Christian Camping Ministry Internship-WB - Warm Beach Christian Camps : Job Details

Job Type Part-time, InternshipDescriptionSUMMARYA Christian Camping Intern will be placed in roles that are up front with guests as well as working behind the scenes. They will serve as the face, hands, and feet of Jesus. This unique position will allow interns to work together as a team and with the other Warm Beach Camp staff to fill a vital role serving groups to fulfill Warm Beach's mission. When not working with guest groups each Intern will get an opportunity to shadow all areas of our camp ministry as well as participate in classes and experiences led byour full-time staff. The internship program at Warm Beach Camp gives you an opportunity to see different sides of camping ministry. Through the program, each intern has the opportunity to be mentored by full-time staff as well. The person in this position shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior towards colleagues, guests and supervisors. Regular attendance is essential for this position. Adherence to a published schedule is expected and required.1st Term:The first term will be learning what it looks like to work behind the scenes of The Lights of Christmas ministry in support roles and then serving our guests during the event. Interns will have an opportunity to work alongside our Hospitality, Guest Services, Outdoor Education, Recreation, Food Services and Accommodations departments as we work to serve our guests, all while keeping the path clear to the cross.2nd Term:The second term will allow interns to take their skills that they have learned and apply them by working alongside department managers, hosting retreat groups during meals, working alongside both the Accommodations team and helping assist in Food Services. Interns will also help run Outdoor Education and team Building classes as well as serving in multiple roles with the Recreation Department. Training will be provided. Interns may have opportunities to help with summer staff recruiting as well.KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:Building relationships with and getting to know our guests, working The Lights of Christmas, leading outdoor education sessions, leading recreation activities, prepping for new groups, running retail, cooking, and cleaning camp after groups, helping Food Services prepare, serve and clean up for meals.OTHER AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:Linen upkeep, special projects installation and removal, challenge course upkeep, event planning, trail maintenance, and other jobs based on interns set of skills or passions.MINISTRY STATEMENTWarm Beach Camp Ministries exist to share the hope and love of Christ through camping ministries and experiences in the Pacific Northwest.At Black Diamond Camp, we exist to inspire Christ-like change through outdoor adventure, authentic relationships and biblical truth.At Rainier Camp and Retreat Center, we exist to provide Christ-centered hospitality to groups seeking adventure in God's wild creation.At Warm Beach Camp and Conference Center, we exist to provide Christ-centered environments, experiences, and resources that draw people to God through camping ministries, conferences and events.POSITION CLASSIFICATIONThis is a part-time, hourly position.RequirementsWORK CONTEXT:This job will be performed primarily on location at Warm Beach Camp in Stanwood, WA. There may be opportunities to work off-site at our sister camps Black Diamond Camp.TRAVEL:Working offsite will happen infrequently during marketing or training trips.QUALIFICATIONS:The pursuit of a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to scripture. Gets excited by meeting and getting to know new people frequently.Strong sense of hospitality and customer service.Strong sense of community and ability to get along with many staff within a small community.Strength in controlling emotions when tired or frustrated and continue to be hospitable, smile, and treat guests with kindness.Easily communicate with guests and youth pastors in a professional manner. Willing and able to learn and be teachable.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) or greaterLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to correspond through email. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The ability to walk for long distances across varying terrain is required as well.WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Duties will include indoor and outdoor activities in varying seasons and weather conditions.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSCPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain. Food Handler's PermitOTHER QUALIFICATIONSMust have a sincere love for the Lord and be committed to the Lordship of Christ in every area of their life. Must have a burden and a love for others and a desire to see them totally committed to the Lordship of Jesus. Must be committed to local church attendance and being a student of the Bible. Must be willing to support the philosophy and goals of WBCM through attitude, speech and action.SPIRITUAL EXPECTATIONS:Outside of a desire to know Christ and to make Him known, interns will be required to weekly attend bible and course studies to deepen their relationship with Jesus. Interns are required to regularly attend a local Christian Church of their choosing. Mentorship alongside a full-time staff member with weekly meetings is required for accountability. Monday-Friday 10am staff break devotionals are required if not working Outdoor Education, Food Services or Accommodations shift at that time.CROSS TRAININGThis employee will be available to be cross-training into other areas of the ministry as needs arise.