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Summer staff members are an integral part of each camper’s experience. The campers will remember the time they spent with you for years! Training includes learning practical methods for leading group activities appropriate to the ages, interests and abilities of campers. Our program stresses teamwork and involvement—so each camper you impact can experience the encouragement of personal achievement and accomplishment within their group setting.
Summer staff selection begins in January, and continues into the spring. Take a look at our recruiting schedule for face-to-face opportunities to ask questions and learn more. Applicants must be nineteen years of age or older. Most positions require the applicant to have completed at least one year of college or equivalent experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Staff Positions
2008 Applications
Summer Staff Positions
Unless otherwise noted, positions are available at both Island Lake and Miracle Ranch.
AV Assistants (4 positions: 2 photographers, 2 videographers): Meet all audio and visual support needs and maintain all AV equipment. Includes editing for the camp week program, dinner skits, CTV, camp DVDs and staff DVDs.
Camp Store Manager (2 positions): Must have skills in computers, management, sales, basic accounting, inventory control and organization.
Cook (2 positions): Requires prior food service experience. Involves meal preparation, meal delivery, and supervision of other kitchen staff.
Counselors (58 positions): Responsible for 6-10 campers, 24 hours a day. Teach Bible studies and activity classes. Initiate a one-on-one time with each camper in the cabin group.
Crafts Director (2 positions): Gather supplies, and coordinate instruction and organization for the arts and crafts program.
Day Camp Director (2 positions): Develop, supervise, coordinate and lead the Noah’s Landing program or Outpost Camp, serving 20-100 campers per week. Miracle Ranch only.
Lifeguards (10 positions): Must possess current ARC Lifeguard Certificate, Waterfront Certification, and first aid and CPR training. Train staff and campers in waterfront procedures and boating safety, and maintain a safe and clean waterfront.
High School Staff Leaders (9 positions): Supervise all high school staff, schedule daily tasks, and lead Bible studies. Must have organizational skills and a desire to invest your life in teens.
Kitchen Assistant (7 positions): Basic food handling and preparation experience preferred. Assist cooks in daily meal preparation.
Maintenance Assistant (2 positions): Must be physically strong and enjoy hard, outdoor work. Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in caring for the facilities.
Men’s/Women’s Staff Counselor (6 positions): Function as the first authority level for summer staff. Assign staff to weekly duties and support, encourage, counsel and contribute to staff unity.
Music Leader (2 positions): Lead worship in small and large group settings.
Nurse & Health Assistants (5 positions): RN required for nurse. Provide health care for the campers and staff. Assistants must have some formal health care training.
Office Assistant (2 positions): Requires good phone etiquette, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure and deadlines. Some computer and filing skills needed.
Paintball Supervisor (1 position): Responsible for maintenance of equipment and fields. Instruct daily classes and supervise staff and games. Responsible for program’s safety. Island Lake only.
Program Assistant (2 positions): Assist Program Director in organizing, supervising, and running activity classes, games, skits, meals, music, and other program-related activities. Must have organizational and leadership skills.
Ropes Course Facilitator (1 position): Ropes experience required. Assist in teaching, facilitating, and monitoring safety of the low and high ropes courses. Island Lake only.
Skate Park Supervisor (1 position): Skating skills and experience required. Must be able to teach and encourage beginner-level boarders. Island Lake only.
Trailbike Instructor (5 positions): Requires both skills for riding and experience for maintaining bikes, teaching, and organizing. Teach safety and basic trail bike techniques. Island Lake only.
Trailbike Supervisor (1 position): Responsible for maintaining bikes, trails and bike shop, scheduling and supervising instructors, and teaching safety and trail bike techniques to instructors and campers. Island Lake only.
Vaulting Instructor (1 position): Supervise vaulting program and train assistants. Oversee care of vaulting horses. Requires horsemanship/vaulting experience. Miracle Ranch only.
Waterfront Supervisor (2 positions): Must possess current ARC Lifeguard Certificate, Waterfront Certification, and first aid and CPR training. Supervise and schedule lifeguards. Train staff and campers in waterfront procedures and boating safety and maintain a safe and clean waterfront.
Wrangler (12 positions): Teach group riding lessons in Western and English horsemanship. Requires horsemanship experience. Miracle Ranch only.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is camp all about?
All activities and programs at Island Lake and Miracle Ranch are driven by an identical mission: proclaiming Christ through exceptional camp experiences. We are committed to proclaiming Christ through experiences and relationships, and we pray for every individual camper and guest. Through example and teaching, we introduce youth and adults to Jesus Christ and help them grow in their relationships with Him.
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What positions are available?
See list above
What does a typical day look like?
Camp is non-stop energy and excitement! The mornings include breakfast, staff devotions, and 2 activity classes. After lunch, cabins enjoy challenging each other to games, followed by additional activity classes or camper free time activities. The evening begins with dinner, followed by cabin Bible study, camp game and fireside. Depending on the age, night games or a dance may follow fireside. Staff are scheduled to teach activity classes and are expected to participate in all camp activities. Typically, staff are given an activity hour off for personal study time. In addition, staff are given one night off per week. Schedules vary depending on positions.
When does camp start/end?
| June 15-21, 2008 |
Staff training |
| June 22, 2008 |
First day of camp (session 1) |
| August 23, 2008 |
Last day of camp |
May-June, limited opportunities are available for individuals who would like to come early and help prepare camp for the summer. Individuals must speak with the director. Stipend and room/board are included.
Do I get any days off?
All staff are off from Saturday afternoon until Sunday at 1pm. If additional days are needed, a time off request must be completed and approved by the program director.
What is the salary ?
$150-$200 per week, plus room and board
Where will I be staying while at camp?
On the grounds; location is dependent upon the position.
When do I need to apply?
Summer staff selection begins in January, but applications are accepted until all positions are filled. We strongly encourage applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.
When will I find out if I'm on summer staff?
Applicants are considered for positions when they have submitted their completed application and three references, have been interviewed by the program director and their background checks have been cleared. Once the application process has been completed, applicants should hear back from us within two weeks.
Additional questions? Please contact
Jon Welch, Program Director, Miracle Ranch
(360) 731-1464, jmwelch@cristacamps.com
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Anne Heefner, Program Director, Island Lake
(360) 697-8075, aheefner@cristacamps.com
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