Summer Staff Conference Center Child Care Counselor
About The Position
Child Care Counselors provide for the safety and well-being of children from infancy through kindergarten while building relationships and nurturing spiritual growth through program activities and curriculum consistent with Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Ministerial staff are expected to demonstrate their Christian faith through their work, stewardship, relationships, and conduct, and to affirm Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Staff are expected to participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The role involves partnering with the Child Care team in discipleship and curriculum delivery, guiding and supervising campers, communicating with parents, and leading or assisting with activities such as teaching, crafts, music, drama, and games. Counselors also help maintain clean and orderly camp areas and supplies and may assist other departments with additional jobs. There are no supervisory responsibilities. The position requires working indoors and outdoors in varied weather and terrain and engaging in physical activities with children. Counselors may be assigned to support campers with special needs through the One on One program, including providing physical, cognitive, and emotional assistance. The role requires onsite community living and is open to applicants at least 18 years old.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- CPR and First Aid certified.
- Prior experience working with children in ministry settings.
- Ability to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.
- Love for children of all ages and ability to serve as a strong Christian role model.
- Mature understanding of and respect for authority, peers, camp guidelines, and principles.
- Willingness to serve when needed.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision and use problem-solving skills.
- At least 18 years of age because the position requires onsite community living.
- Provide proof of required vaccinations: MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Hep B, and influenza.
- Provide proof of a negative TB screening from within the last 60 days.
- Adhere to Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as the company dress code and professional grooming standards.
- Satisfactorily complete a background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Meet the physical demands of sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, hiking, shouting, lifting or carrying 15–60 pounds, and engaging in general physical play with children.
- Work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet or humid, and dry or arid conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Some college experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Child Care team in all aspects of discipleship and implement curriculum.
- Guide and supervise Day Campers and take responsibility for their welfare.
- Communicate clearly and openly with parents about their child’s well-being, especially health, safety, and discipline.
- Lead and assist with small- and large-group curriculum teaching and activities, including crafts, music, drama, and group games.
- Help keep camp areas, workspaces, and supplies clean and orderly.
- Participate in bonus jobs with other departments on the mountain.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
- When assigned to the One on One program, assist campers with special needs physically, cognitively, and emotionally so they can engage in the camp experience suited to their needs.
- Participate in staff gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
