Description

Position Objective:

Ranch Camp Counselors are responsible to model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, providing for campers safety and well-being while befriending and nurturing spiritual growth through program activities and curriculum in manner consistent with MHA’s mission, vision, and values.

General Qualifications:

A mature follower of Jesus, still growing and developing in their faith.  Fully in accord with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s (“MHA”) mission, vision, values and statement of beliefs.  Committed to living these out personally, and instilling them in the organization.  Of strong moral character and integrity.

Key Job Accountabilities:           

• Live with and lead approx. 7-8 campers each week.
• Lead small group Bible studies.
• Seek out and connect to campers guiding them spiritually through activities and curriculum.
• Oversee and implement a variety of adventure, recreation, and guiding activities as assigned, with enthusiasm.
• Ensure camper safety at all times.
• Attend all staff meetings and events.
• Share in the responsibilities of keeping camp areas (including cabins, living areas, workspaces and supplies) clean and orderly.
• Actively participate in and contribute to the broader program, serving in both your primary and secondary roles with enthusiasm.
• Actively engage and help build the summer staff community with your attitude, words, and actions.
• Ensure smooth execution of the program specifically by being on time, prepared, and willing to assist with immediate and/or unforeseen needs.
• Housekeeping & kitchen duties during rotation weeks including (but not limited to) dishes, bathrooms, trash, etc.
• Ride the transportation bus as a chaperone one weekend.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisors.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• At least 1 year college experience preferred.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified.
• Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required.
• If you are 21 or older, you may be asked to drive campers and/or guests as part of your job responsibilities. 

Work Experience:

• Prior camp counseling experience preferred.
• Prior experience working with elementary, junior high and high school students.
• Experience and knowledge of horses preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
• Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed and thought-through faith in Christ.
• Positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.
• Possess creativity, willingness to learn and ability to teach and lead Bible studies.
• Able to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
• Ability to lead worship preferred.
• Attention to detail and follow-through, creative and able to adjust to challenges of the program.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing job assignments and schedules with short notice.

Physical Demands:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Requires lifting and transporting 25-50 lbs. of gear and equipment up and down stairs.
• Requires employee to ascend and/or descend ladders, stairs, cables, and trees using hands and feet. 
• The employee is frequently required to run, swim, stand, sit for long periods and use steep trails and stairs.
• The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl.
• The physical environment requires the employee to talk and hear both in person from close and long distances and by phone or radio.
• The employee may be required to lift, push or pull persons or equipment over 100 lbs.
• Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic colors and shades; depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to be in the sun for extended periods.