Our Summer Staff are one of a kind!

We make it a priority to hire outgoing, approachable and friendly Summer Staff. We know how important it is to surround children with positive, encouraging role models, especially when they are away from home. Along with background checks, we do extensive training on safety, ways to include all campers in social activities, and how to respond and help your child navigate through emotional struggles. Our Summer Staff also receive hands-on training in CPR and First Aid as well keeping the facilities clean above and beyond state code.

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Camp Rivercrest 2024 Summer Staff?

The ministry of Camp Rivercrest is dependent upon a summer staff that is committed to carrying out our mission. Summer staff have the incredibly meaningful responsibility of being a Christ-like example to campers of all ages. Camp Rivercrest expects our summer staff to live a life that honors God at all times, not just while camp is in session. Therefore, all applicants must exhibit the following:

An active, personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Christ-like love in all interactions with people
A positive attitude in all circumstances, regardless of fatigue or difficulty
A servant's heart, ready to serve wherever necessary
Discernment in expression of appearance and language
A willingness to adhere to Camp Rivercrest's summer staff agreement

We understand no one is perfect and the right people for these jobs will have flaws, but we desire our staff to be the highest quality for the immense task before them of making disciples for the Kingdom of God.

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Summer Staff positions:

CABIN LEADERS (Must be 19+):
Cabin Leaders are responsible for leading groups of campers, including building friendships, one-on-one interaction (in public spaces), activity leadership, and much more. The primary role is connecting with their group of overnight campers. This person will need to be an enthusiastic leader, sensitive listener, positive role model, servant, and friend to every kid in his or her charge. Must reflect an active faith in Christ and have the ability to lead small group spiritual discussions. Need to have a love for, rapport with, and experience working with elementary through high school students and be assertive and disciplined. Must be in good health and prepared for a physically and emotionally challenging summer. Cabin leaders will rotate through leading camper groups, running activities, kitchen support, and serving in other various camp areas.

ACTIVITY LEADERS (Must be 19+):

Activity Leaders are responsible for the facilitation and safety of our outdoor adventure activities including archery, lifeguarding, paintball, high adventure activities, and other program areas. They set up, take down, and facilitate all large group games/activities. Activity Leaders ensure camper and staff safety and enforce the safety standards that Camp Rivercrest maintains. Must be assertive, directing, have a positive attitude, and create a fun environment and good rapport with kids. Must be willing to help with other areas as camp leadership assigns. Activity Leaders are trained to facilitate challenge and ropes course activities. Experience with lifeguarding, belaying, target sports, or paintball is preferred but not required. Activity Leaders will rotate through activities, housekeeping, kitchen support, maintenance, leading campers, and other various areas of camp.

KITCHEN STAFF:
Kitchen Staff help with various kitchen duties from food preparation, washing dishes, serving and cleaning up meals, to mopping the floors, and other assignments from the head or night cook. Must have a strong work ethic and be a dependable employee. Should be able to build a good rapport and establish appropriate boundaries with campers and LDP students. Should be a fast-learner and maintain a positive attitude. Enjoys serving others and taking care of the background work, but still appreciates interacting with campers and staff.

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