Volunteer

If you want to be a part of RFK, we want to hear from you! Application forms are available below. If you have never volunteered before, please fill out the New Staff application to apply. If you have served with Camp #289 before, click on the Returning Staff application button to apply. 

The 2026 Schedule

RFK Camp is a complex project that starts early in the year. Volunteer recruiting, training sessions, church presentations, and camp preparations, all must be completed on time for that special week of camp. The main events for this year's camp are listed with additional details.


This year we will be hosting two weeks of camp in central North Carolina. The first week, Week#1, will start on July 6 for kids in southern counties. The second week, Week#2, will start on July 20 for kids in northern counties. Contact us if you're interested in more details about the camps or schedules.

  • Saturday, April 1: Application Deadline!

    Full-time staff members or part-time volunteers must submit an application by the deadline date.

  • Saturday, May 2, 8:30AM: New Staff Training (Weeks #1 and #2)

    At North Haven Church for new staff only. This is an all-day mandatory training for new staff.

  • Saturday, May 2, 1:00PM: Returning Staff Training (Weeks #1 and #2)

    At North Haven Church for returning camp staff. This is a half-day mandatory training for all staff.

  • Saturday, May 30, 1:00PM: Week #2 Staff Training

    At campground for all Week #2 staff. This is a mandatory half-day training.

  • Sunday, June 7, 6:00PM: All Staff Training (Weeks #1 and #2)

    Three-hour mandatory online training for all Week #1 and Week #2 staff.

  • Sunday, July 5, 9:15AM: Week #1 Arrival time

    At Week#1 Campground for all Week #1 staff. We will kick off the week with a morning service followed by required training.

  • Monday-Friday, July 6-10: Week#1 Camp

    Campers arrive on Monday, July 6 and they leave the following Friday, July 10.

  • Sunday, July 19, 9:15AM: Week #2 Arrival Time

    At Week#2 Campground for all Week #1 staff. We will kick off the week with a morning service followed by required training.

  • Monday-Friday, July 20-24: Week#2 Camp

    Campers arrive on Monday, July 20 and they leave the following Friday, July 24.

Volunteer Positions

Staff who volunteer at camp have specific responsibilities based on their expertise and willingness to serve. Some of the common descriptions of these volunteer positions are summarized here.

  • Activity Assistant:

    These assistants help during the activity times and during events. They help setup for crafts, games, and evening activities. During mealtimes, they serve counselors and campers. This position is needed at both Camp Week #1 and Camp Week #2.

  • Male Counselor:

    Experienced male who manages two assigned male campers for the entire week. This position is needed at both Camp Week #1 and Camp Week #2. Responsibilities include:

    - Looking for and seizing opportunities for spirit-led and Christ-centered conversations with campers
    - Helping campers create positive memories, get dressed, be on time for events, and resolve camper-to-camper issues.
    - Maintaining an environment of safety and security for campers
    - Working with the Director and Dean to manage camper issues or behaviors
    - Understanding how to implement TBRI methods for resolving conflicts and camper issues
    - Having fun with their campers! This position requires lots of energy as one of the main roles is to play!

  • Female Counselor:

    Experienced female who manages two assigned female campers for the entire week. This position is needed at both Camp Week #1 and Camp Week #2. Responsibilities include:

    - Looking for and seizing opportunities for spirit-led and Christ-centered conversations with campers
    - Helping campers create positive memories, get dressed, be on time for events, and resolve camper-to-camper issues.
    - Maintaining an environment of safety and security for campers
    - Working with the Director and Dean to manage camper issues or behaviors
    - Understanding how to implement TBRI methods for resolving conflicts and camper issues
    - Having fun with their campers! This position requires lots of energy as one of the main roles is to play!

  • Lifeguard:

    Lifeguards are needed for Week #1 only. Must be a certified and licensed lifeguard with current CPR certification. Responsibilities include:

    - Maintaining pool safety for all staff and campers.
    - Staying vigiliant during swim time.
    - Maintaining the pool facillity, all swim aids, and the pool deck.

  • Swim Instructor:

    One Swim Instructor is needed for Week #2 only. Must be a certified and licensed lifeguard with current CPR certification. Certification to instruct also required. Responsibilities include:

    - Assisting non-swimming campers with lessons and guidance as desired
    - Maintaining pool safety for all staff and campers.
    - Staying vigiliant during swim time.
    - Maintaining the pool facillity, all swim aids, and the pool deck.

  • Kitchen Staff:

    Kitchen staff is needed for Camp Week #1 only. Our kitchen staff works tirelessly to provide healthy and delicious meals and snacks for our campers and staff three times a day. The menu is planned by our Kitchen Coordinator and the entire ktichen staff works hard to bring it all to fruition. The kitchen staff is responsible for all meals and also special event foods (birthday party, evening snacks, desserts for counselors, special occasion meals for staff, etc.) This job does not have as much face-time with campers, but is an extremely important part of camp. Every year our campers tell us how amazing our food was. Food insecurities are a reality for many of our kids and so the reliable meals are not to be taken for granted. We love our kitchen crew!

  • Camp Nurse:

    Camp Nurses are responsible for the health and safety of campers and staff. One Camp Nurse is needed for both Week #1 and Week #2. Their responsibilities include:

    - Collecting medication and screening campers for illness during Monday registration.
    - Ensuring camper health and insurance documentation is in order.
    - Administering daily medications to all campers and staff.
    - Responding in emergency health situations.
    - Administering first aid when required.

  • Photographer/Videographer:

    Memories of the camp are captured by a Photographer who uses photos and videos to document the week. Photographers and Videographers are needed in both Weeks #1 and #2. They are responsible for:

    - Taking candid and posed photographs throughout the week.
    - Printing and assembling photographs into a custom photo album for each camper.
    - Making videos of camp activity for viewing each day and providing equipment for showing videos

  • Camp Pastor

    This individual is needed in Week #2 only. Responsibilities include:

    - Officiating Sunday morning commissioning service
    - Prayer with staff throughout the week
    - Delivering Bible Story time to the campers during program time
    - Providing spiritual support, encouragement, and guidance to the Directors

  • Drama Coordinator

    This individual is needed in both Weeks #1 and #2. This person is responsible for coordinating and pulling off the daily drama. Though not required, the coordinator may need to be an actor in the drama as well. Responsibilities include:

    - Recruit and train actors
    - Work with Program Coordinator to design set and procure all props and costumes
    - Lead daily drama practice
    - Provide script to actors and make explanations

  • Music Leader

    This individual is needed in both Weeks #1 and #2. This person will work closely with the Program Coordinator.

    - Decide upon song list and procure music.
    - Work with tech crew to get slides and videos prepared
    - Lead singing and dancing during program time
    - Assemble a music team to lead
    - Assist Camp Pastor during Sunday morning service

  • Program Coordinator

    This individual is needed in Week #2 only, but ideally would consider training with our existing Coordinator during Week #1. This role requires a lot of organization and coordination about 2 months prior to camp and all the way leading up to camp. Responsibilities include:

    - Coordinating program time and Breakfast Club structure and flow
    - Managing Music Leader, Drama Coordinator, Bible teacher, object lesson teacher, puppets, etc.
    - Teaches object lessons and daily big idea during program time
    - Sets up and tears down program area with the help of activity assistants
    - Works with drama coordinator to design set and procure all items needed for the drama
    - Works with tech crew to ensure adequate sound and lighting for program area

  • Therapy dog handler

    This indidividual is needed at Week #1 only. This individual should have a trained dog who is certified for therapy. This individual would stay on the campground all week and bring the dog around during peak play times or other times as determined by the Director. The dog would have to be crated all other hours. The dog would not be allowed in the cafeteria or program area.

  • Fishing Coordinator

    This individual is needed in Week #1 only and will lead 1-2 other individuals at the fishing pond. Fishing is a favorite activity of our campers so it's important that this person be full of patience and good-will. The Coordinator will communicate with the fishing pond owners to assure safety, organization, and success. The Coordinator maintains all fishing equipment and transports it to and from the pond. Access to a truck is not required but highly recommended. During activity time, the fishing team will team the campers bait hooks, cast, reel, take the fish off the hook, etc. Many good conversations can be had at the pond with campers while waiting for the fish to bite.