Camp Summit
Camp Summit
Currently recruiting for the season from May 8th, 2026 to August 10th, 2026.
Camp Summit is a residential or “sleep away” camp for children and adults with disabilities. With weeklong camp sessions, weekend sessions and respite days, campers are offered a wide variety of traditional camp activities in our barrier-free environment.
Camp Summit is located in Paradise, Texas, just north of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex on 460 beautiful acres. We are accredited by the American Camp Association and licensed as a Youth Camp in the State of Texas.
- Location
- Texas
- Season
- Summer and Fall
- Staff size
- 100
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Some, ask for details
- Internet access
- Good
About Camp Summit
Camp Summit hires seasonal staff for each fall and summer to fulfill a safe ratio of two campers to every one counselor. Most staff members live in the cabins (your "home away from home") with the campers during their one-week stay. Many of our staff are college students pursuing fields of human interest. We also work with international agencies to recruit personnel from all over the world. Benefits include salary, room and board, laundry facilities, wireless internet, and the experience of a lifetime!
The Employee Experience
Click the link below to see what it's like to work at Camp Summit!
Ideal Candidate
...is caring and compassionate, able to work on a team, open-minded, willing to learn, energetic, enthusiastic, and encouraging.
Room and Board
All staff are provided with a twin-sized bed, a bedside table, and a closet. Most staff live in cabins with campers. 3 meals a day are provided during sessions and on the weekends, food will be provided for the staff to prepare for themselves. All staff have access to free laundry facilities and wireless internet.
Employee Perks
- Build lasting relationships with other staff and campers
- Learn or improve skills that look great on a resume
- Give back to a remarkable group of campers
- Personal growth
Getting Here and Getting Around
Staff will be responsible for their transportation to Texas and to the Dallas/Fort Worth area. A Camp Summit staff member will be available to transport you from an airport, train, or bus station.
During time off, the Staff member on duty will make "town runs" for staff who do not have their own transportation.
For Fun
Staff have many options for entertainment in the area during their designated time off. In addition to the staff lounge (on camp) there are many shops, restaurants, movie theaters, etc. within miles of Camp Summit. During longer breaks, Dallas and Forth Worth are both an easy car or train ride from Paradise.
Current Job Openings
Assist campers with their personal care
Engage is daily camp activities
Transition campers each day through their schedule
Salary
Room and board
Laundry facilities
Wireless internet
Must be 18 years or older
Must be able to commit to 3 month position
Backgrounds we look for: Counselor, special education, teacher, special needs, personal care etc.
Oversee health of all campers, staff, and volunteers at camp
Administer medication for campers
Perform or assist in routine medical procedures such as respiratory treatments, seizure management, routine care for diabetes, feeding tubes, catheters, urostomies, colostomies, wounds, etc.
Perform general first aid
Salary
Room and board
Laundry facilities
Wireless internet
Designated time off
Must be licensed in Texas as a Registered Nurse (or actively in a student nursing program)
Must be 18 years or older
EMT
The Camp EMT ensures the health and safety of all campers, staff, and volunteers by providing emergency medical care and supporting daily healthcare operations at camp. This role involves responding to medical emergencies, administering medications, performing routine medical procedures, and assisting in training seasonal staff as part of the healthcare team.
Camp Counselor
Hiring counselors for a sleep-away camp for children and adults with disabilities in Paradise, Texas. This is a 3-month seasonal position.
Camp Summit is a residential or “sleep away” camp for children and adults with disabilities (ages 6-99). Camp Summit hires seasonal staff each summer and fall to fulfill a safe ratio of two campers to every one staff member. Staff members live in the cabins with the campers during their one-week stay. Many of our staff are college students pursuing fields of human interest, education, special education, special needs, etc.
Camp Counselor Responsibilities
Camp Counselor Benefits
Camp Counselor Qualifications
Camp Summit is looking for candidates with the following qualities: team-player, responsible, ability to think on your feet, willing to pivot when needed, etc.
During weeklong camp sessions, campers are offered a wide variety of traditional camp activities in our barrier-free environment including swimming, archery, ropes course, arts & crafts, sports & games, and more!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $525 per week
To be considered, you MUST fill out our online application here: https://campsummittx.campbrainstaff.com/
Kitchen Staff
Assists the kitchen manager and head cook in the preparation and service of meals while ensuring a safe and sanitary dining experience for our campers and staff. This position involves all aspects of food service operations including: food preparation, dishwashing, service of food, and general cleaning. Local hires may be 16 yrs. + and are not required to live on camp.
Nurse (RN)
Hiring nurses for a sleep-away camp for children and adults with disabilities in Paradise, Texas. This is a 3-month seasonal position.
Camp Summit is a residential or “sleep away” camp for children and adults with disabilities (ages 6-99). Camp Summit hires RNs and Student Nurses each summer and fall to oversee the health and safety of all campers, staff, and volunteers at camp. Nurses live on site at camp during their employed season.
Camp Nurse Responsibilities
Camp Nurse Benefits
Camp Nurse Qualifications
Camp Summit is looking for candidates with the following qualities: team-player, responsible, ability to think on your feet, willing to pivot when needed, etc.
During weeklong camp sessions, campers are offered a wide variety of traditional camp activities in our barrier-free environment including swimming, archery, ropes course, arts & crafts, sports & games, and more!
Job Type: Full-time
Please contact c.amos@campsummittx.org for more information!
Nursing Student
Assist with the health of all campers, staff, and volunteers at camp. Responsibilities include medication administration, routine medical procedures, and first aid under RN supervision. Must have completed at least one semester of nursing school.
How to Apply
After you have submitted your application, we will conduct a phone interview, request references, initiate a criminal background check, and request any additional information as necessary.
Contact Info
- Camp Summit Program Staff
- program@campsummittx.org
- (972) 484-8900
- campsummittx.org
