Program Lead

Summer Team•Mears, MI

60d•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Lead will fulfill the overall ministry of Grace Adventures and implement the mission of summer camps and guest groups by helping to plan, prepare, and lead all aspects of the summer camp schedule. This role involves overseeing and supporting the summer staff team in delivering safe, fun, and excellent summer camp programming. The Program Lead will also be responsible for running various activity sites according to Grace procedures, attending staff meetings, assisting with housekeeping, and supporting Community Worship as assigned.

Requirements

Have a personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Love for kids and adults and the ability to communicate with them.
Good health and stamina as required to implement a summer camp program. This will involve long hours and lifting at times.
Ability to work in various weather climates and conditions.
Willing and teachable attitude.
Fun, outgoing personality.
Experience with camp programming.
Team-based mindset.
Minimum age 18 years old (21 or older preferred).
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Lifeguard Certification (training provided).
Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

Help run camp, guest group, and Community Worship programs with excellence.
Complete staff training and follow all camp policies.
Stay spiritually and physically fit to minister.
Become familiar with campus staff, facilities, and grounds.
Oversee, encourage, and provide feedback and accountability to other staff as part of the summer leadership team.
Maintain a vital, growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Lead and support all members of the summer staff team in delivering safe, fun, and excellent summer camp programming.
Build relationships with staff and campers.
Plan and lead skits, silly songs, and icebreaker games.
Gather and transport activity supplies.
Equip support staff to assist and/or lead planned activities.
Obey and enforce all camp rules and policies.
Run activity sites according to Grace procedures including (but not limited to): Target Sports (Slingshots, archery, BB guns, 22's, shotguns, laser tag), Waterfront (Canoes & kayaks, swimming, blobbing), High Adventure (Climbing tower, ropes course, zipline), Outdoor Activities (Biking, group games), Cooperatives and Teambuilding.
Attend all staff meetings.
Assist with housekeeping: cleaning showers, bathrooms, and buildings to meet standards of excellence.
Support Community Worship as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor(s).