Worship Leader - Summer Staff 2027

Black Diamond and Warm Beach Camp•Auburn, WA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Worship Leader at Black Diamond Camps will help prayerfully plan sets appropriate for staff, campers (based on program) and youth pastors and families from all denominations. This role requires a multi-talented individual with vocal, guitar (acoustic, electric, bass) and percussion (full set and hand drums) skills. The Worship Leader sings on-stage and on-location throughout camp and also assists with programming and behind-the-scenes tasks to ensure camp runs smoothly, including cleaning, dishwashing, and necessary work projects. The person in this position must demonstrate cooperative behavior towards colleagues, guests, supervisors, volunteers, and guests at all times. Regular attendance is essential, and all team members are expected to maintain an environment of professionalism, safety, and fun.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Have a sincere love for the Lord and be committed to the Lordship of Christ in every area of life.
Have a burden and a love for all people and a desire to see them totally committed to the Lordship of Jesus.
Be willing to support the philosophy and goals of Warm Beach Camp Ministries and Black Diamond Camp through attitude, speech, and action.
Be willing to accept supervision and guidance.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain.
Lifeguard Certification or ability to obtain.
Food Handler's Card.
Valid Driver's License (for those age 21 or older) to be authorized to drive camp vehicles.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Regular attendance is essential.
Must wear face covering/mask per the guidelines and regulations in place during the time of employment as established by CDC, state, and local authorities.

Nice To Haves

Vocal skills
Guitar skills (acoustic, electric, bass)
Percussion skills (full set and hand drums)
Ability to plan worship sets
Experience working with campers aged 5-18
Experience working with youth pastors and families
Experience in programming and behind-the-scenes camp operations
Experience in cleaning, dishwashing, and work projects
Experience in leading Bible studies
Experience in facilitating activities and group development
Experience in creating flexible schedules
Experience in leading high-energy activities
Experience in canoe procedures, pool rules, and/or basic swim instruction.

Responsibilities

Communicate and work with campers aged 5-18 and high school-aged volunteers during various camp activities, providing necessary instruction.
Respond to emergencies in accordance with training and camp policies.
Observe camper and volunteer behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply effective behavior-management techniques.
Help build excitement for the opening day of camp each week and conduct oneself in a way that encourages trust from parents and campers.
Work as a team member with other BDC staff and volunteers towards the overall goals of the camp.
Serve as a positive role model to the summer staff in spiritual walk, self-respect, love and consideration of others, enthusiasm, and work ethic.
Lead worship effectively and confidently multiple times a day, with or without a worship team.
Be flexible with the needs of each group and program.
Recognize and respond to opportunities for presenting the "Good News" of Jesus Christ.
Assist campers during other recreational activities (training and support provided).
Perform the duties and tasks of a counselor in either Group Camp or Day Camp programs.
Demonstrate competency to belay/spot elements and activities.
Demonstrate proper set up of gear on the ground and use of appropriate knots.
Be competent in instructing and supervising participants on different challenge course elements.
Demonstrate proper belay set up and belay method.
Demonstrate the ability to see and manage inherent risk to minimize the risk of injury.
Maintain up-to-date Lifeguard/First Aid & CPR certifications or be willing to obtain them.
Demonstrate effective patron surveillance of up to 100 swimmers with the aquatic team.
Demonstrate competency to recognize and respond to emergency situations.
Be able to properly open and close aquatic environments.
Be able to identify and manage environmental and other hazards related to aquatic activities.
Be competent in instructing participants in canoe procedures, pool rules, and/or basic swim instruction.