High School Leader in Training
Description
Location: Port Orchard, WA
Employment Status: Seasonal
Compensation: Between $200 and $250 stipend per week, depending on role and days worked. Plus room & board.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS
- Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
- Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.
CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES
- Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
- Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
- Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
- Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
- Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
- Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
POSITION SUMMARY
High School Leaders in Training will support Camp Summer Staff who are responsible for the wellbeing of student campers who attend Miracle Ranch. High School Leaders in Training will learn skills to practice servant leadership, relationship building, and teamwork alongside Camp Summer Staff so each camper and guest can experience an unforgettable time and walk away changed. High School Leaders in Training will assist in recreation and program areas. Embody CRISTA’s mission: “To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus. Until All Know Jesus.”
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(General overview and may include all details of responsibilities)
Duties
Support Summer Camp Counseling Staff
- Camper Care: Assist Counseling Staff with the physical, emotional, and spiritual care of campers in their cabins.
- Spiritual Mentorship: Observe and support Counseling Staff as they lead small group cabin times, answer questions related to Christianity. Conduct yourself in a way that is consistent with the CRISTA Camps Statement of Faith.
- Recreation and Program: Assist in recreation and program areas as needed, such as games, skits, or activities.
- Guest Service: Assist with meal crews, housekeeping, and other guest service needs throughout the week.
- Community: Contribute to and participate in the Summer Staff community.
- Training: Participate in required training, orientation and safety sessions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers and campers
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
WORK SCHEDULE, LOCATION & RESIDENCY EXPECTATIONS
- High School Leaders in Training are required to remain on campus throughout the program week (Monday through Sunday afternoon) to fully participate in training, supervision, and community life.
- Off-campus departures during the week are not permitted except for pre-approved program needs or emergencies. Transportation for any approved off-campus departure must be arranged and authorized by program leadership.
- Housing and meals are provided on campus as part of the program, and participants are expected to reside only in assigned, supervised cabin/housing accommodations for the duration of each program week during designated program hours in accordance with program guidelines.
- Specific housing schedules, curfews, and conduct expectations are outlined in program materials and must be followed at all times.
These expectations support program safety, supervision requirements, and the developmental goals of the High School Leaders in Training Program.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CHRIST CENTERED
- Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
- Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
- Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
- Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
- Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
- Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
- Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION
- Must be enrolled in a secondary education program appropriate for participation in a high school leadership training experience.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Excellent customer service.
- Able to communicate clearly to others.
- Able to work collaboratively with all Camps staff and customers.
- This position is compensated via a program stipend; housing and meals are offered at Camps.
- Able to comply with program supervision, housing, and conduct requirements applicable to student training roles.
- Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. (WAC 388-113).
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.