Summer Staff Conference Center High School Counselor
About The Position
Family Camp High School Counselors model a genuine Christian lifestyle for high school campers and support campers’ safety and well-being while befriending them and nurturing their spiritual growth. The role aims to lead campers one step closer to Jesus in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, and values. This ministerial position involves conducting work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior as evidence of following Jesus Christ, while embracing Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Staff help define, cultivate, and lead the organization’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. All staff are expected to participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Staff may have opportunities to assist campers with special needs through the One on One program, supporting them physically, cognitively, and emotionally as they participate in the camp experience suited to their individual needs.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- CPR/First Aid certification before arriving at camp.
- Prior or current experience working with high school students.
- Love for youth of all ages and ability to provide a strong Christian role model.
- Ability to articulate the Gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
- Mature understanding of and respect for authority, peers, camp guidelines, and principles.
- Ability to engage in active listening and a variety of outdoor activities.
- Willingness to serve whenever needed.
- Ability to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.
- Must be at least 18 years old due to onsite community living.
- Adherence to Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as company dress code and professional grooming standards.
- Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- College experience, preferably two years.
- Prior camp counseling experience.
- Prior experience in leadership roles.
- Previous experience working with high school students.
Responsibilities
- Create a warm and welcoming environment for all campers.
- Mentor male and female students and support their faith growth by inviting them into all aspects of the programming.
- Lead a daily small group of students, reinforcing the daily objectives of the youth program.
- Work alongside campers in service and work activities, providing leadership, accountability, and encouragement.
- Participate in bonus jobs with other departments on the mountain.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- 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
