Point O'Pines Camp for Girls
Point O'Pines Camp for Girls
Currently recruiting for the season from June 18th, 2027 to August 14th, 2027.
An overnight summer camp experience like nowhere else, where lifelong friendships are born, confidence is discovered, skills are honed, and fun defines every day. At Point O’Pines Camp for Girls, traditions come alive, dreams are realized, and girls of all ages come together to create lifelong memories. Point O’Pines is nestled in the spectacular Adirondack Mountains.
Located in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains of Up-State New York
- Location
- New York
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 145
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Free housing included for the entire summer along with meals, salary, travel reimbursement, and internship credit (if needed)
- Family housing available
- No
- Single occupancy housing available
- No
- Pet friendly
- No
- Meals
- Provided
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
About Point O'Pines Camp for Girls
At Point O’Pines Camp for Girls, traditions come alive, dreams are realized, and girls of all ages come together to create lifelong memories. Point O’Pines is nestled in the spectacular Adirondack Mountains and lies on a peninsula on Brant Lake. Here, staff will have the unique opportunity to step out of their comfort zone, make unbreakable bonds with people from all over the globe, and impact the lives of young girls that will stick with them, and you, for life. The magic of camp is waiting, and we can't wait for you to join us.
The Employee Experience
Working at the Point is a one of a kind experience, as your days will be jam-packed with never ending fun. From the moment you step foot on our beautiful property, you'll feel the magic! You will have the unique opportunity to create a family atmosphere with the campers and co-counselors who live in your bunk. Not only does working at camp allow you to make an impact on the community, you will also be able to grow in tremendous ways. Summers at Point O'Pines provide our counselors with the opportunity to develop skills in many different domains including conflict resolution, leadership, group management, motivation, and mentoring, all while spending your time in the great outdoors.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal staff member at Point O'Pines is someone who loves kids and wants to make a difference in their lives, all while learning and growing alongside them yourself. If you love spending time outdoors and want to spend your summer making memories to last a lifetime, POP is the place for you! Former camp experience is not required.
Room and Board
Room, board, travel, and internship credit if needed, are all provided. Most staff will live in pine paneled cabins with roughly 6-8 campers and 2-3 other staff members. All cabins have fully equipped bathrooms.
Employee Perks
While at camp food and housing are included. Our staff lounge has free wifi to keep you connected. On days off, those who wish can take the complimentary bus shuttle to the day-off location.
In addition to providing an experience of a lifetime, making friends from all over the world, and mentoring children, POP provides:
- Great Support System
- Laundry
- Competitive Salary
- Travel Reimbursement
- College Internship or Credit
- Organized and independent time off
- Staff Recreation
Getting Here and Getting Around
Staff can drive, fly or take a train to Point O'Pines. Those staff that fly or take the train will be picked up at those specific locations and will be driven to camp. Parking is available for those that drive. We will work with you to figure out the best and easiest mode of transportation. A travel reimbursement is provided at the completion of the summer contract.
For Fun
Although spending time on our beautiful property is a great perk, we are lucky to be located in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York. Hiking, biking, camping, and exploring the Lake George area are just a few of the amazing opportunities you'll have on your time off during the summer. One day a week you will get a chance to venture off camp and explore the area surrounding our summer home. Activities to partake in off camp include but are not limited to:
Adirondack Extreme; a high ropes course only 15 minutes from camp.
Tubby Tubes; tube down the gorgeous Hudson River.
White Water Rafting
Warren County Bike Path
Great Escape, Six Flags
Revolutionary Rail Co.; a scenic rail bike adventure featuring easy-to-pedal rides with river and mountain views
Painted Pony Rodeo
Saratoga Race Course
Saratoga County Fair
Glens Falls Dragons Baseball
Enchanted Forest Water Safari
The list goes on!
Current Job Openings
Providing daily health care to campers and staff, including assessing and treating illnesses, injuries, and potential emergencies
Managing medications, including safely storing, documenting, and administering them according to camp policy and physician orders
Review campers’ health forms and keep up-to-date health records and incident reports
Communicate with parents, guardians, and physicians about campers’ health needs as appropriate
Coordinate with local medical providers, urgent care, and hospitals when higher-level care is needed
Support campers with special medical needs, allergies, or dietary restrictions
Promote healthy habits, including hydration, sun safety, hygiene, and rest
Keep the health center clean, organized, and fully stocked
Follow camp, state, and local health regulations and guide camp leadership on health and safety matters
Provide basic wellness and emotional support to homesick or struggling campers
Current license as an RN, LPN valid in New York or eligible to practice there
Experience in pediatrics, school nursing, emergency care, or a related field preferred
Prior camp experience is a plus but not required
Warm, patient, and calm in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to work as part of a team and live on-site at camp
Willing to complete a background check and reference checks
Coach girls in our state-of-the-art, 25-station fitness center or lead classes in step aerobics, pilates, yoga, spin classes or circuit training
Help each camper set personal fitness goals for the summer and cheer her on as she reaches them
Teach skills and healthy habits that campers can carry home and use for life
Bringing contagious energy, creativity, and encouragement to every session
Oversee all waterfront activities, including swimming, boating, sailing, and water skiing
Help train, supervise, support, and evaluate all lifeguards and waterfront staff
Enforce safety protocols in line with American Red Cross and camp standards
Assist with emergency procedures, drills, and incident response
Provide active supervision and positive engagement with campers
Conduct daily safety checks of waterfront areas and equipment
Monitor weather and water conditions for camper safety
Serve as acting Waterfront Director when needed
Participate in camp-wide events, evening activities, and assist in other camp areas as needed
Support camp operations with additional duties as assigned by Camp Directors
Ability to remain active and maintain a high level of energy for extended periods, including walking, running, standing, and participating in physical activities
Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for tasks such as moving supplies, setting up activities, or assisting campers
Stamina and agility to respond quickly to emergencies or situations requiring immediate attention or intervening in high-energy activities
Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, and rain
Must be at least 21 years old
Must be available for the full camp season: Early June - August
Current certifications in Lifeguarding & First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguard Management, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) (or willing to obtain prior to the camp season)
Prior experience managing waterfront activities in a camp or similar setting
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to train and supervise staff effectively
Knowledge of boating, water skiing, and other aquatic programs
Familiarity with American Red Cross or equivalent water safety standards
General Counselor
Point O'Pines is hiring enthusiastic, outgoing and dedicated staff to work with children ages 7-15. General Counselors are big sisters to our campers during the summer. As a General Counselor you live with the campers and other co-counselors in a cabin and have opportunities to assist in a wide variety of daily activities and sports. You serve as a role model to help our campers navigate camp life.
We are looking for outgoing leaders that want to make a difference and be part of an amazing inspiring community. The specialty of a General Counselor is the kids themselves! This is an excellent opportunity to be creative, fun, hard working and part of a great team!
Get ready to gain hands-on experience and leadership opportunities, while building skills that any future employer is looking for, such as flexibility, adaptability, initiative, self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, productivity, accountability, leadership and responsibility. The job of a counselor is multi-faceted. Your spirit, creativity and leadership is paramount. Summer camp is an immersive, full time, 24-hour job. Flexibility, responsibility and stamina are key attributes for our staff to possess. Working with kids is a challenging job but one of the most rewarding job experiences you will ever have.
Outdoor Adventure Specialist
As an Outdoor Adventure Specialist, you’ll lead campers out of their comfort zones and into some of the best moments of their summer: unplugged, outside, and ready for anything.
In this position you will have the opportunity to help us launch our brand-new rock wall, guide our campers on hikes in the local area, canoe trips down the river, overnights at our farm (10 min away from camp), and lead off-camp trips to a local ropes course.
Working at camp is about stepping out of your comfort zone and creating memories that will last a lifetime while being disconnected and getting outside. Spending time in the amazing Adirondack Mountains is a great benefit of Point O'Pines.
The ideal candidate is someone who loves to be outdoors and has experience in climbing, ropes courses, hiking, canoeing, or other outdoor adventure activities (the more, the better).
Waterfront Staff: Swim, Sail, Canoe, Kayak, Water ski
POP is looking for experienced swim, sail, canoe, kayak or water ski instructors to join our Waterfront Team this summer. All Instructors should be experienced, and have a background in the specific area of the waterfront they are looking to work in, as well as coaching and instructing experience is an asset.
We will provide American Red Cross Lifeguard and WSI certification during Orientation to all waterfront staff regardless of current certification status.
Our Waterfront Instructors teach campers, ages 7-15 with varying abilities and experience in the water. Instructors will be responsible, along with the Waterfront Director, for creating and implementing lesson plans, tracking camper progress, as well as lifeguarding duties when not teaching.
Nurse
Point O’Pines is looking for a caring, dependable nurse to help keep our campers and staff healthy and happy all summer. You’ll work in our health center as part of the medical team. This highly efficient team is led by our Camp Medical Director who is a Primary Care Physician with a specialty in Family Medicine in the Adirondack region. She works closely with our other camp doctors and nurses, providing her expert guidance during the summer. As a camp nurse, responsibilities expected include but are not limited to:
Qualifications
This is a great fit for nurses who enjoy working with young people and want a different kind of summer than a hospital or clinic offers.
FItness Coach
As a member of our fitness team, you’ll help campers discover that moving their bodies can be fun, empowering, and instill in campers a desire to stay fit for life. Our program mixes indoor and outdoor activities, so there’s always something new to try as well as to maximize the interest of campers.
As a fitness coach you will have the opportunity to
Equestrian Instructor
The Point O’Pines Farm is home to our extensive English riding program. Caring professional instructors introduce beginning riders to our horses and riding, while more advanced riders are assessed by the instructors so that individual programs can be developed to fit their specific needs.
Our small group lessons provide an ideal opportunity for riders of every level to learn from experienced staff. We have numerous horses appropriate for every level of rider. Our staff takes great care in matching each rider with the most suitable horse. Instructional facilities include our dressage arena, an oversized jumping and cross-country field and two large circle arenas. Our 500-acre farm provides miles of country trails.
Along with instruction, horseback staff will be responsible for maintaining the barn and caring for the horses, making sure they are clean and well kept for daily riding sessions.
Summer Camp Assistant Waterfront Director
Position Overview
The Assistant Waterfront Director is responsible for supporting the safe and effective operation of all camp waterfront activities. This includes helping to manage a team of lifeguards, maintaining safety protocols, and creating a fun, engaging environment for campers. The Assistant Waterfront Director works alongside the Waterfront Director to ensure that all waterfront operations run smoothly while upholding the highest standards of safety and program quality.
Key Responsibilities
Physical Requirements
Qualifications
How to Apply
For more information please feel free to email our Staffing Coordinator, Cami, at cami@pointopines.com
Apply directly on our website via the link below!
Contact Info
- Cami Churchfield
- cami@pointopines.com
- (518) 494-3213
- www.pointopines.com
