Summer Staff Kidder Creek Day Camp Counselor

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Etna, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Kidder Creek Day Camp Counselors model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship and provide for campers’ safety and well-being while befriending campers and nurturing spiritual growth through program activities and curriculum. The role is carried out in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s mission, vision, and values. Counselors lead a team of Jr Counselors overseeing groups of approximately 15–20 campers each week, connect with Jr Counselors and campers, lead Bible studies for Jr Counselors, and help deliver adventure, recreation, and other assigned activities. The position also involves staff meetings and events, keeping camp areas orderly, contributing to the summer staff community, helping programs run smoothly, and performing assigned housekeeping, kitchen, and service duties. The position requires onsite community living and work in both indoor and outdoor environments. Counselors may be assigned secondary and rotation-week duties in adventure, recreation, transportation, housekeeping, maintenance, or food service. Applicants must be at least 18, hold CPR/First Aid certification and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, comply with MHA vehicle-use guidelines, and successfully 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 and instilling them in the organization.
Demonstrate strong moral character and integrity.
Be at least 18 years of age because the position requires onsite community living.
Hold current CPR/First Aid certification.
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.
Have 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 job assignments and schedules with short notice.
Agree to and comply with MHA employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles used for business purposes.
Adhere to MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements, as well as the company dress code and professional standards for grooming and appearance.
Successfully complete a background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Meet the physical demands of the position, including outdoor work in varied weather and terrain, lifting and transporting gear, climbing, running, swimming, and other listed physical activities.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of college experience is preferred.
Prior camp counseling experience is preferred.
Prior experience working with elementary, junior high, and high school students.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Jr Counselors overseeing approximately 15–20 campers in each group per week.
Lead small-group Bible studies for day camp Jr Counselors.
Seek out and connect with Jr Counselors and campers, guiding them through activities and curriculum.
Oversee and implement assigned adventure, recreation, and guiding activities.
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 on time and prepared, and by assisting with immediate or unforeseen needs.
Perform housekeeping and kitchen duties as assigned.
Assist with camp service needs such as maintenance, food service, and housekeeping as assigned by the Kidder Creek leadership team.
Perform other duties assigned by supervisors.
Work secondary assignments and rotation-week duties in areas such as adventure, recreation, transportation, and housekeeping.