The Indian Trails Camp Inc·Grand Rapids, Michigan
The Respite Camp Counselor supports campers with disabilities by facilitating activities, providing physical assistance, and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment. They collaborate with staff to manage medical and behavioral needs while serving as a positive role model.
Make an Impact. Have Fun. Change Lives. Flexible weekends. Unforgettable experiences.
We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic, responsible, and compassionate individuals to join our team of Respite Camp Counselors for our Weekend Respite Camps (Friday–Sunday) and One-Day Camps (Specific Saturdays only) throughout 2026-2027. Pick the weekends that work for YOU—we’ll schedule around your availability!
Ready for a weekend that changes lives—including your own? Spend your weekends immersed in 30 acres of beautiful forest, surrounded by laughter, adventure, and community. As a Respite Camp Counselor, you’ll help create unforgettable experiences for campers with physical, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities—while forming meaningful friendships, gaining valuable skills, and making a difference that lasts a lifetime.
IKUS Life Enrichment Services ikuslife.org [https://ikuslife.org/] We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma and the ability to lift 50+ lbs. A clear background check and the ability to work in an outdoor camp setting are required.
Market context
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