Trail West: General Program Worker | Seasonal August-November

Young Life • McPherson, IA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will support the operational aspects of Camping Services as well as represent Young Life and the Camping department in a Christ-centered, relational and professional manner. The role is seasonal, running from August 20th to November 20th, 2026. Available positions include: Food Service, Landscape, Guest Services, and Retail/Housekeeping Split. All Trail West Property Staff will assist with housekeeping responsibilities throughout the week. This is an hourly position with an anticipated salary of $15.50/hour. Housing on camp property is included.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Previous work experience required.
• Must be able to lift materials up to 50 lbs. and perform other physical tasks such as stooping, reaching, pushing, squatting, kneeling, climbing and more.
• Will be exposed to cleaning chemicals.
• Job responsibilities will include outdoor work, which will mean exposure to various changes in weather (cold, heat, rain and snow).
• Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff.
• Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important.
• All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camps.
• Profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.
• Subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith.
• Be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization.
• Refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life.
• Abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous or current involvement with Young Life preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with program needs and equipment including locating and constructing.
• Be responsible for property tasks assigned such as firewood, lakefront, pool, special maintenance projects, tours, camp prep and shutdown.
• Help turn over buildings in weekly housekeeping changeovers.
• Uphold Young Life standards of cleanliness and proper cleaning procedures.
• Perform Housekeeping duties including cleaning bathrooms, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and any other cleaning as directed.
• Participate in food preparation.
• Perform calculations to determine proportions and measurements.
• Set tables for meals.
• Participate in meal clean-up including but not limited to bussing tables, washing pots, operating washing station, re-stocking equipment.
• Participate in meal service.
• Operate within Young Life sanitation standards.
• Empty trash bins located around property.
• Sweep or use a backpack blower to clean porches, basketball court and more.
• Lawn maintenance including but not limited to cutting grass, weed-eating, planting, watering and more.
• Wash camp vehicles.
• Organize store and snack bar merchandise.
• Operate Point-of-Sale system.
• Make change.
• Process end-of-shift store/snack bar reports.
• Assist with housekeeping responsibilities throughout the week.

Benefits

• Housing on camp property is included.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED