Hospitality Staff

MOUNT HERMON ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED•Etna, PA

9d•$340 - $350•Onsite

About The Position

The Kidder Creek Lifeguard/Recreation/Hospitality staff member leads campers in a range of program activities to provide fun, safe, and missional adventure experiences consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Staff are expected to demonstrate their Christian faith through their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior, and to embrace 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. Participation in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching is expected. The role combines aquatic supervision and recreation leadership with housekeeping, camper support, and other camp duties. The work takes place both indoors and outdoors in varied weather and terrain, and includes onsite community living. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old because the role requires onsite community living.
CPR and first aid certification required before arriving at camp.
Current lifeguard certification required.
Valid Food Handler’s Card required.
Current valid driver’s license and a 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, and to embrace MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct.
Positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.
Ability to follow through, be creative, and adapt 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.
Willingness to drive campers in camp vehicles and comply with MHA employee driving guidelines.
Adherence to MHA’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as its 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.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, or arid conditions; sit, stand, squat, stoop, twist, hike long distances over varied terrain, swim, climb, and shout; lift and transport 15–60 pounds of gear and equipment over stairs and uneven terrain; and talk and hear at close and long distances in adverse conditions.
Vision abilities required include close and distance vision, use of both eyes, distinguishing basic colors and shades, depth perception, peripheral vision, and adjusting focus. Must be able to spend extended periods in the sun.

Responsibilities

Supervise on-site and off-site aquatic activities.
Uphold and enforce aquatics rules to ensure the safety of swimmers.
Assist the Lifeguard Lead and other lifeguards with daily, weekly, and monthly pond maintenance.
Oversee and implement assigned recreation activities throughout the summer, including laser tag and field games.
Help keep camp areas clean and orderly, including cleaning bathrooms, stocking supplies, and taking out trash.
Serve as a chaperone on the transportation bus for one weekend.
Act as a first responder in the event of an injury and assist the health technician with distributing medications as needed.
Participate in camp activities, such as campfires and meal times, to support the counselor team and positively impact campers.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Participate in required gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.
Follow MHA’s driving guidelines when driving camp vehicles or using a personal vehicle for business purposes, and adhere to the company dress code and grooming standards.