Summer Staff Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Assistant
About The Position
The Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Assistant ensures the safety and well-being of campers and staff participating in adventure activities at Ponderosa Lodge, including climbing tower and ropes course activities. The role also models a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship and helps provide campers with an experience aligned with the MHA Youth vision and values. This is a ministerial position. Ministerial staff are expected to reflect their Christian faith 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 are expected to participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The position works alongside rotating counselors during adventure events and cabin activities, maintains adventure equipment and areas, and evaluates program needs and equipment inventory at the end of the summer. The Ropes Assistant must be at least 18 because of onsite community living requirements and must complete a satisfactory background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Requirements
- Must be CPR/First Aid certified.
- Must have a current valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
- Must be at least 18 years of age due to onsite community living requirements.
- Must demonstrate the ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
- Must demonstrate a personal, committed, and thought-through faith in Christ.
- Must have proven leadership experience and skills, with a strong background in ministry and leadership of high school or junior high campers and college staff.
- Must be able to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
- Must complete a satisfactory background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Must adhere to MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, standards of conduct, and stated principles.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in team sports and ropes course activities.
- 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 participating in 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 PL Ropes Lead.
- Participate in camp community leadership and invest in staff during camp sessions and weekends.
- Serve campers and help create a positive experience for them.
- Adhere to MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements, as well as the company dress code and professional grooming and appearance standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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