The following is an outline of our pay scale for seasonal summer staff. The pay scale is our way of making salaries consistent for the entire staff. However, if you have unique qualifications not stated in the outline, please contact our office to discuss your situation. The 2019 season runs from June 9 – August 11, 2019.
| Position | Weekly Contract Rate (1st-year staff) |
| Field Staff | |
| Instructor | $275 |
| Lifeguard | $275 |
| Counselor-in-Training | Volunteer Position |
| Media Specialist | Volunteer Position |
| Leadership | |
| Camp Director (21+) | $400 |
| Manager (Camper, Parent, Staff) (21+) | $350 |
| Activity Supervisor (Challenge Course & Waterfront) (21+) | $300 |
| Kitchen & Support | |
| Head Chef | $400 |
| Assistant Chef | $300 |
| Kitchen Assistant | $250 |
| Dining Hall Manager | $225 |
| Custodial/Maintenance | $250 |
| Dietician Consultant | Volunteer Position |
| Dietetic Intern | Volunteer Position |
| Medical | |
| Healthcare Manager (21+) | $900 |
| Registered Nurse | $750 |
| Overnight Assistant | $275 |
| Covering/Attending | Volunteer Position |
| Medical Doctor | Volunteer Position |
| Nursing Students | Volunteer Position |
| Residents/Fellows | Volunteer Position |
CHMK is proud to offer a one-time contract addition to the weekly base salary for staff who complete a minimum of two-weeks during the season. The increase is only available for certifications outside of the scope of the job hired for and is payable at the conclusion of the season.
A one-time contract increase
| Returning Staff ( ≥ 4 weeks prior summer) | $0-$500 Increase Annually *Based on performance evaluation |
| Returning Staff ( <4 weeks prior summer) | $0-$250 Increase Annually *Based on performance evaluation |
| Lifeguard Certification | $50 |
| USA Archery – Level 1/2 | $50 |
| ACCT Challenge Course Facilitator | $50 |
| ServSafe Certification | $50 |
| ACA Level 1 or 2 (kayak/canoe/sup) | $50 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | $100 |
| Certified Diabetes Educator | $150 |
| Certified Nurse Practitioner | $200 |
Pre/Post Camp Paid Work
| All Staff | $10.50 |
Travel Stipend The travel stipend award is calculated by the distance to CHMK from the address listed in our online employment system. The travel stipend is included in the final check of the season and is only paid out upon successful completion of your contract. A staff that is terminated or resigns prior to the contract dates are not eligible for the stipend.
| 101 – 300 miles | +$100.00 |
| 301 – 500 miles | +$150.00 |
| 501 – 700 miles | +$200.00 |
| 700+ miles | +$250.00 |
