What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kids Kamp Counselor position at SHADES MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH?
Overview: The Community Life Ministry offers summer camps for children grades K-6 called “Kids Kamp.” This ministry is focused on teaching students about the gospel while providing quality, affordable childcare. Counselors will be asked to lead in structured activities, songs, games, and more during the summer. This is a 7-week program from June 7, 2027 - July 30, 2027 - excluding the week of July 5, 2027. Training will take place June 3-4, 2027.
Work Hours: 7:30 am -5:30 pm | Monday-Friday | Summer
Position Profile:
- Have a heart for sharing the Gospel with children between Kindergarten and 6th grade
- Work well with a team and with autonomy
- Model Christ-like behavior for other counselors and children
- Model enthusiastic, energetic attitude for other counselors and children
- Be punctual and exhibit a strong work ethic
- Previous experience with children in a ministry or camp setting is preferred
Responsibilities:
- Must be available and attend Kids Kamp staff training on June 3-4
- Must be available to work 40-50 hours per week throughout the 7 weeks of camp
- Supervise and lead a group of 10-15 children each day
- Lead small group Bible discussions and life application of Bible lessons
- Know children by name
- Lead games and “filler” activities as needed
- Plan and teach or assist with track times (afternoon activities) each week
- Supervise and interact with children during snack and lunch times
- Supervise bathrooms and locker rooms as activities require
- Participate in opening and closing rallies each day – cheers, songs, games and silliness
- Attend morning meeting and afternoon meeting each day
- Participate in the early and late shift rotation as assigned
- Handle discipline issues with children and note in discipline log as needed
- Handle minor first-aid issues
- Be prepared to de-brief games and activities with small groups of children
Our Team Values
- We lift high the name of Jesus
Worship/Disciplemaking/Prayer
- We serve with joy
Humility/Generosity/Initiative
- We take new ground
Courage/Evangelism/Dependence on God
- We grow together
Evaluation/Feedback/Empowerment
- We stand shield to shield
Trust/Integrity/Commitment
OUR MISSION
Leveraging who we are and what we have been given for the sake of the gospel wherever we are and wherever God takes us.
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WHAT WE BELIEVE
We believe the doctrines found in The Baptist Faith & Message. Please click here to read The Baptist Faith & Message in its entirety.