Summer Staff Redwood Camp Adventure Lead

Mount Hermon Association, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Hermon Association, Inc. in the United States seeks an RWC Adventure Lead to partner with the RWC Program Coordinator in designing, implementing, and overseeing the Redwood Camp recreation and adventure facilities.

Responsibilities include supporting cook-out activities and teambuilding workshops to foster a welcoming environment with outstanding customer service aligned to MHAs mission. This ministerial role emphasizes leadership of counselors and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; 1 year of college preferred.
• Level 2 Challenge Course certification preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification required before arriving at camp.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Set up and take down daily recreation and adventure activities.
• Develop and oversee operation of RWC recreation facilities and adventure facilities.
• Assist cook-out program and teambuilding workshops.
• Lead recreation activities with training and supervision for counselors.
• Oversee maintenance of recreation facilities and report equipment needs.
• Provide leadership to Pro-Ro counselors and assist with games setup.

Skills

Ropes course

Leadership

Counselor training

Safety training

Teachability of staff

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

1 year college preferred

CPR/First Aid certified

Level 2 Challenge Course certification preferred

Job description

Position Objective

The RWC Adventure Lead works with the RWC Program Coordinator to develop, implement, and oversee operation of RWC recreation facilities and assist with cook-out program as well as teambuilding workshops to provide a welcoming environment and with unparalleled customer service in a manner consistent with MHAs mission, vision and values.

General Qualifications

The Redwood Camp (RWC) Adventure Lead 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 MHAs Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHAs Christian community, conference programs and retreats. All staff are expected to join gatherings which include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Set up and take down of daily recreation and adventure activities.
• Develop and oversee operation of RWC recreation facilities, as well as adventure facilities.
• Assist in cook-out program as well as teambuilding workshops.
• Lead recreation activities, guiding training and supervision to provide counselors with the tools to create activities appropriate for primary and junior youth.
• Assist in the leading of adventure activities, guiding training and supervision to provide counselors with the tools to create activities appropriate for primary and junior youth.
• Oversee recreation facilities maintenance and upkeep, documenting and reporting on equipment needs. Assist in the adventure facility maintenance as well.
• Provide leadership and supervision to Pro-Ro (rotational counselors on program that week).
• Assist RWC Program Coordinator with implementing set-up and running games.
• Promote the adventure department as well as assisting in training and supervision of counselors in ropes course leadership, safety, proper use of equipment, and work toward proficiency in skills.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Adventure Assistants.
• Counselors on rotation helping run either adventure or recreation elements.

Education/Certifications/Licenses

• High school graduate; 1 year of college experience preferred.
• Level 2 Challenge Course certification preferred.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp).
• Must possess a valid current drivers license and have a clean driving record.

Work Experience

• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Prior experience in leadership roles in camp settings preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of ropes/challenge course equipment, maintenance, safety, operation and training.
• Love for children of all ages is essential.
• Well-versed in how to create and foster teachable moments through activity and able to train counseling staff to do so as well.
• Ability to maintain strong, team-oriented work ethic in conjunction with general program staff.
• Emotionally mature and willing to accept responsibility.
• Must be able to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.
• Motivated and able to lead with empathy and discipline.
• Must be prepared to problem solve on the job.

Physical Demands

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions
• Requires walking, sitting, and standing for 6-8 hrs. a day, seeing, hearing and talking.
• 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.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHAs Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States .

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Licenses

• High school graduate; 1 year of college experience preferred.
• Level 2 Challenge Course certification preferred.
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp).
• Must possess a valid current driver’s license and have a clean driving record.

Work Experience

• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Prior experience in leadership roles in camp settings preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of ropes/challenge course equipment, maintenance, safety, operation and training.
• Love for children of all ages is essential.
• Well-versed in how to create and foster “teachable moments” through activity and able to train counseling staff to do so as well.
• Ability to maintain strong, team-oriented work ethic in conjunction with general program staff.
• Emotionally mature and willing to accept responsibility.
• Must be able to lead and teach with patience and clear instruction.
• Motivated and able to lead with empathy and discipline.
• Must be prepared to problem solve on the job.

Physical Demands

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions
• Requires walking, sitting, and standing for 6-8 hrs. a day, seeing, hearing and talking.
• 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.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States .