Join Our Staff Staff FAQs

What makes Crestwood’s staff different?

Crestwood is well known for only hiring counselors of at least college age. The advantage for Crestwood is that our children are supervised by mature and responsible adults. The advantage for you is the opportunity to work with mature and responsible adults. You will be a part of the large, fun and dedicated Crestwood community that is created by people just like you.

What makes working at Crestwood so challenging?

Crestwood sets high goals. Our reputation for quality is a result of achieving these goals. For years, Crestwood families have expected the world of us and we always deliver. We accomplish this by hiring quality staff and empowering them. We will give you guidance when needed, but it will be up to you and your hard work to make each child’s summer fun and memorable.

What is the pay like?

Crestwood is proud to have one of the highest pay scales around. Plus we provide your lunch every day! A summer at Crestwood will give you Leadership Experience that will be invaluable no matter what career you pursue or personal goals you set for yourself.

What is a Bus Counselor?

Bus counselors are responsible for supervising the children and making the bus ride fun. Bus counselors are paid extra. Positions for bus counselors fill-up fast, so don’t miss out on this great and fun opportunity! Please, 18 and older only.

What if I have any special skills?

Please tell us about them during your interview. We have Specialty Instructor positions where you may get an opportunity to use your skills to teach groups of children at activity areas or during club times.

What type of commitment will I be making?

Crestwood requires a 100% commitment. We expect perfect attendance at orientation and every day during the summer. Crestwood staff understand that their commitment may even extend to the evening or weekends: whatever it takes to make the difference in a child’s summer and life.