Summer Staff Kidder Creek Adventure Camp Counselor/Lifeguard

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Etna, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Kidder Creek Adventure Camp Counselors/Lifeguards model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship while supporting campers’ safety, well-being, friendships, and spiritual growth through camp activities and curriculum. They also provide lifeguarding in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc. (MHA)’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Ministerial staff are expected to demonstrate through their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior that they are followers of Jesus Christ, and to embrace and affirm MHA’s mission, vision, and beliefs. They help define, cultivate, and lead MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. Counselors live with and lead approximately 7–8 campers each week. They lead Bible studies, guide campers spiritually, oversee assigned adventure and recreation activities, and share in camp operations and staff community responsibilities. The role includes secondary assignments and rotation-week duties such as transportation, housekeeping, and service needs.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age because the role requires onsite community living.
Current valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must take and pass Kidder Creek’s Red Cross Certified Lifeguard and BLS class.
Prior experience working with students of varying ages.
Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed, and thoughtful faith in Christ.
Ability to serve as a positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.
Creativity, willingness to learn, and ability to teach and lead Bible studies.
Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
Attention to detail and follow-through, creativity, and ability to adjust to program challenges.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing assignments and schedules with short notice.
Ability to perform secondary and rotation-week assignments in adventure, recreation, transportation, and/or housekeeping.
Adherence to MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements, as well as its dress code and professional grooming standards.
Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid conditions; be in the sun for extended periods; lift and transport 25–50 pounds of gear up and down stairs; use ladders, stairs, cables, and trees; run, swim, stand, sit for long periods, and use steep trails and stairs; and climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to talk and hear in person at close and long distances and by phone or radio; required vision includes close and distance vision, use of both eyes, distinguishing basic colors and shades, depth and peripheral vision, and adjusting focus.
May be required to lift, push, or pull people or equipment weighing over 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of college experience.
Prior camp counseling experience.
Preferably at least 21 years of age or older, with a clean driving record, due to MHA driver policy.

Responsibilities

Live with and lead approximately 7–8 campers each week.
Lead small-group Bible studies.
Seek out and connect with campers, guiding them spiritually through activities and curriculum.
Oversee and implement assigned adventure, recreation, and guiding activities with enthusiasm.
Ensure camper safety at all times, including lifeguarding responsibilities.
Attend all staff meetings and events.
Help keep camp areas, including cabins, living areas, workspaces, and supplies, clean and orderly.
Actively participate in and contribute to the broader program in primary and secondary roles.
Help build the summer staff community through attitude, words, and actions.
Support smooth program execution by being punctual, prepared, and willing to assist with immediate or unforeseen needs.
Perform housekeeping and kitchen duties during rotation weeks, including dishes, bathrooms, and trash.
Chaperone one weekend bus transportation trip.
Assist with assigned camp service needs in maintenance, food service, and housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines when using MHA-owned vehicles or personal vehicles for business.