Classification: Seasonal-Summer
Location: Glisson’s Village Program
Reports to: Village Program Director
Minimal Qualifications:
- Active Christian faith
- Passion for coaching children/youth and building Christian community
- Willingness to support the theological doctrines and practices of the United Methodist Church
- At least one year of college (or equivalent) completed
- A background check will be conducted for this position
- Ability and willingness to:
- practice servant leadership while working collaboratively within a team
- facilitate harmonious relationships and interactions between campers and fellow staff members
- perform in potentially strenuous physical activities (hiking, lifting gear, camp-outs, etc.)
- give and receive constructive feedback
- solve problems creatively in fast-paced and at times high-stress environments
- nurture values for nature and creation within self and campers
General and Specific Responsibilities:
- Ensure High-Quality Camper Supervision
- Coach and supervise children/youth (2nd-12th grade) in an overnight camp environment Sunday-Friday for 9 weeks
- Partnering with a co-counselor, maintain supervision of and responsibility for up to twelve campers each week
- Regard safety (physical and emotional) as the first priority and most important consideration in every circumstance
- Oversee camper safety and general well-being
- Tend to campers’ individual needs and health concerns
- Guide an overnight campout for campers each week
- Belay campers at the Challenge Course
- Maintain clean and organized living and common spaces
- Foster a group culture that encourages team-building and belonging among campers
- Collaborate with a co-counselor to plan and lead activities that are differentiated for your campers each week
- Plan and debrief activities to allow for growth and reflection in individual and spiritual growth
- Practice and teach small group camping as detailed in staff training
- Allow space for campers to discover and practice their God-given gifts and strengths and leadership abilities
- Ensure adherence to NGCRM’s core values (Radical Acceptance, Unconditional Love, Experiential Learning, and Christian Community) in daily interactions.
- Maintain Missional Focus
- Incorporate provided curriculum throughout daily activities and routines
- Emphasize intentionality in spiritual growth and development
- Coordinate morning devotionals and worship/reflection experiences with your living group
- Fully Participate in Staff Training Prior to Camper Arrival (as designated by Director)