Description:
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
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Fulfill the overall ministry of Grace Adventures and implement the mission of summer camps. Build and lead a culture of creativity, safety and positivity within the summer staff while running programs and programmed activities.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Oversee and encourage cabin leaders / other staff
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Complete the course of study during orientation and follow all camp policies
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Become familiar with the camp and grounds
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Keep spiritually and physically prepared to minister
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Maintain and model a vital personal growing relationship with Jesus Christ
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To equip and support cabin leaders, adventure, staff and band members in their roles
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Hold summer staff accountable for their actions
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To implement summer programs and fulfill all responsibilities of program staff
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Assist with behavior management and nighttime rounds
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Plan and lead assigned activities
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Attend staff meetings
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Speak in chapels or at campfires
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Interact with parents as required
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Assist with accommodations: cleaning showers, bathrooms, and buildings to meet standards of excellence
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Host Meals: set-up, manage, and communicate to campers, families, and groups
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Support Community Worship as assigned
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Other duties as assigned by your supervisor(s)
POSITION TYPE: Seasonal
HOUSING & MEALS: Provided throughout contract
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The information above represents the overall expectation of the entire Summer Leadership Staff team. That team consists of 5 different positions. Those positions are as follows:
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Program Lead: Upfront, outgoing personality. Responsible to plan, prepare, and lead the summer camp schedule. Silly songs, skits, running games, icebreakers, etc...
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Head Cabin Leader: Ideally an experienced cabin leader who is relationally focused and is excited to assist and support cabin leaders with behavior management, cabin coverage, etc...
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Worship Lead: Responsible to lead the worship team in creating dynamic worship experiences for our summer camp programs at the Grace Adventures and Paradise Ranch campuses.
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Adventure Lead: Responsible for leading and supporting the adventure staff team in delivering the summer camp program with excellence.
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High School Lead: Responsible for the leadership and implementation of the high school service week program on the Grace Adventures campus.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Have a personal growing relationship with Jesus Christ
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Knowledge of and love for God’s Word
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Love for kids and adults and ability to communicate with them
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Leadership ability and experience
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At least 2 years as cabin leader, adventure staff, or equivalent work with children or in a leadership role.
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Good health and stamina as required to implement a summer camp program. This will involve long hours and lifting at times. Ability to work in various weather climates and conditions.
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Minimum age 21 preferred
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Education required: High School Degree or equivalent
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Valid Driver’s License
