Job description

This position requires temporary relocation to St. Charles, IL to live on our 85-acre campus for 10 weeks from May- August. Room & Board (housing & daily meals) is included in addition to compensation.

Job Summary:

FVCA camp staff are responsible for the general supervision and engagement of all campers in both our kids and teen camp programs. They provide a structured positive and safe environment for them to experience God in a camp setting. Our goal is to help our children explore nature, play games, bond with other campers, have fun but most importantly learn about Jesus Christ in an extraordinary way. Being patient, knowledgeable of camp activities and having the ability to build good relationships with children and teens are three essential traits for our staff.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Supervise, guide, love, and care for a group of 7-10 campers (age groups from 6-18 years old) at a week's time during the entire summer season at FVCA.
• Consistently engage with campers throughout the day and week including discussions over meal time, cabin devotionals, chapel and other planned activity sessions.
• Always create and maintain a positive and encouraging atmosphere throughout the Summer camp.
• Empower, serve, encourage, love and support all campers consistently.
• Follow all guidelines of FVCA, including the philosophy, goals, and objectives and also follow all of FVCA’s safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain the safety of campers at all times, placing their welfare and interest above everything else.
• Help campers become more aware of God in each aspect of their lives so they are capable of continued growth on their own after camp.
• Assist with program evaluation at the end of each session and at the end of the summer.
• Assist in all scheduled program activities in the various areas of the camp when requested.
• Assist with recreational and educational activities (such as swimming, hiking, canoeing, crafting etc.)
• Escort and oversee children to cabin or activities when necessary.
• Educate campers through games and explorations.
• Resolve occasional fights between children and address behavioral issues.
• Ensure camping sites are clean and that campers don’t litter in recreational areas or nature paths.
• Perform basic first aid or take care of injuries as needed.
• Complete accurate incident reports, camper report logs and meal count documentation.
• Attend all staff meetings and morning staff devotionals daily.
• Assist with camper morning and nightime routines.
• Take part in helping with the check-in and check out process of all campers off site.
• All camp staff will be asked to do other different tasks and or assignments as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Have a life that exemplifies a relationship with Jesus Christ which also impacts the lives of others.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.
• Must have regular church attendance and a pastor/church leader reference.
• Must enjoy being outdoors for long periods of time, live in missionary like conditions and love camp activities.
• Experience working with children from low income communities.
• Must be able to adapt and relate, cross-culturally and embrace diversity.
• Must be coachable and have a willing heart to be challenged and receive guidance and direction on a daily basis.
• Must be a person who has high energy and an outgoing personality.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (strength and stamina to follow strenuous activities like hiking, running, crouching or carrying children).
• To be able to be flexible, function under pressure and commit to long hours while serving children and/or teens in care.

To submit your application for this position, please click on the “apply now” button on our job description page on our website at https://fvca.org/staff-descriptions or also copy this link in your browser to go directly to the application: https://form.jotform.com/212434622103037?position=summercamp

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $390.00 - $429.00 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to pass a State and Federal background check?
• Will you be able to temporarily relocate to St. Charles, IL (55 mins west of Chicago) to live on our campus for 10 weeks from May-August for this job?
• FVCA is a non-denominational Christian Ministry committed to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This is a ministry position. Are you a passionate follower of Jesus Christ?

Experience:

• Outdoor Camping: 1 year (Preferred)
• Children/Teen Ministry: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English and Spanish fluently (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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