Summer Staff Conference Center High School Counselor

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated; Mount Hermon (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated seeks a Family Camp High School Counselor to model a Christ-centered life, mentor campers, and lead daily small groups. The role emphasizes safety, spiritual growth, and supportive leadership on a mountain camp setting.

The position requires a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid certification, and a commitment to Mount Hermon’s mission and values. Prior camp counseling is preferred and candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school graduate; CPR/First Aid certification required before arriving at camp.
• Experience with high school students preferred.
• Background check and eligibility to work in the United States required.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm and welcoming environment for campers.
• Mentor small groups of high school students and guide them in faith development.
• Lead daily small groups reinforcing program objectives.
• Assist other departments in camper activities and leadership duties.
• Adhere to Mount Hermon mission, values and conduct standards.

Skills

Love for youth

Articulate Gospel

Active listening

Outdoor activities

Lead and teach

Patience

Service mindset

Education

High school diploma

College experience preferred

Job description

Position Objective:Family Camp High School Counselors are responsible to model a genuine Christian lifestyle to high school campers, provide campers’ safety and well-being while befriending campers to nurture spiritual growth, in order to lead them one step closer to Jesus, in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, and values.General Qualifications:The Family Camp High School Counselor is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s (“MHA”) Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs and retreats. All staff are expected to join gatherings, which includes prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.Key Job Accountabilities:Create a warm and welcoming environment for all campers.Mentor male and female students, helping students grow in their faith by inviting them into all aspects of the programming.Lead a daily small group of students reinforcing the daily objectives of the youth program.Work alongside campers aiding in service and work activities to provide leadership, accountability, and encouragement.Participate in bonus jobs with other departments on the mountain.Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.Supervisory Responsibilities:None.Education/Certifications/Licenses:High school graduate.College experience, preferred 2 years.Must be CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp).Work Experience:Prior or current experience working with high school students.Prior camp counseling experience preferred.Prefer prior experience in leadership roles.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Preferred previous experience working with high school students.Love for youth of all ages is essential; capable of providing strong Christian role model.Ability to articulate the Gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.Mature understanding and respect for authority and peers, as well as camp guidelines and principles.Ability to engage in active listening.Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.A heart to serve whenever needed.Must be able to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.Physical Demands:The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Requires sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, and hiking.Additional Requirements:Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements.Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.Possible opportunities to work with campers with special needs through our One on One program in assisting them physically, cognitively, and emotionally as they engage the camp experience in a way best suited to their individual needs.Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.Education/Certifications/Licenses:High school graduate.College experience, preferred 2 years.Must be CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp).Work Experience:Prior or current experience working with high school students.Prior camp counseling experience preferred.Prefer prior experience in leadership roles.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Preferred previous experience working with high school students.Love for youth of all ages is essential; capable of providing strong Christian role model.Ability to articulate the Gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.Mature understanding and respect for authority and peers, as well as camp guidelines and principles.Ability to engage in active listening.Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.A heart to serve whenever needed.Must be able to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.Physical Demands:The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Requires sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, and hiking.Additional Requirements:Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in Mount Hermon’s mission, vision, values, and commitment statements.Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.Possible opportunities to work with campers with special needs through our One on One program in assisting them physically, cognitively, and emotionally as they engage the camp experience in a way best suited to their individual needs.Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.