Summer Staff Conference Center High School Lead
About The Position
The Family Camp High School Lead develops, leads, and oversees programming for the Family Camp High School program. The role supports and equips staff to provide holistic, excellent, developmentally appropriate programs that help students move closer to Jesus, consistent with Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, and values. This is a ministerial position: staff are expected to demonstrate Christian faith in their work, stewardship, relationships, and behavior and to affirm Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Staff participate in gatherings that include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching. The lead supervises Family Camp High School staff and the Assistant Lead, and works with the Assistant Lead to develop and implement programming for junior high and high school campers at Family Camp. The role includes coordinating with departments, organizing schedules, overseeing program finances and inventory, communicating with parents, and evaluating the program. The position requires onsite community living and is open to applicants who are at least 18 years old.
Requirements
- High school graduation and college experience.
- CPR and First Aid certification before arriving at camp.
- Prior or current experience working with junior high and high school students in ministry settings.
- Experience in leadership roles while working with college-age students and young adults.
- Leadership skills and emotional and spiritual maturity.
- Strong relational skills and high energy to engage with youth.
- Ability to articulate the Gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
- Mature understanding of and respect for authority, peers, camp guidelines, and principles.
- Creativity, attention to detail, and ability to follow through with projects.
- Flexibility and ability to adjust and problem-solve in challenging situations.
- Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
- At least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.
- Adherence to Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as company dress code and professional standards for grooming and appearance.
- Satisfactory completion of a background investigation and ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Prior camp counseling experience.
Responsibilities
- Disciple, train, and supervise Family Camp High School staff, equipping them to disciple students and help students encounter God and connect with others.
- Develop a warm and welcoming atmosphere for students and staff.
- Ensure campers’ emotional and physical safety and well-being.
- Work with the Family Camp High School Assistant Lead to develop, create, coordinate, and implement programming for junior high and high school campers attending Family Camp.
- Coordinate with relevant departments and set and distribute schedules to the necessary parties.
- Provide financial oversight, including budgeting and purchasing.
- Communicate clearly and openly with parents.
- Implement and document program inventory and evaluation.
- Attend a weekly meeting with the Family Ministries Youth Intern and Leadership Team.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Family Ministries Youth Intern and/or Family Ministry Staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
