team positions are tied to the larger team at Big Sandy Camp. Please inquire further to discuss what this will look like for you and the team!