Summer Staff Kidder Creek Ranch Camp Counselor/Lifeguard

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Etna, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kidder Creek Ranch Camp Counselor/Lifeguards model Christian discipleship while supporting campers’ safety and well-being, building relationships with campers, and nurturing spiritual growth through activities and curriculum. The role includes lifeguarding and is performed in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position: staff are expected to reflect their Christian faith through their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior, and to support Mount Hermon’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. Counselors live with and lead approximately seven to eight campers each week, facilitate small-group Bible studies, and guide campers spiritually. They also lead or support adventure and recreation activities, contribute to the broader program and summer staff community, and help keep camp areas clean and orderly. The position includes staff meetings and events, rotation-week housekeeping and kitchen work, one weekend transportation-bus chaperone assignment, and other duties assigned by supervisors. The physical environment includes indoor and outdoor work in varied weather and terrain. The role requires lifeguarding and participation in outdoor activities, as well as the physical demands described in the posting. Counselors must be at least 18 because of onsite community living, comply with MHA vehicle-use guidelines and dress and professional standards, complete a background investigation, and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

Must be CPR/First Aid certified.
Must take and pass Kidder Creek’s Red Cross Certified Lifeguard and BLS Class.
Current valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
Must be at least 18 years old due to onsite community-living requirements.
Must agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles used for business purposes.
Must complete a satisfactory background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed, and thought-through faith in Christ.
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; ability to adjust to program challenges.
Flexible and adaptable to changing assignments and schedules with short notice.
Ability to work secondary and rotation-week assignments in adventure, recreation, transportation, and/or housekeeping.
Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and transporting 25–50 pounds, working on varied terrain and in varied weather, and participating in activities such as running, swimming, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
Ability to be in the sun for extended periods.
Ability to talk and hear in person at close and long distances and by phone or radio.
Vision capabilities including close and distance vision, color and shade distinction, depth perception, peripheral vision, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of college experience.
Prior camp counseling experience.
Experience working with elementary, junior high, and high school students.
Experience and knowledge of horses.
Ability to lead worship.
Preferably at least 21 years of age or older with a clean driving record, due to MH driver policy.

Responsibilities

Live with and lead approximately 7–8 campers each week.
Lead small-group Bible studies.
Connect with campers and guide their spiritual growth through activities and curriculum.
Oversee and implement assigned adventure, recreation, and guiding activities.
Ensure camper safety at all times, including lifeguarding.
Attend all staff meetings and events.
Help keep camp areas, cabins, living areas, workspaces, and supplies clean and orderly.
Participate enthusiastically in the broader program and serve in primary and secondary roles.
Contribute to and help build the summer staff community through attitude, words, and actions.
Support smooth program execution by being punctual, prepared, and willing to help with immediate or unforeseen needs.
Perform housekeeping and kitchen duties during rotation weeks, including dishes, bathrooms, and trash.
Serve as a transportation-bus chaperone one weekend.
Assist with camp maintenance, food service, and housekeeping needs as assigned by the Kidder Creek leadership team.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Comply with MHA employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and use of personal vehicles for business purposes.
Adhere to MHA’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as the company dress code and professional grooming standards.