Summer Staff Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Lead

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• High school graduate, some college experience preferred.
• CPR/ First Aid Certified.

Work Experience:

• Prior experience working with junior high and high school students.
• Experience in ministry preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
• Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed and thought-through faith in Christ.
• Possess proven audio/visual, computer and theatrical lighting skills.
• Must exhibit great interpersonal skills with people of all ages.
• Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.

Physical Demands:

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Requires seeing, hearing, talking, sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, hiking and lifting of 40 lbs.

Additional Requirements:

• 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 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.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• Must be CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp).
• Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record required.

Work Experience:

• Prior experience in team sports and ropes course activities.
• Prior experience in camping ministry is beneficial and preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.
• Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed and thought-through faith in Christ.
• Possess proven leadership experience and skills along with a strong background in ministry and leadership of high school/junior high campers and college staff.
• Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.

Physical Demands:

Additional Requirements/Skills:

• Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirements 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.