Kanuga, Camp Bob Employment: Chaplain/Volunteer Director

Employment
Chaplain/Volunteer Director

We are currently seeking a chaplain/volunteer director for a contract period of 11 weeks for May 20 - Aug. 3, 2007.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience working with youth and adults
At least three years of college with course work in religion, psychology or related fields. Additional training/seminary education is preferred.
A strong Christian faith, a passion for youth ministry and a desire to build meaningful relationships with participants.
Previous child abuse awareness and prevention training
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Independence, initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm.

Essential Functions

Ability to communicate and work as a team player with a diverse population of campers, staff and volunteers in a camp setting
Ability to develop, implement and coordinate programs for all different ages
Visual ability to observe staff, volunteer and camper behavior and assess its appropriateness
Auditory ability to identify and respond to questions or concerns, requests for counseling and any hazards

Reports to
Assistant Director/Camp Director

Chaplain General Responsibilities
Motivate, educate and equip participants for spiritual development

Chaplain Specific Responsibilities

Train, educate and assist staff in using fun activities and techniques to promote spiritual growth and interest in their campers
Plan and supervise camp worship services, devotions and inspirational programs
Serve as a resource and support for staff to meet their campers’ needs
Facilitate a reward system for campers that promotes positive behaviors
Provide counseling for campers, staff and volunteers
Model Christian values
Pray for campers, staff, volunteers and the camp as a whole
In the event a counselor is ill or their employment is terminated, lead activities or supervise cabins as necessary
Inform director of any camper or staff problems
Assist in evaluating the entire camp operation with suggestions for the following season
Uphold camp policies and procedures
Mentor, encourage and support cabin counselors
Assist campers and staff who need help fitting into the camp environment
Together with the rest of the administrative team, plan and execute evening programs

Volunteer Director General Responsibilities
Train and supervise volunteer counselors

Volunteer Director Specific Responsibilities

Train volunteers in their responsibilities through an interactive and fun orientation
Develop and implement other training methods for volunteers such as volunteer manuals, pre-camp training sessions, etc.
Visit cabins and activities regularly during the day to get to know the campers, volunteers and staff
Serve as a resource and support for volunteers
Monitor volunteer assignments to cabins and activity groups
Provide evaluation of volunteers
Correct or reprimand volunteer counselors for actions that put the health and safety of campers or staff at risk
Encourage and model appropriate counseling techniques
Inform director of any volunteer problems
Recognize and reward volunteer counselors for individual and group achievements
Document volunteer disciplinary problems and actions taken to solve the problems
Schedule and facilitate volunteers’ evaluations of the camp program
Other duties will be assigned as necessary

Salary and Benefits

Go back to the employment page or read the Head Counselor job description.