SUMMER STAFF
Westminster Woods Summer Staff
Applications Close April 1st, 2026
The first round of offers will be sent out April 15th. The second round of offers will be sent out May 1st.
About our Summer Programs
Westminster Woods Camp and Conference Center is located on 200 acres of redwood forest in the coastal hills of Sonoma County, California. During summer, we provide overnight programs in spiritual, environmental, and social emotional education for people of all ages. Our two principle programs, Camp Heartwood and Camp Soulspring, lovingly referred to as the Heart and Soul of Westminster Woods, comprise the majority of the summer calendar with each program offering multiple six-day overnight sessions. We also offer three specialty programs: Woods to Waves, our teen leadership adventure; The Grove, our family camp; and Friendship Camp, our program for adults with developmental disabilities. We bring together youth from different communities throughout California and give campers the opportunity to sift through the complexities of how to love and be loved in community. Westminster Woods ensures that everyone who comes across our bridge is welcomed and respected.
Contact summerprograms@westminsterwoods.org or call us at 707-874-2426 ext. 612 with any questions.
About our Staff
Calling all adults interested in providing a sanctuary for transformative experiences to campers this summer! Our Summer Team is a vibrant mix of enthusiastic individuals dedicated to the character development and providing relational ministry to all campers. With varied backgrounds and a shared passion for creating a welcoming atmosphere, each member brings unique skills and energy to our program.
Rooted in Christ’s Love, we believe God meets campers in powerful and unexpected ways at Westminster Woods, through community, through nature, and through the care of compassionate leaders. Our staff intentionally cultivates spaces where campers can encounter God’s presence, ask meaningful questions, and feel held in unconditional love. Get ready to connect, grow, and make lasting memories with our incredible summer crew!
About our Application Process
Applicants may apply to work for one or multiple Westminster Woods programs. Applicants must commit to all sessions of the program(s) for which they apply, as well as all required training dates.
Applicants may also apply for our Summer Leadership positions, which require full-summer commitment, including all program sessions, Prep Week, Training Week, and a Leadership Debrief at the end of the season. This team will also meet with the year-round leadership team prior to summer on a regular basis as we plan the most epic summer camps!
Position expectations, required experience, qualifications, and weekly commitments vary by program and by role. Before applying, please read all Program Descriptions, Session Dates, and Position Descriptions carefully.
While all applicants are welcome, preference may be given to candidates able to serve the entire summer across all programs offered.
General Qualifications
High school graduate or 18+ years old.
Red Cross CPR & First Aid certified (WW offers a certification course at a reduced rate).
Ability to adhere to and uphold the mission, values, and expectations of Westminster Woods Summer Programs.
Willingness to follow established schedules, community-living expectations, and program guidelines.
Ability to build positive, supportive relationships with both campers and adults.
Deep appreciation and respect for the outdoors and camp community life.
A commitment to care for, respect, encourage, serve, accept, and celebrate campers and volunteers of all backgrounds.
Commitment to building a safe, joyful, inclusive community rooted in love
Ability to embody and model Christ-like compassion, humility, and leadership when guiding campers.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute positively to the wider camp community.
Rewards of Summer Staff
Summer Staff receive multiple benefits, including:
Room and board for the duration of the program(s) you work.
Hands-on experience facilitating experiential education, and social-emotional learning.
Development of character, leadership, communication, and relational ministry skills.
Growth in one’s personal faith journey and spiritual practices.
Opportunities for mentorship and professional references.
Experience working/living in a community that centers belonging, purpose, and transformation.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Westminster Woods is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We are firmly committed to a policy of equal opportunity and equal treatment for all applicants and employees, regardless of race/ethnicity, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected disability status, veteran status, religious affiliation, or any other legally protected status. All actions affecting personnel are administered fairly and following applicable laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.
work at camp heartwood
Camp Heartwood is a secular Summer Camp that fosters character development in young people through the dynamic exploration of Friendship, Bravery, and the Power of Choice. Designed by some of the best youth development professionals in the world, this program masterfully blends social emotional learning with epic fun and a sprinkle of chaos culminating in an unforgettable summer camp experience. Visit our Camp Heartwood Program Page to learn more about the program!
In addition to the general qualifications listed above, applicants must commit to all three sessions of Camp Heartwood and commit to Training Week
Training Week: Saturday 6/13 - Friday 6/19
Session 1: Monday 6/22 - Saturday 6/27
Session 2: Monday 6/29 - Saturday 7/4
Session 3: Monday 7/6 - Saturday 7/11
Work at camp soulspring
Camp Soulspring is a faith-based Summer Camp that nurtures the social and spiritual development of young people. We do this by teaching campers how to best love one another, the pivotal lesson Christ teaches us. These lessons allow us to live in the empowering community we know is possible when people of all different backgrounds come together, exemplifying the inclusive society we strive to live in, and embodying the peaceful world that God intends. Visit Camp Soulspring’s Program Page to learn more about the program!
Camp Soulspring Staff Mission
“It is appalling that the most segregated hour of Christian America is eleven o’clock on Sunday morning.”
-Martin Luther King Jr.
Because many religious communities are often segregated, Westminster Woods intentionally hires a diverse staff that share a common love for God, demonstrating the common love that is possible between individuals who come from different backgrounds. Our diverse staff is essential as we encourage campers to build spiritual community. Having unique role models serves the combined goal of empowering campers to learn from both those who are similar to themselves and those who are different. We also find it important that the diversity of our staff reflects that of our campers.