Summer Staff Kidder Creek Adventure Camp Wilderness Counselor/Lifeguard

Mount Hermon Associationorporated•Etna, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kidder Creek Counselor/Wilderness Lifeguard is a ministerial position responsible for modeling Christian discipleship and supporting campers’ safety, well-being, and spiritual growth. The role befriends and nurtures campers through program activities and curriculum, both at camp and in the wilderness, and leads or assists with adventure and recreation activities in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s mission, vision, and values. Counselors live with and lead approximately 7–8 campers each week, lead small-group Bible studies, and guide campers spiritually through activities and curriculum. They help deliver camp programming, including 1–2 wilderness trips during the summer, keep camp areas clean and orderly, contribute to the staff community, and assist with housekeeping, kitchen, transportation, and other assigned duties. Staff must attend meetings and events and be ready to respond to program needs and changing assignments. The work takes place both indoors and outdoors, including exposure to varied weather and terrain. It involves strenuous physical activity, including carrying gear, climbing, swimming, running, and potentially lifting or moving people or equipment. The position requires onsite community living, a satisfactory background investigation, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old because the position requires onsite community living.
Must hold current CPR and Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certifications before summer.
Current lifeguard certification required.
Current valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
Food Handler’s Card required.
Prior experience working with students of varying ages.
Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
Demonstrated personal, committed, and thoughtful faith in Christ.
Ability to serve as a positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.
Creativity, willingness to learn, and ability to teach and lead Bible studies.
Ability to participate in a variety of outdoor activities.
Attention to detail and follow-through, and ability to adapt to program challenges and changing assignments or schedules on short notice.
Willingness to drive campers in camp vehicles and comply with MHA employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles used for business.
Ability to complete a satisfactory background investigation and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including carrying 25–50 pounds; climbing, swimming, running, and traversing steep trails and stairs; extended periods in the sun; and potentially lifting, pushing, or pulling people or equipment weighing over 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of college experience.
Prior camp counseling experience.
Preferably at least 21 years of age, with a clean driving record, due to MHA driver policy.

Responsibilities

Live with and lead approximately 7–8 campers each week.
Lead small-group Bible studies.
Connect with campers and guide their spiritual growth through activities and curriculum.
Lead or assist with assigned adventure, recreation, and guiding activities, including 1–2 wilderness trips during the summer.
Ensure camper safety at all times.
Help keep cabins, living areas, workspaces, supplies, and other camp areas clean and orderly.
Participate in and contribute enthusiastically to the broader program and summer staff community.
Support smooth program execution by being punctual, prepared, and willing to assist with immediate or unforeseen needs.
Perform housekeeping and kitchen duties during rotation weeks, including dishes, bathrooms, and trash.
Serve as a transportation-bus chaperone one weekend.
Attend all staff meetings and events.
Drive campers in camp vehicles when required and comply with MHA driving guidelines.
Perform secondary and rotation-week assignments, including adventure, recreation, transportation, and housekeeping duties.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Adhere to MHA’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements, as well as its dress code and professional grooming standards.