Classification: Seasonal-Summer
Location: Glisson’s Outpost Program
Reports to: Outpost & Sparrowwood Program Director
Minimal Qualifications:
- Active Christian faith
- Passion for coaching and building Christian community
- Willingness to support the theological doctrines and practices of the United Methodist Church
- A background check will be conducted for this position
- At least one year of experience on staff as a counselor or coordinator with NGCRM
- Ability to:
- engage in servant leadership while working collaboratively within a team
- coach, lead, train, and supervise others
- facilitate harmonious relationships and interactions between staff, parents, and campers
- perform potentially strenuous physical activities (e.g. hiking, lifting gear, etc)
- give and receive constructive criticism
- solve problems creatively in fast-paced and at times high-stress environments
General and Specific Responsibilities:
- Outpost Philosophy
- Regard safety as the first priority and most important consideration in every circumstance
- Emphasize intentionality in spiritual growth and development
- Practice and teach small group camping as detailed in staff training
- Ensure adherence to the Outpost Skills Progression system
- Provide Staff Support
- Provide physical, spiritual, and emotional support for counselors
- Help to plan, prepare, and lead 2+ weeks of staff training
- Alongside the Program Director and other Team Leaders, lead, coach, and supervise a group of up to 12 counselors
- Alongside the Program Director and other Team Leaders, provide counselors with constructive feedback and correction when necessary
- Help to promote a culture of radical acceptance, safety, spiritual growth, and respect for fellow team members
- Manage Trip Logistics
- Work with fellow team leaders to inventory, organize, and manage gear on a regular basis
- Fill out weekly reports and paperwork (Accident/Incident reports, rope logs, refrigerator logs, etc.)
- Occasionally contact vendors to confirm dates and discuss any issues or details as needed
- Work with team members to coordinate the Outpost transportation schedule
- If 21 or older, pass required driver training to transport campers and use camp vehicles
- Site Management
- Hold self and counselors accountable to schedule
- Work with team members to coordinate menus, food and supply needs, and store operations
- Help keep facilities in working order
- Keep food and gear room neat and organized
- Manage correct handling and record keeping of medications and allergies
- Gather, sort, and deliver Outpost mail daily
- Help coordinate group-led worship experiences with groups
- Help coordinate a weekly communion service with the Program Director
- Work with Media Team to coordinate and capture photo/video for each group weekly
- Active Leadership Team member
- Before Summer
- Be involved in planning prior to summer, including but not limited to planning meetings, certification trainings, and staff retreats
- Attend Leadership Team retreat
- Complete Challenge Course facilitator training as needed
- Complete archery facilitator training as needed
- During Summer
- Be a supportive team member and practice Christian servant leadership
- Help to assure adherence to camp policies and procedures
- Perform staff evaluations throughout the summer
- Serve at Challenge course as needed
- Assist in planning worship experiences
- Before Summer