Summer Camp Counselor I

Presbyterian Mo-Ranch AssemblyHunt, TX
2dOnsite

About The Position

MO-RANCH MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly is to provide a special place and an enriching program in a living, learning, Christian environment to enable people to grow in God through Jesus Christ . MO-RANCH SUMMER CAMPS MISSION STATEMENT The mission statement for Mo-Ranch Summer Camps is to serve the Lord Jesus Christ by encouraging spiritual growth in a Christian camping ministry with special emphasis on relationships and discipleship through quality recreational and educational programs. OBJECTIVE OF JOB To be a positive Christian role model and supervise and teach youth ages 8-18 in various outdoor activities while living with and caring for them.

Requirements

  • Completion of your freshman year in college or 19 years of age or older.
  • Current certification in CPR and First Aid required.
  • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
  • Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum of 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working with children and youth in an outdoor setting preferred.
  • Certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding and WSI for those counselors working on the waterfront.
  • Archery instructor certification from NAA (National Archery Association) in order to teach archery.
  • Music leader needs to have a strong background in singing, guitar and/or piano, leading praise and worship.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out the policies for supervision of camper health and safety.
  • Supervise all assigned aspects of campers’ day including wake-up, dorm/cabin clean-up, meal times, rest hour, evening activities, Bible study, devotions, getting ready for bed, and after hours as assigned.
  • Be able to relate the Bible and the Christian faith to a variety of ages in a fun and challenging way and nurture the spiritual growth of each camper.
  • Help each camper meet the goals established by Mo-Ranch Summer Camps for camper development.
  • Teach or assist in teaching an activity.
  • Develop unit policies with campers on the first day of camp.
  • Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving in the group
  • Develop opportunities for interaction between campers and staff
  • Provide opportunities for the group that each camper may experience success during camp.
  • Provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns.
  • Guide unit and individual campers in participating successfully in all aspects of camp activities.
  • Help campers plan their participation in unit and camp-wide activities, special events, and programs.
  • Set a good example for campers and others including cleanliness, punctuality, sharing chores, honesty and sportsmanship.
  • Maintain good public relations with campers’ parents, and the Mo-Ranch staff.
  • Write clear, informative letters to camper parents introducing yourself and updating them on their son/daughter once a session.
  • Assist in evaluating the entire camp operation with suggestions for the following season.
  • Ability to walk at least ten miles over varied and rugged terrain.
  • Ability to stand and work for extended periods of time, under various weather conditions.
  • Ability to work under various environmental conditions, including extremes of heat (100 degrees or better).
  • Good driving record, able to meet the driving record requirements set forth by the insurance carrier.
  • This position requires regular and predictable attendance as an essential function of the job.
  • Instruct campers in emergency procedures such as fire drills, evacuating the dorm/cabin, inclement weather and flooding.
  • Prepare for and actively participate in staff training and staff meetings
  • Follow Mo-Ranch Summer Camps policies and procedures pertaining to smoking, and abstaining from the use of alcoholic beverages and drugs.
  • Encourage respect for personal property, camp equipment, and Mo-Ranch facilities.
  • Manage personal time off in accordance with camp policy.
  • Posses the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
  • Ability to assist campers in an emergency (fire, flood, evacuation, illness or injury).
  • Ability to accept supervision and guidance.
  • Ability to relate to one’s peer group.
  • Requires standing, sitting, repetitive motions, hearing, and visual acuity.
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