Position Objective

The Kidder Creek (“KC”) Junior (“Jr.”) 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, beliefs, culture code and standards of conduct.

• Co-lead a group of campers each week.
• Lead small groups and teaching times
• Seek out and connect to campers guiding them to who God made them to be.
• Actively participate in and implement a variety of recreation activities with enthusiasm.
• Share in the responsibilities of keeping camp areas including cabins, living areas, workspaces and supplies clean and orderly.
• Attend all staff meetings and events.
• Ensure smooth execution of the program specifically by being on time, prepared, and willing to assist with immediate and/or unforeseen needs.
• Assist with General Program Support, Housekeeping and Kitchen duties including (but not limited to) snack shack, dishes, bathrooms, trash, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisors.

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Education/Certifications/Licenses

• In High School
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified.

Work Experience

• Prior experience working with elementary and junior high students.

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  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.
• Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

• Must have a clean driving record of at least three years, and agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and use of personal vehicles for business purposes.
• Assist in service needs (maintenance, food service, and housekeeping) at camp as assigned by the Kidder Creek leadership team.
• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Culture Code and Standards of Conduct.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation or Valid Work Permit as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• This job description reflects essential functions of this position. It does not restrict management’s right to reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.