Staff & Volunteers

Responsible to: Head Cook

General Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Cook in organizing meal preparation.
• Assist the Head Cook in organizing proper clean up and food storage.
• Ensure that Food Safe, HACCP and camp kitchen standards are followed.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Assist with meal preparation for Leadership Training Camp.
• Take part in the Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Provide servant leadership in meal preparation, food storage and clean up.
• Ensure all meals are prepared on time.
• Work with the Head Cook in giving leadership to other kitchen staff.
• Be prepared to take over for the head cook at least one day a week to provide for his / her time off.
• When taking over for the head cook, report to the Food Services Manager directly.
• Minimize the amount of waste as much as possible.
• Assist in ensuring that kitchen personnel follow Food Safe and hygiene standards.
• Assist in ensuring that the cooler, freezer, preparation areas and all equipment are kept clean.
• Assist in ensuring that operation of kitchen equipment is done in a safe manner.
• Assist in keeping non-kitchen staff out of the kitchen area.
• Be sensitive to the needs of the camp program, and noise levels produced in the kitchen.
• Contribute to a positive, loving and cooperative working atmosphere in the kitchen.

After Camp

• Carry out a total clean-up of the kitchen: tidy and wash shelves, launder towels and aprons, clean sinks and counters, defrost and wash freezers, empty and wash the cooler, and clean stoves and ovens.

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure that each individual has a well–balanced camping experience emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially, building relationship with those under your care.
• Ensure your campers are receiving adequate rest, food and individual care, and that they remain healthy and safe.
• Provide opportunities for campers to develop in their relationship with God.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.
• Depending on weekly program you may be caring for a group of campers –a family group

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-Camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

During Camp Training:

• Prepare teacher lesson plans from the Discovery material provided.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Participate in skill training, learning how to run activities as well as how to interact with different types of groups.
  
• Take part in (May –) June Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Your prime responsibility is to your campers. This means that you will live with and be available
  to them 24-7, putting their well-being before your own personal desires. You will care for them
  individually and as a cabin.
• Provide leadership and expertise to your cabin group while being patient, loving and kind.
• Keep your campers on schedule.
• Teach skills, lead activities and supervise as assigned by the Program Director.
• Lead daily cabin Bible Studies and devotions, participate in chapel services and attend and contribute to all staff meetings.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Make contact with parents during drop-off and pick-up, showing an honest interest in them and their camper.
• Use your personal time to care for yourself so that you are more prepared to care for kids.
• Assist in accomplishing other tasks as directed by the Program Director

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related to your cabin group. (Some at the end of each week, some summer end)
• Cabin leaders will contact parents for permission regarding any further contact of campers (visit, letter, email or phone).
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Give direction to the development of a chapel program that reinforces the theme of each
  camping day.
• Model a Christ-like spirit in relationships and in attitudes towards campers, staff and camp
  responsibilities.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-Camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

During Camp Training:

• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Give leadership in the formation of a core music team, motivating them to learn the songs well, and to teach them to the staff. 
• Work with Program Director to create/ implement skits based on the summer theme
• Construct well balanced teams to assist in the leadership of daily chapels.
• Prepare any sessions for June as directed
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Ensure that chapels start on time, and that preparation be productive.
• Allow groups a freedom to develop their gifts while giving guidance as necessary.
• Encourage and maintain a high degree of integrity in our approach to chapel preparation and
  presentations.
• Model humility and servanthood in your leadership approach.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director.

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports. (Some at the end of each week, some summer end)
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Monitor the craft working areas.
• Train and oversee the Staff and Seed in supervising and assisting campers with crafts.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-Camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

During Camp Training:

• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Learn how to do each of the crafts.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Keep the Craft Shop clean and well organized. Build an atmosphere that attracts campers into
  the craft areas.
• Open and operate the Craft Area as required.
• Train and supervise helpers in all aspects of working with crafts and campers.
• Model and encourage quality and professional customer service.
• Assist the Tuck Coordinator in ensuring a good supply of craft products for each camp.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director.

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports. 
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

(Advanced First Aid courses are only required for the advanced Attendant.)

Responsible to: Program Facilitator

General Responsibilities:

• Prepare and operate the first aid room.
• Take possession of and administer medications for campers and staff.
• Keep records of all treatments and medication given, along with daily check paperwork.
  
• Check all hygiene aspects of camp.
• Personally prepare yourself spiritually, physically, mentally and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

During Camp Training

• Take care of basic first aid as required.
• Clean, disinfect, and organize the first aid room. Become familiar with location of supplies.
• Ensure that other first aid kits have been checked and updated.
• Become fully acquainted with camp policy concerning first aid treatment and Covid policy.
• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Review health forms with campers / parents on registration day.
• Ensure forms are completed properly and kept confidential. Also review Staff and Seed health forms.
• Collect all medications from campers and staff and administer according to prescriptions.
• Discuss need–to–know information with the following personnel: Food Services Manager, Head Cook, Camp Leader,Wellness Director,Program Director and Program Facilitator.
• Provide care for the ill or injured.
• Maintain an adequate supply of first aid supplies. Make needs known to Program Facilitator.
• Watch for general cleanliness of campers and staff, addressing concerns to the Program Facilitator.
• Prepare first aid kits for overnight trips and hikes. Ensure that trip leaders sign them out, and record incidents in the booklet. Attach the page to that camper’s health form.
• Report and yield treatment of all major injuries to the advanced First Aid Attendant on site.
• Report all major accidents to the Program Facilitator, and provide necessary written reports.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the Program Facilitator & Director regarding sicknesses.
• Keep a detailed record of all treatments given and fill out specific forms if necessary.
• Be available to assist in any first aid emergency, at all locations of the camp.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Participate in the camp program when time, duties and desire permits.
• Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in the camp.

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations.
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.
• Ensure all paperwork has been filed correctly.

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Provide care for cabin leaders through assisting, encouraging, serving and mentoring.
• The male head cabin leader will care for the male cabin leaders and a female for females.
• Model a Christ-like spirit in relationships and in attitudes towards campers, staff and camp
  responsibilities.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training:

• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Prepare summer morning devotionals
• Prepare sessions for June Training as directed by Program Director
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp:

• Encourage and give general direction to cabin leaders regarding scheduling and responsibilities,
  encouraging good communication with team and leadership.
• Assist cabin leaders in their cabin responsibilities, helping them develop leadership skills.
• Provide opportunities for cabin leaders to develop in their relationship with God through prayer
  support, regular contact, individual action plans and accountability.
• Your prime responsibility is your cabin leaders. This means that you will be available to them 24-
  7, putting their well-being before your own personal desires.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director.
• Complete evaluations with cabin leaders when their time at camp comes to an end

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations.
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.
• Ensure all paperwork has been filed correctly.

Responsible to: Food Service Manager

General Responsibilities:

• Prepare menus in consultation with the Food Services Manager and assist with food ordering.
• Organize and implement meal preparation, food service, proper clean up and food storage.
• Ensure that Food Safe, HACCP and camp kitchen standards are followed.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Food Service Manager with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

Camp Training

• Provide meals for Leadership Training Camp.
• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Provide servant leadership in meal preparation, food storage and clean up.
• Ensure all meals are prepared on time.
• Maintain regular and open communication with the Food Services Manager.
• Minimize the amount of waste.
• Ensure that kitchen personnel follow Food Safe and hygiene standards.
• Ensure that the cooler, freezer, preparation areas and all equipment are kept clean.
• Ensure that operation of kitchen equipment is done in a safe manner.
• Give feedback to the Food Services Manager regarding rest needed by staff.
• Be sensitive to the needs of the camp program.
• Create and maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere in the kitchen

After Camp

• Carry out a total clean-up of the kitchen: tidy and wash shelves, launder towels and aprons,
  clean sinks and counters, defrost and wash freezers, empty and wash the cooler, and clean
  stoves and ovens.

NLS & minimum 16 years

Responsible to: Program Facilitator (indirectly Waterfront Director)

General Responsibilities:

• Supervise and organize the swimming area and activities including the Jungle swing.
• Assist in training staff in various aspects of waterfront safety and emergency procedures.
• Ensure overall safety at all times.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre–camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with camp procedure in handling the waterfront area.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.
• Prepare in–services with other guards and do on–site training to orient them to the lake.
• Assist in teaching other staff how help with deep water rescues and other emergency situations.

During Camp

• Take and record a safety check of the whole swim area prior to each swim.
• Check and set out safety equipment prior to each swim.
• Report needs for maintenance immediately.
• Ensure all swim staff are present and ready before opening area.
• Supervise and guard during swim times.
• Give direction to other waterfront staff in swim supervision duties.
• Take control of emergency situations, with overall safety of all campers and staff in mind, and defer to higher–level First Aid Attendants as required.
• In conjunction with the Waterfront and Program Directors, conduct an emergency drill at least once a week.
• Attend staff meetings and learn medical needs of campers and staff.
• Make sure beach area is clean and lost and found items collected.
• Be punctual and flexible.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director/ Facilitator.

After Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related required of you
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Head Cook

General Responsibilities:

• Assist in food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and dining hall set-up.
• Follow the directives of the Head Cook, regarding all aspects of the kitchen.
• Practice “Food Safe” procedures, and maintain good personal hygiene.
• Personally prepare yourself spiritually, physically, mentally and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

Camp Training

• Assist with meal preparation.
• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Assist in meal preparation, serving and kitchen cleaning.
• Become familiar with location and use of stock and equipment.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Head Cook.
• Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in the kitchen.
• Be punctual and flexible.

After Each Camp

• Be available to assist with some cooking for staff / rentals on weekends, as applicable.

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Wash staff laundry as requested.
• Wash kitchen towels regularly.
• Wash clothing or bedding for campers only in emergency.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

Camp Training

• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Provide a weekly laundry schedule for staff and Seed.
• Make sure kitchen towels are washed according to “Food Safe” standards.
• Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in the camp.
• Be punctual and flexible, and willing to offer help in the office, kitchen, or program as time allows.

After Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related required of you
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

NLS & minimum 16 years

Responsible to: Head Lifeguard

General Responsibilities:

• Assist with supervision of the swimming area and waterfront activities.
• Ensure overall safety at all times.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre–camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp Director.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures (especially those on the waterfront.)

During Camp

• Assist the Head Life Guard in swim area and equipment pre–checks as required.
• Supervise and guard during swim times, following camp procedures.
• Assist the Head Life Guard in emergencies and drills as required.
• Assist in making sure the beach area is clean and lost and found items are collected.
• Be punctual and flexible.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director/ Facilitator.

After Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related required of you
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Property Committee Chairman

General Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, implement and super vise all aspects of the maintenance and facilities improvement program.
• Become familiar with and operate according to our risk management policy.
• Ensure all equipment, facilities and areas are safe.
• Supervise any staff assigned to the maintenance program, whet her for long or short term.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read and complete any resources or paperwork received from Camp.

Camp Training

• Take care of basic maintenance as required.
• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Maintain an accurate task list, adding jobs as needed, and dating those completed.
• Communicate regularly with the Program Facilitator.
• Refer all maintenance concerns to the Property Chairman.
• Prioritize the task list with the Property Chairman.
• Supervise others assisting in maintenance, and refer any problems to the Program Facilitator.
• Complete and document regular safety checks of all areas, according to the camp standard.
• Complete and document regular checks of the operation of water and sewage systems.
• Complete regular checks of bathrooms to ensure cleanliness is being done properly.
• Be responsible for the appearance and upkeep of the grounds.
• Ensure regular disposal of all garbage around camp. (To avoid odors and wild animals)
• Ensure that duties described on the monthly and long-range maintenance list are completed.
• Ensure that operators of equipment and vehicles do so in a safe manner.
• Ensure that vehicle operators are licensed to do so. (Including operation on camp property)
• Return all equipment to its appropriate place after use.
• Keep an adequate wood supply in RV sites.
• Supervise RV sites regularly to ensure campfires are only made in designated spots.
• Be sensitive to the needs of the camp program.
• Participate in the camp program when time, duties and desire permits.
• Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in the camp.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Facilitator.

After Camp

• Organize the maintenance shop systematically.
• To complete a “facilities check list,” highlighting the major areas of need.
• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related required of you
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Maintenance Manager

General Responsibilities:

• Assist with the regular maintenance and improvement of facilities as required.
• Assist with regular safety checks of all equipment, facilities, and areas.
• Become familiar with and operate according to our risk management policy.
• Personally prepare yourself spiritually, physically, mentally and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Assist with basic maintenance as required.
• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Assist with disposal of all garbage around camp as required.
• Assist with safety checks as required, and report needs to the Maintenance Manager.
• Assist with duties as described on the monthly and long-range maintenance list, as required.
• Operate equipment and vehicles in a safe manner.
• Return all equipment to its appropriate place after use.
• Assist with the appearance and upkeep of the grounds.
• Assist with keeping an adequate wood supply in RV sites.
• Supervise RV sites regularly to ensure campfires are only made in designated spots.
• Assist with regular checks of bathrooms to ensure cleanliness is being done properly.
• Assist with regular checks of the operation of water and sewage systems.
• Be sensitive to the needs of the camp program.
• Participate in the camp program when time, duties and desire permits.
• Perform all related duties as designated by the Maintenance Manager.
• Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in the camp.
• Be punctual and flexible.

After Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related required of you
  
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Program Director Director

General Responsibilities:

• Prepare pictures for promotion and mementos (i.e. journals, web pages, display boards, and brochures.)
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Develop an understanding for the camp vision and purpose.
• Work with the director in designing promotional materials with these goals in mind.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Take camp pictures. Edit and save them in the formats required.
• Prepare and print camp journals on time for each week.
• Keep large pictures for future promotional use.
• Consider the needed promotion (including after summer) in taking photographs.
• Prepare pics for the website, and upload them accordingly.
• Encourage and maintain a high degree of integrity in the kinds of pictures taken, making sure that the content is positive, and that the message reflects the camp.
• Take proper care of all equipment, ensuring that it is handled properly.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director.

After Each Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related to your responsibilities.
• Assist in the clean-up of camp

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Pray for the staff, the campers and the camp ministry on an intentional dedicated basis.
• Encourage private and corporate prayer with a positive attitude and a spirit of meekness.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre–camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Become familiar with the Pointers for being a Good Prayer Soldier.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Your prime responsibility is to privately bear the needs of people before God.
• This means that you will have a high regard for privacy and trust in taking and sharing prayer requests.
• Your value is that of a servant, entrusted with the cares of people.
• No one at the camp will be “in charge” of prayer.
• Set aside 3 hours per day to pray for staff and seed, and another 2 hours per day to pray for campers and camp ministry.
• Maintain an open communication between yourself and leadership staff.
• Encourage positive communication among others.
• Be available to assist other leadership staff and the general camp program as assigned by the program director.
• Attend chapels and contribute to all staff meetings.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Use your personal time to care for yourself so that you are more prepared to care for others.

After camp:

• Complete any evaluations as required
• Assist with camp clean-up

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Assist in co–ordinating and supervising all areas of the Classic Track program.
• Assist the Program Director in running a successful program for all campers.
• Consult daily with other Track and Camp Directors.
• Function as a member of the Leadership Team through prayer, and serving other staff.
• Ensure that the Tracks program fulfills the Camp’s objectives and philosophy.
• Create excitement for the camp program among campers and staff.
• Model a Christ–like spirit in relationships and in attitudes.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

During Camp Training

• Assist with and take part in May –June Training, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Work with the Program Director & Program Facilitator to develop good relationships between staff members.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Become completely familiar with the Discovery materials, and theme of the Camp.
• Complete the requirements of Leadership Team Training, with a servant attitude.
• Prepare designated sessions for June Staff Training.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.
• Assist in preparation of camp facilities and grounds.
• Assist Program Director with schedules and implementation of program during pre-summer rentals and programs. 

During Camp

• Assist to prepare, coordinate, implement and facilitate the program schedule.
• Supervise skills, assisting as necessary, and ensuring they run smoothly.
• Ensure the program (games, meals, activities, skills) functions safely, following risk management policy.
• Ensure that campers receive proper customer care. They are your primary responsibility.
• Work with the Program Director to organize time off for program staff.
• Assist Program Director / Facilitator in leading staff meetings and prayer times.
• Encourage and support program staff and work closely with the Program Director to deal with problems swiftly and to develop potential of staff and the classic program.
• Assist in accomplishing the behind the scenes jobs that allow camp to run (cleaning, paperwork, chopping vegetables, so on) as needed with a willing spirit.

After Each Camp

• Be available during drop-off and pick-up and speak with parents as necessary.
• Assist the Program Director / Facilitator with debriefing of each camp.
• Ensure that program staff rest properly between camps so that we are prepared to serve.

After Summer

• Fill out an evaluation of the summer’s classic program, noting shortages in equipment, and suggestions for improvements in activities, skills, staffing, training, etc, as well as a personal growth evaluation.
• Assist in summer end clean–up, ensuring game and activity areas are neat and tidy.
• Complete other paperwork / evaluations as required

If you love variety and learning lots of new things, this is for you!

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Help ensure that each individual on site has a well–balanced camping experience emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially, by stepping into areas all over camp.
• Chopping vegetables, cleaning anything, learning skills and activities, running a section of our media programs, leading a hike, anything and everything could be yours.
• Interact with the program with a servant and enthusiastic attitude.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.
• Model a Christ–like spirit in relationships and in attitudes.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

During Camp Training:

• Become completely familiar with the Discovery materials, and theme of the Camp.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Participate in skill training, learning how to run activities as well as how to interact with different types of groups.
  
• Take part in (May –) June Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Assist in preparation of camp facilities and grounds.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Help out all over camp as per the schedule given to you by the Program Director.
• Teach skills, lead activities and supervise as assigned by the program director.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Use your personal time to care for yourself so that you are more prepared to care for kids.
• Assist in accomplishing the behind the scenes jobs that allow camp to run (cleaning, paperwork, chopping vegetables, so on)as needed with a willing spirit.
• Approaching new jobs with a willingness to learn.
• Participate in daily camp meetings.
• Keep eyes and heart open for discipleship opportunities with anyone you come in contact with.

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related to your cabin group.
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.

Responsible to: Office Manager

General Responsibilities:

• Assist with implementing all aspects of the office, and completing all tasks as assigned by the Office Manager.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre–camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director / Office Manager with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Assist as a receptionist and secretary, answering phones, typing, copying and filing.
• Assist with parental contact before and after camp, showing an honest interest in them and their child.
• Assist with registrations, making good contacts with parents and campers, collecting fees, and providing information as needed.
• Assist with camp journals for each week as needed.
• Clean office countertops, floors and door knobs daily.
• Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in the office.
• Complete other related duties as assigned by the Office Manager.
• Be punctual.
• Be flexible to assist with other parts of the camp program as schedule allows.

After Each Camp

• Ensure that all forms are completed and filed at the end of each camp.
• Help prepare the appropriate information and supplies for cabin leaders for the next camp.
• Assist in clean-up of camp as able
• Fill out any paperwork required of you before you leave site

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Provide care for the Seed through assisting, encouraging, serving and mentoring.
• The male Seed leader will care for the male Seeds and a female for females.
• Lead and guide the Seed participants in each area of the program, ensuring a well–balanced camp experience and an opportunity to deepen their commitment to Christ. Encourage them to be responsible, co–operative, creative and positive in attitudes. 
• Model a Christ–like spirit in social relationships, in attitudes towards campers, staff and camp responsibilities, and in whole manner of life.
• To be seeking discipleship moments in everyday situations during the camp season.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-Camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

During Camp Training

• Take part in May –June Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Work with the Program Director / Program Facilitator to develop good relationships between SEED participants and the rest of the staff.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp. (Including familiarizing self with SEED curriculum, preparing with counterpart to teach. ) 
• Become completely familiar with the Discovery materials, and theme of the Camp.
  
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.
• Complete the requirements of May Team Training, with a servant attitude.
• Prepare designated sessions for June Staff Training.
• Assist in preparation of camp facilities and grounds.

During Camp 

• Encourage and lead the Seed participants in their daily responsibilities, encouraging good communication with team and leadership.
• Prepare and lead inter–active Bible studies and prayer meetings with the Seed.
• Provide opportunities for Seed participants to develop in their relationship with God through prayer support, regular contact, individual action plans and accountability.
• Administrate the Seed in their support to the camp program.
• Your prime responsibility is your Seed participants. This means that you will be available to them 24–7, putting their well–being before your own personal desires.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Ensure that SEED participants receive sufficient rest and use their personal time in such a way as to be ready to minister more effectively each day.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director/ Facilitator.

After Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related to your responsibilities.This includes a personal growth report, evaluations for each SEED, and an evaluation of the program.
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of property.

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Co–ordinate and supervise all areas of the Performing Arts / Outdoor Challenge / Waterfront program.
• Assist the Program Director in running a successful program for all campers.
• Consult daily with other Track and Camp Directors.
• Function as a member of the Leadership Team through prayer, and serving other staff.
• Ensure that the Tracks program fulfills the Camp’s objectives and philosophy.
• Create an enthusiasm for Tracks activities among campers and staff.
• Model a Christ–like spirit in relationships and in attitudes.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Provide the Program Director/ Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.

During Camp Training

• Assist with and take part in May –June Training, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Work with the Program Director & Program Facilitator to develop good relationships between staff members.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Become completely familiar with the Discovery materials, and theme of the Camp.
• Complete the requirements of Leadership Team Training, with a servant attitude.
• Prepare designated sessions for June Staff Training.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.
• Assist in preparation of camp facilities and grounds.

During Camp

• Assist to prepare, coordinate, implement and facilitate the program schedule.
• Supervise Track skills, assisting as necessary, and ensuring they run smoothly.
• Ensure the Track (PA, OC, or WF) program functions safely, following risk management policy.
• Ensure that campers receive proper customer care. They are your primary responsibility.
• Work with the Program Director to organize time off for program staff.
• Assist Program Director / Facilitator in leading staff meetings and prayer times.
• Encourage and support program staff and work closely with the Program Director to deal with problems swiftly and to develop potential of staff and the PA / OC / WF program.
• Assist in accomplishing the behind the scenes jobs that allow camp to run (cleaning, paperwork, chopping vegetables, so on) as needed with a willing spirit.

After Each Camp

• Be available during drop-off and pick-up and speak with parents as necessary.
• Assist the Program Director / Facilitator with debriefing of each camp.
• Ensure that program staff rest properly between camps so that we are prepared to serve.

After Summer

• Fill out an evaluation of the summer’s PA / OC / WF program, noting shortages in equipment, and suggestions for improvements in activities, skills, staffing, training, etc, as well as a personal growth evaluation.
• Assist in summer end clean–up, ensuring PA / OC / WF areas are neat and tidy.
• Complete other paperwork / evaluations as required

Responsible to: Program Director

General Responsibilities:

• Prepare videos and clips for promotion and mementos (i.e. take home DVD of the week, quick clips of the day, web promos)
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Develop an understanding for the camp vision and purpose.
• Work with the Program Director in designing promotional materials with these goals in mind.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Take camp video footage. Edit and save them in the formats required.
• Prepare and burn camp videos on time for each week.
• Prepare other promotional videos and quick clips as requested. Upload / assist with social media as directed.
• Keep data for the year and file by camp and purpose.
• Consider the needed promotion (including after summer) in taking footage.
• Encourage and maintain a high degree of integrity in the kinds of pictures taken, making sure that the content is positive, and that the message reflects the camp.
• Take proper care of all equipment, ensuring that it is handled properly.
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Do other related duties as assigned by the Program Director.

After Each Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related to your responsibilities.
• Assist with camp wide clean up

Responsible to: Program Facilitator   

General Responsibilities:

• Help prepare individuals for camp, and camp for individuals.The focus is largely toward campers, but in some cases the same can be done for staff.
• Facilitate and care for campers at risk by preparing wellness plans to help them succeed through their week of camp.
• Model a Christ–like spirit in social relationships, in attitudes towards campers, staff and camp responsibilities, and in whole manner of life.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre–camp

• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director / Program Facilitator with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.
• Scrutinize the registration file and flag campers with special needs or concerns that show that they could be at risk.
• Call the parents of each of these campers to build an information base by which to create of action plans as needed.

Camp Training

• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.

During Camp

• Though the Wellness Director has a fairly wide area of interest when it comes to children or youth having difficulty with peers for various reasons, he/she will take a special interest in those who are often targeted by bullies, show symptoms of abuse, are self–harming, have high anxiety, depression, or show aggression to others.
• Parents should be consulted in the development of plans. Plans can include any of the following (examples only): specific cabin mates, cabin leader placement, support worker placement, regular contact with parents and on–site staff, camper visits with the Wellness Director and follow–up.
• Work through intervention and resolution as necessary.
• Where campers work against each other, favour the success of both.
• Provide support in all areas of camp to ensure a healthy and safe camp environment for participants and staff, physically, socially, and emotionally.
• Record keeping and general health for campers and staff will be a constant concern for the Wellness Director.
• Keep all information and records to the highest degree of confidentiality, and only share the information or plans with other staff on a“need to know basis”.

After Summer

• Complete and submit all required evaluations.
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of the property.
• Ensure all paperwork has been filed correctly.

Responsible to: Outpost Director

General Responsibilities:

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  Prepare and operate the first aid kit.
• Take possession of and administer medications for campers and staff.
• Keep records of all treatments and medication given.
• Check all hygiene aspects of camp.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp Director.
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  Provide the Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles t hat may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training & Pre-Trip:

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  Take care of basic first aid as required.
• Clean, disinfect, and organize t he first aid kit. Become familiar with location of supplies.
• Become fully acquainted with camp policy concerning first aid treatment.
• Take part in Leadership Training Camp, when possible, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Become familiar with route, schedule, terrain and emergency procedures.

During Trip

• Review camper health forms with parents on registration day.  Ensure forms are completed properly, and kept confidential at all times.  Also review outpost staff health forms.
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  Collect all medications from campers and staff and administer according to prescriptions.
• Discuss need-to-know information with Outpost staff, Food Services Manager and Camp Director.
• Provide care for the ill or injured, always being available for any first aid emergency.
• Maintain an adequate supply of first aid supplies.
• Make needs known to Camp First Aid.
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  Ensure that all footwear is comfortable and adequate for the trip.
• Watch for general cleanliness of campers, staff and hygiene of camp site.
• Address concerns to the Outpost Leader.
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  Complete a daily tent inspection. Ensure that tents are dry, free of odours, and that clothing and footwear is being dried properly.
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  Use the satellite phone to report all major injuries to the Camp First Aid attendant and Camp Director as soon as possible.
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  Request any help or supplies needed from main camp during a major injury.
• Take responsibility for providing a safe evacuation t he injured or sick when necessary.
• Watch for and report ongoing or communicable sicknesses.
• Keep a detailed record of all treatments given.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Participate in the camp program when time, duties and desire permits.
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  Contribute to a positive working atmosphere in t he camp.
• Fill out specific forms as necessary.

Responsible to: Outpost Director

General Responsibilities:

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  Maintain safety in all aspects of the trip, with common sense and good judgment.
• Communicate regularly with the trip leader regarding safety.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

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  Provide the Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Pre-trip Preparation

• Ensure that at least one member of the team has done a reconnaissance trip within the last 14 months, reporting the route and any observed hazards thoroughly.
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  Complete a Task Safety Analysis with the other team leaders.
• Get to know the other trip leaders, and how your areas of responsibility work together.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Get to know your trip map and schedule of activities.
• Ensure that all trip leaders are familiar with emergency / evacuation procedures, and operation of the satellite phone.
• Write down necessary phone numbers.
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  Ensure that emergency food, clothing and supplies are packed.
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  Check on expected weather conditions for the duration of the trip.
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  Carry supplies to ward off wild animals (i.e. pepper spray, air horn, rifle).

During Trip

• Ensure ongoing safety of route, taking any necessary alternatives.
• Ensure that safety concerns, of staff and campers, are addressed in all aspects of the camp.
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  Encourage good attitude by example through the most difficult parts of the trip.
• Supervise and assist in site set-up and maintenance as needed.
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  Ensure that participants receive adequate rest.
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  Follow emergency procedures in an emergency.
• Keep good, open communication with campers and staff. Deal with conflicts appropriately.

After Trip

• Assist with making sure camp equipment is clean, accounted for, and returned to proper its place, noting all items needing repair.
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  Submit a trip safety report to the Outpost Director.

Responsible to: Outpost Director

General Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise all areas of the trip.
• Ensure good ongoing communication between trip staff.
• Ensure that the program fulfills the Camp’s objectives and philosophy.
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  Create an enthusiasm for all areas of program involvement amongst campers and staff.
• Model a Christ-like spirit in relationships and in attitudes.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• 
  Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Become completely familiar with the Discovery materials.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities and outpost emergency procedures.
• Assist in preparation of camp sites, routes, and reconnaissance trips.
• Provide the Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence – especially with regard to time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

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  Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• 
  Work with the Outpost Director to develop good relationships between staff members.
• Get to know the other trip leaders, and how your areas of responsibility work together.

Trip Preparation

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  Ensure that all participants are familiar with staff positions.
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  Ensure adequacy of equipment, packs, and clothing; and remove excess weight from packs.
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  Ensure camper skills are sufficient or take time for instruction and practice.
• Assist the Outpost Director in other responsibilities as requested.

During Trip

• Prepare, coordinate, implement and facilitate the weekly schedule.
• 
  Supervise and assist in all aspects of the camp.
• Ensure that campers receive proper customer care.  They are your primary responsibility.
• 
  Ensure program functions safely, following risk management policy.
• Encourage and support other staff and work closely with the Outpost Director to deal with problems swiftly and to develop potential of staff and program.
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  Keep good, open communication with campers and staff. Deal with conflicts appropriately.

After Trip

• Ensure completion of evaluations and trip reports; and submit all trip documents to the office.
• Where possible be involved in camper follow-up.