Chaplain

Position: Chaplain (Director of Discipleship)

Job type: Full time, seasonal

Reports to: Camp Director 

Dates: May 23 – August 24

Wage: $500/week

The Director of Discipleship/Chaplain will be required to provide Biblical teaching as a part of the overall Harbour Ridge Camp program, prepare evening devotions for the campers, and to be available throughout the camp for spiritual counsel and support. The Director of Discipleship will also immerse themselves in the camp program, and help facilitate staff training and meetings. The Director of Discipleship plays a key role in the spiritual mentorship of Cabin Leaders and Campers.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Prepare and provide Biblical teaching 
• Mentor campers and staff
• Be responsible for the general health and safety of campers
• Establish an atmosphere in which campers feel secure, happy, and included 
• Build relationships with campers and staff
• Assist in skill activities every day and be involved in all areas of the larger camp program (wide games, chapel, firesides, free time activities)
• Ensure campers adhere to camp rules 
• Act as a positive role model 
• Participate in all camp activities
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements: 

• At least 20 years old
• 3+ years experience working with Children/youth
• First Aid/CPR C (asset)
• Strong desire to share Christ 
• Spiritual maturity
• A natural ability to love and work with children and youth
• Flexibility, patience, endurance
• Agree and adhere to the Free Methodist Church in Canada Statement of Faith

Work Conditions

Long hours, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with minimal breaks during camps. Regular interaction with employees, management, campers, parents/guardians, and the general public. Physically demanding, standing and moving for long periods of time. Environments can be extremely loud. Working in extreme weather (heat, wind, rain, etc.). Prolonged standing, bending, walking, hiking; requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities; requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate camper/activity programs and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs; willing to work in camp setting and work irregular hours with limited or simple equipment and facilities; and with daily exposure to sun, heat, bugs etc. 

About Harbour Ridge

Harbour Ridge is a Christ-centered summer camp focused on planting and nurturing seeds of a spiritual life by engaging children, youth and their leaders in active and fun experiences, which develop a sense of community and growth. Harbour Ridge is a ministry of Wesley Acres. Wesley Acres is a Christian Retreat Centre & Campground in association with the Free Methodist Church in Canada. Wesley Acres serves with excellence, the spiritual, educational, and recreational needs of all people equipping them for Christian service to their family, church and community.

Located in the heart of Prince Edward County just outside Bloomfield, Ontario, Wesley Acres is on the beautiful shores of West Lake overlooking the Sandbanks

 NOTE:

All positions (18 years or older) at Harbour Ridge Camp will be required to obtain a Criminal Record check and will be required to agree and adhere to the Free Methodist Church in Canada Statement of Faith.

To apply for this position please send a cover letter and resume to campdirector@wesleyacres.com or go to www.harbourridgecamp.com/employment and click “Apply Now”.