Covenant Point is looking for individuals who want to join us in presenting campers with the claims of Jesus Christ and encouraging them in their next steps of faith.

In addition to having a committed, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, we also require applicants to:

• Be at least 18 years of age by the start of their employment.
• Seek to strengthen and grow their own relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Encourage and contribute to a healthy staff community and team.
• Be able and willing to serve in and outside their job description.
• Demonstrate willingness to work hard, be flexible and responsible at all times.

Some positions require additional certifications:

• Lifeguard Certification for those who need or desire to be certified will need to take place prior to your arrival at CPBC. Lifeguard certification is valid for 2 years. CPBC will reimburse you for the cost of your successful LG training up to $300, plus pay all lifeguard certified staff an extra $30 weekly. This is a bonus for anyone who receives an approved lifeguard certification and serves as a lifeguard while on staff (whether your primary position is lifeguard, counselor, or another programming role). Lifeguard certification must be obtained prior to arrival and expenses will be reimbursed up to $300, pending successful completion. (Note: some positions require lifeguard certification)
• First Aid / CPR / AED Certification (required for ALL staff, who do not have lifeguard certification) will be during our first week of staff training, or will be a blended option partially online prior to arrival and in-person after you arrive at CPBC. For those who are trained as lifeguards, CPR is included in Lifeguard Training, therefore anyone certified as a lifeguard does not need additional CPR certification. If you cannot be here for this training, you are required to be trained prior to your camp arrival.
• Wilderness & Remote First Aid Certification at CPBC (for those who require it): Offered at CPBC possibly as early as June 1, 2025 for those requiring it.
• WFR Certification for Trip Guides: Dates are yet to be determined, but likely mid-May. Trip guides MUST be present for this training.

Salary ranges typically from $1,500-$3,000 for the summer, depending on position, how many previous summers the applicant has worked, and others. Lodging and meals are provided for the entire duration of employment.

Base Pay Structure & Job Description:

• Counselors: $220 per week (must be 18+ by start date. Lifeguard certification is not required, though it is strongly desired, and we may prioritize hiring counselors who will obtain LG certification)
• Program/Operations: $220 per week (must be 18+. Though lifeguard certification is not required for all program positions, it is strongly desired, and we may prioritize hiring applicants who will obtain LG certification):
  • • Videographer
    • Photographer / Social Media Director
    • Ropes & Boats Director*
    • AV Tech*
    • Student Nurse*
    • Grounds Assistant
    • Arts & Crafts Director
    • Canteen Director (1-2)
    • Lifeguard / Ropes Assistant (2-4) (lifeguard certification required)
    • Island Cook
    • * indicates that this role is sometimes combined with another role.
• Assistant Cook (2): $300 per week
• Leadership staff: $240 per week (must be 18+ and at least one year out of high school, some positions require 21+. Though lifeguard certification is not required for all program positions, it is strongly desired, and we may prioritize hiring applicants who will obtain LG certification):
  • • Program Director(2) (previous camp experience desired)
    • Island Director (2) (21+, lifeguard, wilderness & remote first aid required)
    • Trip Guide (2) (21+, lifeguard, wilderness first responder training required – offered through CPBC – Dates are TBD, but likely mid-May).
    • Work Crew Mentor(2) * (21+, lifeguard)
    • Waterfront Director (21+, lifeguard)
    • Grounds Supervisor
    • Worship Director*
    • Priority for these roles is given to those who have camp staff experience.
    • * indicates that this role is sometimes combined with another role.

Staff Bonuses:

• Full Summer Bonus: Work the entire 10-week  duration of the summer camp staffing period (June 8-August 14) and receive a $200 bonus.
• Referral Bonus: If you refer a new staff member who accepts a job offer from Covenant Point and works a minimum of seven weeks (including the entire 2-week staff training), you will receive a bonus of $200. No limits on referrals!
• Returning Staff Bonus: For previous staff members who submit an application by November 1, and accept a position by December 1, you will receive a $400 bonus. Additionally, returning staff get an additional $15 per week, per year, added to summer salary based on how many previous summers worked. Maximum of $45 per week. This does not apply to summers spent on work crew.
• North Park University Grant: Prospective and current North Park University students are eligible to receive up to $2,000 in a camp grant from North Park for the following academic year after serving at Covenant Point for the summer. See more details here!
• Lifeguard Certification and Reimbursement: Receive an extra $30 weekly for becoming a Covenant Point lifeguard. This is a bonus for anyone who receives an approved lifeguard certification and serves as a lifeguard while on staff (whether your primary position is lifeguard, counselor, or another programming role). Lifeguard certification must be obtained prior to arrival and expenses will be reimbursed up to $300, pending successful completion. (Note: some positions require lifeguard certification)
• Need-Based Wage Grant: Apply for a need-based grant to help supplement your salary if the regular compensation impedes you from working at camp because of financial strain. Funds are limited and will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis. Grant is based on the number of weeks served and level of need. Grant applications are open. Grant applications and employment applications are each processed separately. Grant applications are confidential and have no bearing on hiring decisions. You can find the application here.

The full summer 2025 employment is ten weeks (Sunday, June 8 – Thursday, August 14, ), but longer for leadership positions and others who opt to start early. Hiring priority will be given to staff who are able to be here the entire summer.

Start dates vary based on the applicant and position. These will be decided upon and communicated between the hiring team and the applicant on an individual basis. Staff training for all officially begins June 8 and summer staff employment concludes on August 14 after a celebratory staff dinner the evening of August 13.

For those seeking lifeguard certification, training must be obtained prior to arrival, but CPR/First Aid/AED training is provided during the first week of staff training for staff who do not already have CPR or lifeguard certification (if you must miss this training, you are responsible for obtaining it outside of camp prior to arrival).

Staff training is required for all staff members. Some exceptions can be made upon request/needs.

Start Dates:

• Leadership staff training begins Monday, June 2, 2025. 
• General staff training for ALL POSITIONS begins Sunday, June 8, 2025.
• Trip Guide Training:
  • WFR Training: Dates and location TBD, but likely mid-May.
  • Trip guide training onsite: May 26-29, 2025.
• Staff training for ALL begins Sunday, June 8, 2025.
• If you wish to join us earlier, we'll be hosting a large rental group May 11 - June 15. Please inquire with dustin@cpbc.com about the possibility of joining us for an early start to employment prior to staff training.

End Dates:

• You may request time off if necessary, but we may not be able to accommodate it.
• Summer staff employment ends Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Application Steps:

1. Read the CPBC Summer Staff 2025 Introduction Letter & Summer Staff Covenant – Please read before applying.
2. Complete the Summer Staff 2025 Application (OPENS OCT 15, 2024) – Please apply using your own account with an email address you check regularly. If you’ve applied in the past, you should already have an account. If this is your first time, you’ll need to create an account linked to an email that you check regularly. Decisions regarding staffing will be communicated to the email address that you use. Before applying for a job, please see qualifications and job descriptions for position(s) listed above.
3. Send the Summer Staff 2025 Reference Form to three references and ask them to fill it out promptly – All applicants must have three references (professional, personal, academic, or spiritual) submitted through our online reference form. Applicants are responsible for directing their references to the link. References may not be relatives or peers or anyone currently employed or seeking employment at Covenant Point. At least one reference must be from someone who can describe your faith journey.
4. Wait for an followup email from year-round staff at Covenant Point to schedule and interview time. Reply to the email to schedule an interview.
5. Interview via phone or video chat.
6. Our team will contact your references in the meantime (once they are submitted).
7. Hiring decisions will be made and an email will be sent to you.  If you are hired, please reply to accept the offer.
8. A work agreement will be sent out in the spring for you to sign and return.