Hospitality Lead

MOUNT HERMON ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED•Etna, PA

9d•$340 - $400•Onsite

About The Position

The Kidder Creek Lifeguard/Recreation/Hospitality staff member leads campers in program activities, creating fun, safe, and missional adventure experiences consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s (MHA) mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Staff are expected to demonstrate their commitment to following Jesus Christ through their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior, and to embrace and affirm MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Staff help define, cultivate, and lead MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats, and participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The position includes supervising aquatic activities, enforcing safety rules, maintaining the pond, and leading recreation activities such as laser tag and field games. Staff also help maintain camp areas, perform housekeeping duties, chaperone a transportation-bus trip, respond to injuries, assist with medication distribution as needed, and participate in camp activities in support of counselors and campers. The role is based at Kidder Creek in Etna, California, and requires onsite community living. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

Must be CPR/FA certified before arriving at camp.
Current lifeguard certification required.
Valid Food Handler’s Card required.
Current valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
Prior experience working with elementary school and middle school students.
Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed, and thought-through faith in Christ.
Positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.
Ability to follow through, be creative, and adjust to program challenges.
Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities and demonstrate sound judgment.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing job assignments and schedules.
Must be at least 18 years old due to onsite community-living requirements.
Adherence to the basic principles expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements.
Willingness to drive campers in camp vehicles and compliance with MHA employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles used for business.
Adherence to the company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Able to meet the stated physical demands, including hiking long distances on varied terrain, swimming, climbing, shouting, and lifting and transporting 15–60 pounds of gear and equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise on-site and off-site aquatic activities.
Uphold and enforce aquatics rules to ensure swimmer safety.
Assist the Lifeguard Lead and other lifeguards with daily, weekly, and monthly pond maintenance.
Oversee and implement assigned recreation activities throughout the summer, including leading laser tag, field games, and other activities.
Help keep camp areas clean and orderly.
Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning bathrooms, stocking supplies, and taking out trash.
Ride the transportation bus as a chaperone one weekend.
Act as a first responder in the event of an injury and assist the health tech with distributing medications as needed.
Participate in camp activities, such as campfires and mealtimes, to support the counselor team and positively impact campers.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.