Summer Staff Conference Center Staff Counselor (Female)

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Mount Hermon, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Staff Counselors support the emotional, personal, and spiritual well-being of Summer Staff by overseeing staff community living in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc. (MHA)’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position. Ministerial staff are expected to reflect their Christian faith through their work, stewardship, relationships, and conduct, and to embrace and affirm MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. All staff are expected to participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The Staff Counselor supports Conference Center Summer Staff in their roles, helps facilitate spiritual development and community life, and works with the Chief of Staff, Staff Counselor team, Family Ministries Coordinator, and program team. The role also provides practical support for dorm life, camp programming, and departmental needs. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school graduate.
CPR/First Aid certified before arriving at camp.
Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Prior or current experience working with college-age students in ministry settings.
Experience in leadership roles while working with college-age students and young adults.
Leadership skills and emotional and spiritual maturity.
Developed sense of empathy and willingness to take initiative.
Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
Mature understanding of and respect for authority, peers, camp guidelines, and principles.
Flexibility and ability to adjust and problem-solve in challenging situations.
Ability to engage in active listening and a variety of outdoor activities.
Willingness to serve whenever needed.
At least 18 years of age because of the requirement for onsite community living.
Adherence to the company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
Adherence to the basic principles expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements.
Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

College graduate preferred.
Graduate work in a ministry- or human-services-related field preferred.
Prior camp counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Help facilitate spiritual development and oversee community life for Conference Center Summer Staff.
Model a genuine Christian lifestyle and encourage and nurture Summer Staff to serve selflessly across departments.
Meet twice with every Summer Staff member on the counselor’s floor for discipleship-oriented one-on-one meetings.
Coordinate with the Chief of Staff to build community and create opportunities for group gatherings or individual check-ins.
Work with the Chief of Staff to help coordinate weekly spiritual development meetings for all Summer Staff.
Coordinate with the Chief of Staff and Staff Counselor team to maintain dorm life.
Facilitate regular room checks.
Check the laundry room weekly and coordinate with Facilities to address needs.
Help Summer Staff resolve room issues, such as being locked out or needing maintenance.
Organize, coordinate, and supervise custodial support for dorms to maintain a clean living environment.
Support Conference Center Summer Staff in their roles and encourage and support them in assigned departments.
Coach and reinforce Summer Staff community-life standards so staff can thrive in their community life and job roles.
Collaborate with other departments to fill role gaps when approved by the Family Ministries Director and Chief of Staff.
Partner with the Family Ministries Coordinator to provide key support for Family Camp programming.
Help set up the Carnival every Sunday as instructed by the Family Ministries Coordinator.
Help set up and tear down all aspects of Zumba and S’mores every Tuesday in partnership with the program team, as instructed by the Family Ministries Coordinator.
Help set up and tear down all aspects of Mall Party every Friday in partnership with the program team, as instructed by the Family Ministries Coordinator.
Assist in departments as opportunities arise, working alongside Summer Staff to support strong performance in assigned areas.
Work with the Staff Counseling team and program team to provide camp shuttling needs.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.