GENEVA Camp & Retreat Center - Summer Staff Application Information

Camp Geneva, the summer camping program, consists of two resident camps (GENEVA Shores and GENEVA Pines), a Day Camp, a High School Discipleship Camp and CIT (Counselor-in-Training) program, ministering to children entering first grade through high school. Each camp week is divided by age groups and programming differs for each unique camp.

The GENEVA Shores resident camp program (3rd-6th grades) has a maximum capacity of 200 campers a week (10 per cabin); the GENEVA Pines resident camp (7th-9th grades) has a capacity of 120 campers each week (10 per cabin); the High School program (10th - 12th grades) has a capacity of 30; and Day Camp (1st-4th grades) has a capacity of 88 campers per week. Because of the variety of our programs, all staff must be willing to rotate responsibilities when asked.

Each of these camp programs has one staff member designated as coordinator, providing opportunities for leadership for those with unique skills and experience. The summer staff is made up of 46 counselors (11 in Day Camp, 20 at GENEVA Shores, 12 at GENEVA Pines, and 3 High School), seven coordinators (Shores, Pines, High School, Day Camp, Special Needs, Waterfront and Challenge Coordinators), two assistant coordinators, two nurses, nine kitchen staff, seven lifeguards, two camp store staff, two arts & crafts staff, two video staff, and two maintenance staff, for a total of 81.

The staff contract is for eleven weeks beginning June 5 and ending August 16, 2007. This includes nine weeks of camp sessions and eleven days of orientation. As a part of the contract, you will be expected to work at least one weekend of support work. Some members of the support staff will have a different weekday and weekend work schedule than other staff because of the nature of their responsibilities.

Our compensation package includes salary with room and board the entire time at camp. Salaries for 2008 will be:

Beginning staff: $210/week
Returning staff: $225/week

Coordinators: $240/week

Printable GENEVA Summer Staff Application (PDF)

GENEVA Shores Camp Coordinator

This person is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the GENEVA Shores resident camp program. Working in conjunction with GENEVA's Program Director, he/she will oversee the day's agenda, supervise staff, counsel with campers and staff, deal with any camper or parent concerns, provide leadership for activities and daily celebration times, and perform other duties as assigned. This person shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others, be at least 21 years of age, and have previous camp experience and proven leadership abilities.

GENEVA Pines Camp Coordinator

This person is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the GENEVA Pines resident camp program. Working in conjunction with GENEVA's Program Director, he/she will oversee the day's agenda, supervise staff, counsel with campers and staff, deal with any camper or parent concerns, provide leadership for activities and daily celebration times, and perform other duties as assigned. This person shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others, be at least 21 years of age, and have previous camp experience and proven leadership abilities.

Day Camp Coordinator

This person is responsible for the total Day Camp program. This includes working out curriculum and schedules with the Program Director, planning a carnival and recreation, dealing with any camper problems or parent concerns, and supervising the Day Camp staff. This person shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ, be at least 21 years of age, and have proven experience in working with children grades 1-4.

High School Programs Coordinator

This person is responsible for the high school programs including C.I.T. (Counselor-in-Training) and Discipleship Camp. Working in conjunction with the Program Director, this includes working out curriculum, work projects, volunteers and schedules. He/She will provide leadership and supervision for campers and staff, orientation, activities, worship, deal with any camper or parent concerns, and perform other duties as assigned. This person shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others, be at least 21 years of age, and have previous camp experience and proven leadership abilities.

Shores Waterfront Coordinator

See description under lifeguard staff. The coordinator will be responsible for the effectiveness of the overall waterfront program at GENEVA Shores, lead weekly lifeguarding drills, and will schedule staff to ensure coverage of the program. This person should be WSI certified.

Pines Challenge/Waterfront Coordinator

This person is responsible for the day-to-day staffing and operation of the waterfront activities and challenge program at GENEVA Pines. He/She will oversee the high-, ground-, and water-based activities in addition to providing leadership for its staff. This person shall be able to integrate spiritual truths with group and personal challenges in group process, possess American Red Cross lifeguard and CPR certifications, and have a working knowledge of challenge course facilitation.

Assistant Coordinator

These staff must be discerning individuals, able to see needs around camp and possess the skills and motivation to accomplish the tasks. Assistant Coordinators will work with the Coordinators and Program Director to assess day-to-day operations of the various programs and assist as needed in these areas. This position will also be responsible for taking still shots of campers throughout the week. This person shall be at least 21 years of age, possess proven leadership skills and have previous camp experience.

Counselors

Counselors (at GENEVA Shores, GENEVA Pines, and Day Camp) are responsible for carrying out the weekly program with campers, providing positive role models to campers, living with 10 campers per week, providing care and support for each camper, and sharing with campers their faith in Jesus Christ. These individuals shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others, be at least 18 years of age, one year out of high school, and have previous experience working with children.

Arts and Crafts Resource Person

This person will be responsible for the day-to-day program for GENEVA Shores or GENEVA Pines resident campers and Day Campers in the area of arts and crafts. He/She will work with the Program Director in managing the traditional arts and crafts program and devising new and creative projects for children. A knowledge of leather, ceramics, and nature crafts is important. He/She will oversee the staffing of this area, working with both counselors and volunteers. This person shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others, be at least 18 years of age, possess proven arts and crafts skills, and previous camping experience.

Lifeguard Staff

Lifeguard Staff will be responsible for all waterfront activities (lake or pool). Job duties include testing of all campers for swimming ability, maintaining proper ratio in waterfront areas, maintaining order, discipline and safety at all times, training counseling staff in basic water safety, leading the challenge activities at GENEVA Pines, and teaching swimming lessons at GENEVA Shores throughout the summer. These individuals shall provide program options for the waterfront to be used in conjunction with both GENEVA Shores and GENEVA Pines camp programs, possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others, be at least 18 years of age and possess American Red Cross advanced lifesaving and CPR certificates.

Kitchen Staff

Kitchen staff will be responsible for assisting cooks in the preparation, serving, and cleanup of meals. These persons will also have program contact with campers throughout each week. Kitchen staff must be at least 17 years of age.

Maintenance Staff

Maintenance staff will be responsible for the daily cleaning and maintenance of camp facilities. Maintenance staff will also have program contact with campers throughout each week. Maintenance staff must be at least 18 years of age.

Video Staff

Video staff will be responsible for taping highlights of the camp week, editing, and duplicating the video for the closing program. Video staff will also create our orientation and staff video for the summer staff and other potential video projects. Video staff must be at least 18 years of age.

Store Staff

Store staff will operate the store during open hours, maintain and clean the facility and equipment between open hours, see that supplies are stocked for the next open hours, and help track inventory. This position is also responsible for collecting and washing lost and found items. Store staff must be at least 18 years of age.

Nurse

The nurse will be responsible for the health and safety of each camper and staff member at Camp Geneva.This person maintains all medical records, administers all medications, screens all campers, and is responsible for treatment of all participants. This person shall possess a growing faith in Jesus Christ and the ability to share that faith with others. Applicants should have graduated or be entering their final year in a nursing program.

Printable GENEVA Summer Staff Application (PDF)