Ox Lake Program Coordinator

Program: Roots Summer Camp Minimum Age: 20 years old (by June 1st of year applying) Position Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and basic cooking skills. First Aid, BLS, CPR certification, and Lifeguard Certification may be required (training provided prior to or during staff training). Applicant is preferred to have worked previous summers and positions at a camp.

Job Description: The Program Coordinator(s) will work closely with the Program Director in overseeing, facilitating, and assisting in all areas of need for daily programing. Daily responsibility may consist of leading all staff meetings, assisting in cooking, meal preparation, delegating responsibilities, leading games, set up and take down of programmed activities, communicating scheduling changes and/or taking on additional program roles and duties. Program Coordinator(s) will also be responsible for supporting staff members (mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually) and promoting staff community to the best of their abilities.

These individuals must possess strong motivational, communication, organization, and relational skills. Essential Job Functions: Physical elements include frequent walking or standing for long periods of time, lifting 20-30 pounds, receiving a minimum of 6 hours of sleep a night, and being willing to be in front of large audiences. Mental elements include organizing and coordinating schedules, problem solving, managing a financial budget, communicating with peers, creating written communication, having knowledge and/or willingness to learn scripture and Christian faith, and be able to help with difficult situations such as discipline, conflict resolution and homesickness.

Equipment elements include being able to use a computer, copier, walkie, and telephone. Working conditions include being outdoors the majority of the time, which range from low 50's to high 90's during the summer season.