Summer Staff Ponderosa Lodge Ropes Lead

Job Details: Job Location: Santa Cruz - Mount Hermon, CA, Position Type: Summer Staff, Salary Range: $340.00 - $408.00Salary, Travel Percentage: Santa Cruz Mountains, Job Shift: Ponderosa Lodge, 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

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, and hiking.

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.