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How to Apply
To apply to work at kids camp, all staff and counselors need to submit an application at the following link:
Positions Available
We have several volunteer positions available, some examples:
- Counselors: Includes lead counselors, counselors and CIT's. Mentoring and supervising campers, engaging with them during all activities, and fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere.
- Craft/Activities: Multiple positions including craft and activity staff as well as snack shop. Assisting with snack shop, games, crafts, and other activities.
- Security: This is a new role! This person will be responsible for staying awake during the night to do rounds on the campground ensuring everyone's safety while everyone is sleeping.
- Lifeguard: Responsible for monitoring pool time each afternoon whenever campers are at the pool.
- Nurse Assistant: Under the supervision of the nurse, would assist nurse with any injury care as well as distributing medications each day. Preferred to have some experience in nursing or nurse tech.
General Information
- All counselors will be required to have a pastoral reference on file, we will be sending a reference form to the provided pastoral information on application to complete
- Children of staff are eligible for a 50% discount on their registration. Only 1 discount is allowed per child, so you can choose to have the staff discount or multiple child discount.
- Background checks are performed on anyone age 18+.
- Staff under the age of 18 must have a health form on file as well. The form is at the top of the page, you can send it to Courtney Smit ahead of time or bring it to camp with you. (The form below may say 2016, but it is the most recent version, so please go ahead and use it).
Our Mission & Vision
Kids camp exists to provide a fun and safe environment for drawing kids into a close relationship with Jesus Christ, and to empower youth for ministry to kids.
Kids Camp Guidelines
"Guidelines" is a fancy way of saying "rules," though these are written to encourage staff to use common sense to make decisions instead of giving a list of do's and don'ts. Rather than listing out every rule, there are some basic guidelines that should be well-known and applied. Some examples are given, but these are obviously not all-inclusive. Just use common sense and remember we are a conservative Christian camp pointing kids to Jesus.
Staff shall do nothing that would distract kids or other staff from the mission of Kids Camp. This could include things such as destructive or demeaning practical jokes, pursuing romantic relationships, wearing
revealing clothing, or ringing the camp bell.
revealing clothing, or ringing the camp bell.
Staff shall have no conversations with kids that should be handled by their parents, unless a Camp
Director is present. This could include topics such as sex, piercings, tattoos, politics, or other teen/adult
behaviors.
Director is present. This could include topics such as sex, piercings, tattoos, politics, or other teen/adult
behaviors.
Staff shall not engage in any activity that would put the kids or staff in danger. This could include sending a
child off alone to the bathroom, leaving kids unattended at night, or having "throw-ins" at the pool.
child off alone to the bathroom, leaving kids unattended at night, or having "throw-ins" at the pool.
Staff shall not be where they are not expected. This could include things like visiting the pool during counselor
free time at night, if the pool is not open, or staying out past campground shutdown without approval.
free time at night, if the pool is not open, or staying out past campground shutdown without approval.
Staff should not play/display things that are suggestive or controversial in nature in a Christian
environment. For example, t-shirts which promote secular groups should be left at home and music played
in the cabin should point kids to Jesus.
environment. For example, t-shirts which promote secular groups should be left at home and music played
in the cabin should point kids to Jesus.
Failure to adhere to these guidelines will result in disciplinary action, which could include being sent home.
Recommended Reading & Other Information
Especially for counselors who want to have a great week, here’s some reading material that will help you:
“How to Be a Successful Camp Counselor” by David Burrow
This easy reading book is full of great information on making a difference in kids while at camp. Used copies are available at amazon.com used for around $4 (including shipping).
“Help… I’m a Camp Counselor” by Norman Wright
Check out “Camp Songs” by “ultimatecampresource” on Youtube.
For games, more songs, and lots more fun stuff, see: www.ultimatecampresource.com
“How to Be a Successful Camp Counselor” by David Burrow
This easy reading book is full of great information on making a difference in kids while at camp. Used copies are available at amazon.com used for around $4 (including shipping).
“Help… I’m a Camp Counselor” by Norman Wright
Check out “Camp Songs” by “ultimatecampresource” on Youtube.
For games, more songs, and lots more fun stuff, see: www.ultimatecampresource.com
