Summer Staff Conference Center Middle School Lead

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Mount Hermon, CA

About The Position

The Family Camp Middle School Lead develops, leads, and oversees programming for the Family Camp Middle School program. The Lead supports and equips program staff to deliver holistic, excellent, developmentally appropriate programming that helps students move closer to Jesus, 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.

Requirements

High school graduate.
College experience.
CPR/First Aid certification before arriving at camp.
Prior or current experience working with junior high students in ministry settings.
Leadership experience working with college-age students and young adults.
Leadership skills and emotional and spiritual maturity.
Strong relational skills and high energy for engaging with youth.
Ability to articulate the Gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
Mature understanding of and respect for authority, peers, camp guidelines, and principles.
Creativity, attention to detail, and ability to follow through with projects.
Flexibility and ability to adjust and problem-solve in challenging situations.
Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
At least 18 years of age due to the onsite community-living requirement.
Adherence to Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as the company dress code and professional grooming and appearance standards.
Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Prior camp counseling experience.

Responsibilities

Disciple, train, and supervise Family Camp Middle School staff, equipping them to disciple students and help them encounter God and connect with others.
Develop a warm and welcoming atmosphere for students and staff.
Ensure campers’ emotional and physical safety and well-being.
Work with the Family Camp High School Assistant Lead to develop and coordinate programming for junior high and high school campers attending Family Camp.
Coordinate with necessary departments and prepare and distribute schedules to relevant parties.
Oversee program finances, including budgeting and purchasing.
Communicate clearly and openly with parents.
Implement and document program inventory and evaluation.
Attend a weekly meeting with the Family Ministries Youth Intern and Leadership Team.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Family Ministries Youth Intern and/or Family Ministry Staff.