Summer Staff Kidder Creek Ranch Camp Counselor (male)

MOUNT HERMON ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED•Etna, PA

2d•$340 - $345•Onsite

About The Position

Ranch Camp Counselors model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship and provide for campers’ safety and well-being while befriending them and nurturing spiritual growth through program activities and curriculum consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s mission, vision, and values. Counselors live with and lead approximately 7–8 campers each week, lead small-group Bible studies, and guide campers spiritually through activities and curriculum. The role also involves leading adventure and recreation activities, supporting the broader camp program, and contributing to the summer staff community. Counselors share responsibility for keeping camp areas clean and orderly and complete housekeeping and kitchen duties during rotation weeks. They attend staff meetings and events, chaperone one weekend transportation-bus trip, and help with service needs such as maintenance, food service, and housekeeping as assigned. The position requires flexibility to take on secondary and rotation-week assignments and respond to immediate or unforeseen program needs. The work takes place at Kidder Creek in Etna, California, in both indoor and outdoor conditions. It involves varied weather and terrain, physical activity, and lifting and transporting gear and equipment. Counselors must be at least 18 years old for onsite community living and must complete a background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

Be a mature follower of Jesus who is continuing to grow and develop in faith.
Be fully in accord with MHA’s mission, vision, values, and statement of beliefs, and committed to living them out personally and instilling them in the organization.
Demonstrate strong moral character and integrity.
Be at least 18 years old because the role requires onsite community living.
Hold current CPR and First Aid certifications.
Have a current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Be able to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture and demonstrate a personal, committed, thought-through faith in Christ.
Be a positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.
Show creativity, willingness to learn, and the ability to teach and lead Bible studies.
Be able to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
Demonstrate attention to detail and follow-through, creativity, and the ability to adjust to program challenges.
Be flexible and adaptable to changing assignments and schedules with short notice.
Work both indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet or humid, and dry or arid conditions.
Lift and transport 25–50 pounds of gear and equipment up and down stairs; the role may also require lifting, pushing, or pulling people or equipment weighing over 100 pounds.
Ascend and descend ladders, stairs, cables, and trees using hands and feet; frequently run, swim, stand, sit for long periods, use steep trails and stairs, and climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
Communicate by talking and hearing in person at close and long distances and by phone or radio.
Meet the stated vision requirements, including close and distance vision, use of both eyes, distinguishing basic colors and shades, depth perception, peripheral vision, and adjusting focus.
Be able to spend extended periods in the sun.
Complete a background investigation satisfactorily and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Adhere to MHA’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as company dress code and professional standards for grooming and appearance.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of college experience.
Prior camp counseling experience.
Prior experience working with elementary, junior high, and high school students.
Experience and knowledge of horses.
Ability to lead worship.
Preferably be at least 21 years old, with a clean driving record, due to MHA’s 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.
Attend all staff meetings and events.
Help keep camp areas, including cabins, living areas, workspaces, and supplies, clean and orderly.
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 transportation-bus trip.
Assist with camp service needs, including maintenance, food service, and housekeeping, 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 personal vehicles used for business.