Summer Positions and Descriptions

Summer Staff 2023
Position Descriptions

Faith Formation Leader
Responsibilities:

Leading faith formation in a small group-cabin setting with youth ages Kindergarten - 12th Grade. Faith Formation Leaders will be the main caretaker for their cabin each week.
Traveling as part of a Day Camp Team to lead faith formation at a church off site. Faith Formation Leaders will alternate between having a cabin and being on day camp (On-site or Off Site) from week to week.
This position spends each day surrounded by youth, faith, and the outdoors, providing a safe atmosphere where youth find unique opportunities to grow in faith and experience God’s love through community and creation.

Requirements: Must be 18(+) years of age and have completed 1 year of college or equivalent experience beyond High School. Must possess good physical stamina with long hours and the majority of time spent outdoors.
Salary: $400 per week

Day Camp Faith Formation Leader
Responsibilities:

Leading faith formation in a small group setting with youth ages Kindergarten through 5th grade.
Spend each day surrounded by youth, faith and the outdoors providing a safe atmosphere where youth find unique opportunities to grow in faith and experience God's love through community and creation.
Spend each week counseling at a different congregation in Minnesota and/or onsite Day Camp.
May be asked to work 1 week on a Support Team with projects on-site as needed.

Requirements: Must be 18(+) years of age and have completed 1 year of college or equivalent experience beyond High School. Must possess good physical stamina and a strong desire to work with energetic, younger children.
Salary: $400 per week

Waterfront Director (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Overseeing all operations of Luther Crest’s waterfront facility including overseeing all recreational activities such as swimming and supervising Lifeguards. This applies to On-Site Camp and weekend retreat groups.
Maintaining a clean and safe waterfront environment including daily beach cleaning, daily inventory of canteen and boathouse, and inspection of waterfront equipment.
Reporting status of waterfront equipment to the Executive Director.
Coordinating with Year-Round Staff regarding in-services for lifeguards throughout the summer.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.

Requirements: Must be 21(+) years of age, current Lifeguard and/or Waterfront Safety Instructor certification(s), current First Aid & CPR/AED certification(s), and at least 1 summer of previous experience in an Outdoor Ministry setting. Knowledge of and experience with boats is desired.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Health Care Manager (2 Positions Available: One Lead, One Support)
Responsibilities:

Overseeing all health care needs within the summer program including care for ill or injured staff and/or campers, administration of medications as directed by parents/guardians/camper physicians.
Inventory of medical supplies, daily/weekly stocking of first aid kits, and medical logs.
Health care administrative duties such as filing and organization health forms and medical information.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.
Implement and assist in continued Covid-19 protocol.

Requirements: Must be currently possess First Aid & CPR/AED certification(s). Enrollment within an RN or LPN licensure program desired or currently hold an RN or LPN License is desired. A valid Driver's License is preferred.
Salary: $400.00 per week or negotiable with experience

Outdoor Education Coordinator (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Organizing the Nature Center and Trail Shack and caring for Luther Crest’s resident Nature Room camping equipment.
Leading environmental focused activities within Grovers, devotions, and other programmed activities.
Overseeing Luther Crest’s environmental education and creation care components within summer programming and assist in preparations for cook out meals.
Oversee all needs for overnight camping including prepping equipment and sites, training and support of staff, clean up and maintenance and all other needs as they arise.
Coordinate with Activities Coordinator for campouts, cookouts, high ropes, and Earth Play needs
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.

Requirements: Background in Environmental Education or Outdoor Education preferred. Enrollment within a natural sciences related field of study desired. Must be able to care for and handle live animals on a daily basis. Must have at least one 1 summer of previous experience in an Outdoor Ministry setting.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Media and Communication Specialist (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Coordinating media production in regards to summer programming including photography, videography, social media, and weekly video production with Program Coordinators and Program Director.
Creating a weekly video to be sent home with campers and guests and will oversee all photography and videography used for promotion and marketing purposes.
Assisting in posting camp activities online to an online audience.
Monitoring and managing the Luther Crest Bunk1 platform.
Being the primary communicator and manager of the Luther Crest Blog.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.

Requirements: Must have experience with photography and/or videography. Currently enrolled in a photography area of study/graduated with a degree in this area desired. Applicants will be asked to submit a small portfolio that highlights their experience in photography, videography, or media/design.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Sr High/Magi Coordinator (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Oversee and coordinate daily Sr High Camper schedules including leading daily meetings with Keepers and Blazers, assisting with integration of campers into the program, and develop and carry out age-appropriate leadership activities for campers.
Assist in the integration of Camp Magi into the camp schedule.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.

Requirements: Must be 21(+) years of age. Must have 2(+) summers of experience in an Outdoor Ministry setting. Must have a valid Driver's License.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Worship & Bible Study Coordinator (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Coordinating and planning daily worship experience for youth and adults.
Organizing and preparing all Bible study materials and overseeing Bible study and worship supply inventories.
Coordinating roles for worship experiences among the Summer Ministry Team.
Assist in planning various partnership worship experiences such as Calvary at the Lake or Lake Carlos State Park worship experiences.
Plan and coordinate various staff worship experiences throughout the summer.
Assist in areas of Bold Transformational Faith Program (BTF)
Assist in all area of summer program including fulfilling the role of a Camp Counselor if needed.

If this position is filled by a current Seminary Student, this position will also assume the role as Summer Chaplain.
Requirements: At least 1 summer of previous experience in an Outdoor Ministry setting.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Arts & Crafts/Camp Store Coordinator
Responsibilities:

Overseeing all arts and crafts activities within the daily summer program.
Overseeing supply inventories for craft activities.
Planning and coordinating various arts and crafts activities within an age progression of summer campers.
Oversee the organization and inventory of both the Summer Canteen and the Summer Camp Store including daily and weekly inventory and communicating any resupply needs with the Program Director(s) and Food Service Director.
Assist in all areas of summer program including fulfilling the role of a Camp Counselor if needed.

Requirements: At least 1 summer of previous experience in an Outdoor Ministry setting.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Activities Coordinator (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Overseeing all daily games and special activities during each week of summer programming including All Camp Games, Grovers, Afternoon Activities, and Thursday All Camp Activities.
Coordinate with Outdoor Education Coordinator for campouts, cookouts, high ropes, and Earth Play needs
Responsible for organization and inventory of game supplies including any equipment maintenance.
Assist in the coordination of activities during sport-camp weeks including Volleyball Camp and Basketball Camp.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Camp Counselor if needed.

Requirements: Must be 21 (+) years of age. At least 1 summer of previous experience in an Outdoor Ministry setting. Participation in ACCT Level I Challenge Course Facilitator Training desired.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Program Coordinators (3 positions available)
Leapers Coordinator | Witnesses Coordinator | All People Coordinator
Responsibilities:

Present and attentive to needs in age-group specific programming.
Oversee and coordinate daily Leaper, Witness, or All People (such as Women's Week, Family Camp, Explorers/Seekers) schedules.
Assist in the set up, introduction and facilitation of camp programming (Games and Activities, Arts and Crafts, Worships)
Managing camper care by making phone calls to home, assisting Faith Formation Leaders treat homesickness and distributing camper mail.
Addressing concerns with campers brought up by Faith Formation Leaders in coordination with Year Round Staff.
Communicating with Support Staff and Year Round Staff about needs for programming items.
Coordinating media production (photography, videography) with Media and Communication Specialist. Add photos and information to the Luther Crest Bunk1 platform.
Responsible for integration of Camp Magi into the camp schedule.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.

Requirements: 1-2 years of experience at Luther Crest or equivalent camp experience. Must be 21(+) years of age and have completed 1 year of college or equivalent experience beyond High School. Must possess good physical stamina with long hours and the majority of time spent outdoors.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Day Camp Director (4 Positions Available)
Offsite Day Camp Director (3) | Onsite Day Camp Director (1)
Responsibilities:

Overseeing and leading Luther Crest’s Day Camp programs on-site and in area congregations each week
throughout the summer season.
Planning and coordinating schedules and activities with Day Camp contacts within congregations.
Provide leadership for Day Camp staffing teams including staff supervision and be a mentor to staff and campers within the program.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed including fulfilling the role of a Faith Formation Leader if needed.

Requirements: Must be 21(+) years of age. At least 1 summer of previous experience in an Outdoor
Ministry setting. Must have current First Aid & CPR/AED certifications or participate in training. Must
have a valid Driver's License. **This position will spend the duration of this summer off-site in Day Camp congregations.**
Salary: $400.00 per week

Assistant Cook (2 Positions Available)
Responsibilities:

Assisting with meal preparation during Luther Crest’s staff training weeks and camper weeks throughout the summer.
Work with Luther Crest’s Food Service Manager and Hospitality Manager to divide out kitchen shifts and meal responsibilities.

*Responsible to the Program Director and/or the Food Service Manager.
Requirements: Previous experience working in a commercial kitchen is preferred. Food Service or Safe Serve certifications are desired.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Site and Facilities Assistant (1 Position Available)
Responsibilities:

Assist and coordinate the care and maintenance of site and facilities with the Executive Director.
Care and maintenance of camp equipment.
Maintain the organization of Maintenance Sheds.
Assist in all areas of summer program if needed and/or stay in a cabin as needed.

Requirements: Must be 18(+) years of age. Knowledge of camping equipment and experience driving with and backing various trailers is desired. Knowledge of boat operations also desired. Valid Driver's License required.
Salary: $400.00 per week

Weekend Coordinator
Responsibilities:

Be present and attentive to needs in weekend programming.
Communicating with the Year Round Staff in order to ensure that weekend group details are prepared and implemented in a timely manner.
Oversee and coordinate weekend schedules.
Set up, introduce and facilitate areas of camp programming (Games and Activities, Arts and Crafts, Worships) which will be planned by Year Round Staff.
Managing camper care and weekend staffing needs.
Addressing concerns with staff brought up by Weekend Staff in coordination with Year Round Staff.

Implement weekend programming under direction of the Weekend Coordinator.
Be present and attentive to needs in weekend programming along with steady communication and attention to guests, campers, and their needs.
Addressing concerns with Weekend Coordinators.
This position spends each day surrounded by youth, faith, and the outdoors, providing a safe atmosphere where youth and families find unique opportunities to grow in faith and experience God’s love through community and creation.
Lead faith formation in youth and family settings and build relationships amongst guests and families.

Requirements: Must be 16(+) years of age and have completed 1 year of college or equivalent experience beyond High School. Must possess good physical stamina with long hours and the majority of time spent outdoors.
Salary: $150 per weekend