Summer Staff Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Assistant
About The Position
The Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Assistant ensures the safety and well-being of campers and staff using Ponderosa Lodge adventure activities, including climbing tower and ropes course activities. The role also models a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship and provides campers with an experience aligned with the MHA Youth vision and values. This is a ministerial position. Staff are expected to render their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior as evidence of following Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Ministerial staff help define, cultivate, and lead MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. All staff are expected to participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The role works alongside rotating counselors during adventure events to help cabin activities run smoothly. It has no supervisory responsibilities and performs other duties as assigned by the Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Lead.
Requirements
- Must be CPR/First Aid certified.
- Must have a current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Prior experience in team sports and ropes course activities.
- Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
- Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed, and thought-through faith in Christ.
- Proven leadership experience and skills, with a strong background in ministry and leadership of high school/junior high campers and college staff.
- Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
- Must be at least 18 years of age because of onsite community living requirements.
- Adherence to MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements, as well as the company dress code and professional grooming standards.
- Commitment to serving on the camp leadership team, investing in staff during camp sessions and weekends, and serving campers.
- Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in camping ministry is beneficial and preferred.
Responsibilities
- Care for and maintain all adventure equipment, including conducting daily and regular inspections.
- Maintain all adventure areas.
- Ensure the safety of campers and staff during adventure activities.
- Work alongside rotating counselors during adventure events to ensure cabin activities run smoothly.
- Evaluate the program and equipment inventory at the end of the summer.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Lead.
- Model Christian discipleship and contribute to the camp community and campers’ experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
