About This Role
This summer position involves training, supervising, coaching, developing, and mentoring female counselors at Ponderosa Lodge. The coordinator models Christian discipleship and nurtures the spiritual growth of campers and staff through program activities and curriculum, aligning with MHA’s mission, vision, and values.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate counselors' performance and provide feedback for improvement in their ministry to campers
- Facilitate counselor/camper relations and assist counselors with difficult decisions concerning campers, especially regarding discipline
- Conduct mid-summer evaluations of all supervised staff
- Assist with periodic staff training and the oversight and planning of counselor meetings
- Meet daily with the PL Leadership Team and supervisor
- Assist with program and/or activities and other duties as assigned by the Director of Ponderosa Lodge
Requirements
- College graduate preferred
- CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp)
- Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Prior experience mentoring and discipling 18-25 year olds
- Experience in camping ministry, with service in various roles, such as counseling, program, or operations
- Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture
- Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed, and thought-through faith in Christ
- Proven leadership experience and skills with a strong background in ministry and leadership of high school/junior high campers and college staff
- Attention to detail and follow-through with an ability to be creative, flexible, and able to adjust to program challenges
- Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities
- Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living
- Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Commitment statements
- Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance
- Commitment to being part of the leadership team within the camp community and investing in staff during camp sessions and weekends
- Commitment to spending time serving campers and helping to create a great experience for them
- Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States
Important Details
- Job Shift: Ponderosa Lodge
About the Company
Mount Hermon Association, Inc. (MHA) is a Christian organization that embraces and affirms its Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code, and standards of conduct. Ministerial staff are responsible for defining, cultivating, and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. All staff are expected to join gatherings, which include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.