Camp Program Director (Richardson, TX)

Camp Skylark•Richardson, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

About the Camp Program Director position: Our Mission: We partner with local churches to rethink camp as a childcare option of irresistible value. Our Vision: To give every child a hero who is following Jesus, our true hero. Our Values: We will be rooted in Jesus, create EPIC moments, aspire for greatness, and leave a legacy. We believe that every child needs a HERO and A Camp Program Director at Skylark get to be that hero that points them to the TRUE HERO, JESUS. Working at Skylark means being a fun, exciting example of God's love to each and every camper kid who that walks into camp. We do not want to be just another summer camp, but rather we want to be a doorway where families can feel welcomed into the local church that is connected with each of our sites. Site Locations: Cottonwood Creek Church: 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, TX 75013 The Heights Church: 201 W. Renner Road, Richardson, TX 75080 Church at the Creek: 8001 County Road 125, McKinney, TX 75071 Who We Are Looking For: We are looking for gospel-minded men and women of ages 18 years old and up to serve with us at one of our sites in the DFW metroplex. a Camp Program Director is part of our Skylark family! There will be multiple opportunities to experience the community of your fellow staffers, along with personal development and discipleship from your leadership team. The ideal candidate for this role is teachable, humble, and loves to have fun! Do you remember your favorite summer as a kid? What if you could create a dream summer for kids right where you live? A staffer at Camp Skylark is a front-line minister with the kids and leads with radical fun! Want to go deep and a group of kids? Then this is the role for you. Come join us and serve the kids in your community by applying now to join our team.

Requirements

Attend mandatory Summer Staff Orientation and Training Week prior to the first week of camp
Commit to serve a minimum of 6 weeks out of the summer and request weeks off ahead of time with approval from your Camp Director
Work on-site at one of our locations Monday through Friday from 7:00am-5:30pm
Model Christ-like attitudes and actions in and outside of camp
Attend additional team bonding activities throughout the summer as scheduled by the camp director
Have dependable transportation to be on time to and from your site
Participate in weekly bible studies and one-on-ones as scheduled by leadership
The ability to remain on your feet and participate in high-energy activities daily
The ability to execute medium work that involves regularly lifting and transporting camp equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
The ability to work both inside and outside, sometimes in extreme heat conditions

Responsibilities

Lead the campers assigned to you by shepherding them physically, emotionally, and spiritually
Maintain the daily schedule and guide campers through drop off, rallies, activity classes, outdoor time, and pickup in a timely manner
Support the program director and other staff during program activities with your attention, energy, and enforcement of the rules
Assist with setup and tear down of camp equipment, signs, and activity materials each day
Provide quality instruction at your assigned activity class(es) and ensure camper safety at all times
Enforce all health and safety regulations and report all injuries and illnesses to the appropriate staff
Follow the proper disciplinary/reporting chain when camper issues arise and use TBRI principles
Be able to communicate the current mood, struggles, victories, and attitude of your campers to the Associate Director or full-time staff at any time
Have one-on-one conversations with each of your campers during the week
Other duties as assigned by the Camp Director