Thanks for considering being a counselor at EC Camp 2025 Sweeter. EC Camp is a camp designed for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages. It's a rewarding experience for everyone who attends.
Camp requires a lot of money to run. It costs approximately $750 per camper to cover the cost of crafts, snacks, tshirts, and most importantly, the camper/counselor partnership. Our camp is unique in that we offer a 1-1 or 2-1 system of camper/counselor pairing that allows for a more personal experience. Each of our campers pays $425 dollars to attend, as this is the maximum many of our campers can afford. As such we are asking for a $50 suggested donation for all counselors to help cover the cost. We also fundraise and receive donations in order to operate camp in this way.
This application must be completed and submitted before July 10th (or you will not be guaranteed a t-shirt). Counselors should arrive Sunday July 27th at 4:30 PM for move in, dinner, and then training. Camp is over at 10:30 AM (or whenever your camper is picked up) on Friday, August 1st.
Counselors must be in good physical health, be able to assist campers with mobility issues, and be able to climb on to a top bunk at night to sleep.
If you are over the age 18, you will be required to submit a completed background check before camp starts, and complete MinistrySafe training as required by the Chicago Central District.
To apply to be a counselor, please fill out the application below. If you have questions before completing the application, please contact us at 815-348-9811 or email us at ecc.directors@gmail.com.