Summer Staff Conference Center Child Care Counselor
About The Position
Child Care Counselors provide safety and well-being while befriending infants through kindergarten-age children and nurturing their spiritual growth through program activities and curriculum consistent with Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Staff are expected to reflect their Christian faith in their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior; embrace Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct; and participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The counselor partners with the Child Care team in discipleship and curriculum implementation, supervises and guides day campers, communicates with parents about children’s well-being, and leads or assists with teaching and activities. The role also includes maintaining clean, orderly camp spaces and supplies, participating in bonus jobs with other departments, and performing other duties assigned by the supervisor. There are no supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- Must be at least 18 years old because the position requires onsite community living.
- Must be CPR/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 whenever needed.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision and use problem-solving skills.
- Proof of required vaccinations: MMR, Tdap, Varicella, Hep B, and influenza.
- Proof of a negative TB screening within the last 60 days.
- Adherence to Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as company dress code and professional standards for grooming and appearance.
- Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet or humid, and dry or arid conditions; sit, stand, squat, stoop, twist, hike, shout, lift or carry 15–60 pounds, and engage in general physical play with children.
Nice To Haves
- Some college experience.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Child Care team in all aspects of discipleship and implement curriculum to help children encounter God and others.
- Guide and supervise day campers and be responsible for their welfare.
- Communicate clearly and openly with parents about their children’s well-being, with particular attention to health, safety, and discipline.
- Lead and assist with small- and large-group curriculum teaching, crafts, music, drama, group games, and other activities.
- 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 required, assist campers with special needs through the One on One program, including physical, cognitive, and emotional support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
