MORE THAN JUST A SUMMER JOB. (Leave blank) Red Willow Bible Camp 1651 Jacob Dr Binford, ND 58416 Phone: 701-676-2681 Fax: 701-676-2680 Email: [email protected] Web: www.redwillowbiblecamp.org Hello! If you are reading this then you are already considering joining the Red Willow team on summer staff. For that, thank you! It takes a special quality to want to give up a summer to spend your time and energy getting to know campers, cleaning toilets, washing dishes, going out of your comfort zone, and doing whatever it takes to serve others while sharing God’s love. The job of a summer staff at Red Willow is not always glorious and is often tiring and difficult, but it is worth every minute. Hundreds of lives are impacted and changed every year because people like you decided serve. This application packet is designed to give you much of the information you need to make an informed decision about your possible future at Red Willow. I invite you to read through the packet thoroughly and call or email me if you have any questions. If, after studying this packet, you find that you want to join the Red Willow team, great! Please complete the application and return it to Red Willow. Positions are filled on an immediate basis, so send it in as soon as possible! All positions require an interview. Official word on positions will be made as they are filled. I hope you seriously consider joining us this summer. It is an exciting opportunity to share in a community of believers working toward a common goal in outdoor ministry. We need dedicated, caring individuals who are willing to be flexible and support a team. If you’re looking for “more than just a summer job,” join the team and see how God works in you and through you in unexpected ways this summer! Peace, Jeremy Maahs Program Director Red Willow Ministries is.... 500 acres of scenic, rolling hills and short-grass prairie with water front on Red Willow and Trinity Lakes. Able to accommodate up to 90 overnight guests during the summer. A retreat center, 10 summer cabins, a water front area with canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, a pontoon, a pool, a miniature golf course, the Memorial Chapel, group challenge course, outdoor worship areas, arts and crafts cabin, hiking/biking trails, and recreational fields. A place to learn, grow, and share with others. An outdoor ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in American (ELCA) supported by the Eastern North Dakota Synod. An extension of over 200 Lutheran congregational ministries in Eastern North Dakota. Through Christ-centered programming, Red Willow Ministries seeks to meet the needs of the people of these congregations and surrounding communities. A camp, conference, and retreat facility established in 1926 to serve youth and adults in the region. Presently the facility serves approximately 2,000 individuals each year. A year-round program site with 4 full-time staff committed to serving our guests. People brought together with a common goal of sharing the Gospel story with young and old alike. This is much more than just a place. A community of dedicated Christian young people willing to share the Gospel message through Bible Study, worship, recreation, and small group-living during the camping season. God's people working, playing, and worshipping in a unique place with a unique message and a unique purpose. The people of God called to a special place apart knowing that they can and do make a difference in God’s world People committed to ministry. So you're wondering… "Is a summer camp job for me?" Or… "Why should I choose Red Willow Ministries over other opportunities?" Here’s what some of our former staffers have to say! “I applied for a job as a counselor somewhat on a whim. It was a leap of faith that I felt God calling me to take… and I’m glad I jumped!” “My high point was having kids open up to me and talk about their life and faith. It was fun watching them get excited about God.” “I loved being with the campers and seeing their joy.” “I’ve always loved this place and always will; getting to work here was amazing!” “I learned to put others first. I truly think I became more of a servant.” “This summer I have grown a lot and learned many leadership skills.” “I love this place and the experiences I’ve had here. It changes my life every time I come.” “Working at Red Willow Ministries has brought my relationship with God to a new level.” “I learned how to better share my faith with others.” “I experienced lots of things that I never have before. I also learned a lot about myself, things that I didn’t even know and it gave me a lot of confidence in myself” “Hands down, working at camp is the best thing I’ve ever been a part of!” Summer Programs Elementary Programs Day Camp/Vacation Bible School (VBS): entering grades 1-6 Day Camp is offered to churches across Eastern ND. A team of summer staff travel to a church for 2 ½ days. Campers will come to church to enjoy a few days (no overnights) filled with games, giggles, grub, and, most importantly, God. (Off-site multiple sessions) Seekers: entering grades 1-3 This camp is offered as a “day play” to our youngest campers. It is our way of introducing them to camp so they come back when they are older. We will pack all we can into the 6 hours they are here: Bible study, swimming, hiking, crafts, game, and much more. (On-site multiple sessions) Taste of Camp: entering grades1-3 This camp is designed as an introduction to overnight camping. Campers come with an adult (parent, aunt, uncle, grandparent, godparent, etc.) and experience 2 nights and 3 days alongside the pathfinders. (On-site 2 sessions) Pathfinders: entering grades 2-4 For many of these campers this is their first time away from home and their first time at camp. The campers may be smaller, but all of the fun is still HUGE! You will pack all the fun and activities of camp into 2 nights and 3 days. (On-site 2 sessions) Creation Camp: entering grades 4-6 This is the epitome of camp for many campers. Campers form a tightly knit community through 6 days of adventure, including: cool crafts, nature discoveries, fantastic games, Bible study, and worship. Each day includes a variety of experiential activities based on the theme. (On-site 2 session) Holy Hoops Juniors: entering grades 4-7 This is a very popular program. It gives campers 2 camps in one. The beginning of the day is spent at the Griggs Country Central School gym working on the fundamentals of basketball and the afternoon and evening is spent doing traditional camp things. Some staff with basketball experience may get to coach at the gym. (On-site 1 session) Summer Programs Continued Middle and High School Programs Disciples Camp: entering grades 7-9 Most of these campers have been coming to Red Willow for years and already know what to expect. Enjoy deeper conversation and Bible Studies with a full week of camp. (On-site 2 sessions) Wilderness Week: entering grades 7-12 Adventurous middle and high school students experience tenting at a various sites each night, hiking, canoeing, cooking over a campfire and lots more! Along with our usual bible studies there will also be a daily focus on environmental education, wilderness skills and team building. This camp takes place one week after our regular camping season ends and is led by a small group of summer staff who will be contracted for this additional week. (On-site 1 session) Advanced Holy Hoops: entering grades 8-12 This is similar to the Holy Hoops Juniors week, but during this week campers work on more advanced basketball strategies. (On-site 1 session) Amp! Camp: entering grades 10-12 Camp gets better the older you get. This is a week of on-site camping for high school students where we hope to help equip them with a passion to amplify God’s love in their lives and in the lives of those around them. (On-site 1 session) Counselor in Training: completed grades 10-12 This program is for high school campers who one day hope to become counselors. CIT’s are required to attend another age appropriate camp and then have the opportunity to come and “shadow” a counselor in a cabin for one or more weeks (depending on their age). They will also receive some additional leadership training from the program director. Adult Programs Discovery Camp: Adults with Disabilities This is a four day camp offered to adults with both physical and mental disabilities. Summer staff and volunteers stack the ratio to about 1:2 counselors per camper, and staff work in teams to lead a cabin. The week is filled with swimming, Bible study, crafts, and games. Don’t forget to bring your dress clothes and dancing shoes for the traditional dance. Also, start practicing your hidden talents so you can enter the talent show. (On-site 2 session) VITAL STATS – Red Willow Bible Camp Employment Period: May 11 (program staff) or May 18 (cabin staff) – July 31, 2015 (additional weeks may be contracted before or after the regular season) Camp Sessions: Sunday 4:00 p.m. through Friday 2:00 p.m. (except Discovery Weeks) Staff on Duty: Sunday at 1:00 p.m. through Friday 6:00 p.m. You are expected to be at camp until 6:00 for most weeks. With the exceptions of: May 18th – May 29th for staff training (all staff will remain at camp for the duration) Any VBS teams leaving on Sundays will need to be back Saturday night or early on Sunday (decided by the Program Director) depending on when the VBS begins and where it is located. Life guards may need to stay later or return early for In-services and may be asked to help with additional user groups. Discover week 1: Monday June 22nd 9:00 a.m. – Thursday June 25th 6:00 p.m. Discover week 2: Sunday June 28th 9:00 a.m. – Wednesday July 1st 6:00 p.m. Camp Schedule: Campers arrive: Campers depart: RESIDENT CAMP (Sun-Fri) Between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m. Between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m. VBS (Sun–Tue & Wed–Fri) Varied Varied Cabin Size: usually 5 - 14 Max. Campers: On-site programs 90 campers per session; VBS – 20-120 campers per session Total Summer Staff: 20 Total Year Round Staff: 4 Activities: Hikes, Swimming, Worship, Bible study, Boating, Fishing, Archery, Cook-out, Campouts, Crafts, Sports (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, etc.), Games, Ropes Course Challenges, Disc Golf, Campfires, and whatever other wild (but safe!) activities staff comes up with. Basic Monday to Friday Residential Camp Daily Schedule 8:30 Breakfast/Earlybird Devotion 9:15 Cabin Activity 10:15 Cabin Activity 11:15 Worship 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Games/Staff Meeting 1:30 Bible Study 2:30 EXTRAS (staff led sessions for campers) 3:30 Camper Free Time 5:30 Supper 6:30 Clean Cabin/Cabin Time 6:45 All Camp Game/Activity 8:15 Canteen/Hang Out 9:00 Campfire 9:45 Get ready for bed/ Devotion 10:45 Lights Out The above schedule may change depending on the type of camp that is in session. Red Willow Ministries Summer Staff Job Description – Summaries A signed copy of the full job description for the position(s) you are applying for must be attached to your application. You can find them at www. redwillowbiblecamp.org Counselors will live with a group of 5-14 campers and maybe another Counselor. They will be the campers guide and role model for the week on site and work off-site with children in grades 1-5 at VBS. They will lead Bible studies, worship, recreation, crafts, songs, and creative fun. Counselors will also get the opportunity to assist with onsite worship and campfire. They will be responsible for planning and leading a nightly devotional for their cabin. Must be 18 by May 31, 2015 with one year of college or work experience. Dates of employment: May 18 – July 31, 2015. 8 females and 5 males. Support Staff will work together and with full time staff to keep camp operational. They are key to a successful summer. Support staff will spend the majority of their time with other staff in a supportive and fun environment. Specific duties will be assigned to help maintain faculties or cook or serve meals. Support staff may also be a part of day camp (vbs) teams and will spend some of their time interacting with campers. The main requirement is a willingness to learn and participate. Must be graduated from high school. Dates of employment: May 18 – July 31, 2015. Preferably at least 1 male and 1 female, 3 total. The program staff team consists of 4 people in 3 positions: two team leaders, an Aquatics Director and an Adventure Leader. They will work together to prepare for and lead day to day programing. Program staff will arrive at camp one week prior to staff training for an additional week of training. Each of the positions below are outlined with a general set of expectation and responsibilities, but this list is neither definitive nor exclusive. Additional responsibilities will be assigned by the program director and it is a priority that program staff have time to develop skills within their area of interest. Program Staff: Team Leaders must have some camp experience and strong leadership skills. They will be responsible for living in intentional community as a role model to counselors; develop leadership skills in & bring out other gifts in staff members; and work as a servant to staff, providing necessary organization, program materials, encouragement, & evaluation. Together, the 2 team leaders will be in charge of making the day run smoothly by planning group activities, worship, campfire, and leading many activities. This position involves a lot of behindthe-scenes work and may have additional responsibilities as they come up. Preferred age 21 by May 31, 2015. Dates of employment: May 11 – July 31, 2015. Preferably one male and one female. Program Staff: Aquatics Director (AD) is responsible for the safe operation of the waterfront and swimming pool program and facilities. The AD will supervise, provide in-services for and evaluate the lifeguards. AD will train and schedule lookouts. The AD is responsible for testing and maintaining the pool water. This position will also require the supervision of campers at some points during the summer. Must have Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent. Preferred age of 21 by May 31, 2015. Dates of employment: May 11 – July 31, 2015. 1 male or female. Program Staff: Adventure Leader is responsible for the environmental education programs and the outdoor adventure activities. This would include: trails, off-site camping and hiking, mountain bikes, archery, overnight camping, cookouts, Adventure Course activities and outdoor safety and Godly stewardship of His creation. Some certifications in these areas are helpful but not mandatory. Preferred age of 21 by May 31, 2014. Dates of employment: May 11 – July 31, 2015. 1 male or female. 2015 Staff positions and Salary Guidelines Position Salary Dates of Employment Program Staff Counselor Support Staff $3,000 $2,500 $2,200 May 11 – July 31 May 18 – July 31 May 18 – July 31 Bonuses Returning Staff: Returning staff members will be eligible for $100 each returning year as an RWBC full time summer staff member. Considerations may be made for full time summer staff experience at other camps as well. (Example; if you were on staff for the summers of 2013 and 2014 and are hired for the summer of 2015 you would receive a $200 bonus because it is your second summer as a returning staff member) Lifeguard: All lifeguards will receive a $100 bonus. Any staff member who wishes to guard for the camp must attend a day of lifeguard training for certification during staff training (even if you are already certified. This training will be paid for by the camp in addition to your bonus. Information Salary and Benefits: Each staff person receives a weekly salary plus room and board. Worker's Compensation Insurance is also provided. The salary is paid every two weeks. Each staff member will be trained in 1st Aid and CPR. Employees are allowed up to 5 days of paid sick leave or time off for family emergencies during the dates of employment. All other absences must be discussed before signing your contract. Absences may be granted with or without pay. Staff may have the opportunity to be contracted for additional weeks or weekends with pay Employment periods may vary some as needed. If a student has been given minimum summer earning figures to receive financial aid in the following school year, please carefully consider the fact that you are also compensated by receiving room and board from Red Willow Ministries during your employment period. All staff are required to participate in criminal history and sexual abuse background checks. References are required, and forms are provided to the applicant for distribution. Staff who may drive camp vehicles will be required, in advance of actual employment dates, to provide Red Willow Ministries with their Drivers License information (Must be 21 or older). Red Willow Ministries Staff Application Return to: Red Willow Ministries Staff Application 1651 Jacob Dr. Binford, ND 58416 Contact us at: Phone: 701-676-2681 Fax: 701-676-2680 Email: [email protected] Name: ____________________________________ Today’s Date: ________________ [ ] Male [ ] Female Cell Phone: ______________________ Email: ___________________________________ DOB: ______________ Date school ends in Spring: __________________________ Age you will be on May 31, 2015: __________ Driver’s License #: _____________________________________________ State: __________________________ Desired staff position: __________________________________________________________________________ Hometown / Parents’ Address □ mail here College Address □mail here ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ City________________________________________ City________________________________________ ST________________ ZIP_______________________ ST________________ ZIP_______________________ Landline Phone_____________________________ Landline Phone ___________________________ Optional info: Church Membership_____________________________________ Pastor_______________________________ Church town _____________________________________________ ST__________ Zip____________________ Have you ever been convicted of a felony? [ ] Yes [ ] No If Yes, please explain: __________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ Education: Circle current level or highest level completed High School: 10 11 12 College: 1 2 3 4 5 Grad School: 1 2 3 4 Degrees: ___________________________________ Major: ____________________________________________ Background information-work and volunteer info Business: ____________________________________ Position: _________________________________________ Dates employed: _____________________________ Type of work: ___________________________________ Business: _____________________________________ Position: ________________________________________ Dates employed: ______________________________ Type of work: __________________________________ Special Skills: Place a 1 by the skills you have or are comfortable doing/ leading Place a 2 by skills you are willing to help lead Place a 3 by skills you are willing to learn Place a 4 by skills you are not interested in: [ ] Leading Games[ ] Camping Skills [ ] Sports [ ] Planning Devotionals [ ] Drama/ Skits [ ] Archery [ ] Leadership [ ] CPR expires:______________ [ ] VBS [ ] Nature Skills [ ] Crafts [ ] Lifeguard expires:_________ [ ] Swimming [ ] Lead Bible Study [ ] Leading Worship [ ] First Aid expires:__________ [ ] Music: indicate instrument/ voice________________________ [ ]Other______________ List any other certifications you hold: ___________________________________________________________ Free Life Guard training is offered to summer staff. Are you willing to go through this training? [ ] Yes [ ] No Camping Information – tell us about your past experience Experience as a camper: [ ] never [ ] 1-2 years [ ] 3-5 years [ ] 5 or more Experience serving in Camping ministry: [ ] never [ ] 1-2 years [ ] 3-5 years [ ] 5 or more Previous positions held at Red Willow Bible Camp or other camp(s): Camp _______________________________________ Position _________________________________________ Camp _______________________________________ Position _________________________________________ ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS – USE A SEPARATE SHEET OF PAPER Please type your answers if possible. 1. Why do you want to work at Red Willow Ministries? 2. What experience(s) do you have working with kids? 3. What are your top 2 goals for the summer and how will you reach them? 4. What do you consider to be your strengths and how will they be helpful to the Red Willow Ministries community this summer? 5. What are your weaknesses and how will you work on them during the summer? 6. How are you involved in “the Church”? 7. How is your faith expressed in your daily life? Please complete the following with your first thoughts. Use only the space provided. Jesus… God is my… A good community… The Holy Spirit… Camp is… REFERENCES Please list the names, relationship, full addresses, and phone number of three references (Do not list relatives or close friends. Use teachers, employers, pastors, etc.) PLEASE GIVE THE ENCLOSED FORMS TO YOUR REFERENCE CHOICES TO BE MAILED BACK TO CAMP. (Your references should send the completed forms to Red Willow. We encourage you to provide camp-addressed stamped envelopes to each of your references, and make sure to print your name clearly on the top of each form) 1. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Name Relationship Phone number with area code _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address State Zip Code 2. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Name Relationship Phone number with area code _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address State Zip Code 3. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Name Relationship Phone number with area code _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address State Zip Code Time Off and Time Off Requests: Staff are required to be at staff training from May 18th to May 29th unless discussed with the Program Director before they are officially hired. Some positions start May 11th. The first day of summer camp is May 31st and the last day is July 31st for most staff. Staff members are dismissed by 6 pm on Fridays and must return by 1:00pm on Sundays: With the exceptions of: May 18th – May 29th for staff training (all staff will remain at camp for the duration) During weeks of Vacation Bible School teams may occasionally need to be back to camp Saturday night in order to leave promptly on Sunday morning. Life guards may need to stay later or return early on occasion for In-services. Discover week 1: Monday June 22nd 9:00 a.m. – Thursday June 25th 6:00 p.m. Discover week 2: Sunday June 28th 9:00 a.m. – Wednesday July 1st 6:00 p.m. Please list any time (and reasons) beyond weekends that you need to take off for graduations, weddings, family trips, etc. We will do our best to accommodate your early requests. However, no guarantee for time off is given if you do not provide these dates on this application or before you are officially hired. Please list the first and last day of your requested time off from camp. All time off other than the 5 days granted for sick leave or family emergencies is unpaid. _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ I certify that the answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision, including a criminal background history check. I understand that neither this document nor any offer of employment for the employer constitutes an employment contract unless a specific document to that effect is executed by the employer and employee in writing. In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview may result in termination of employment. I also understand that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer. _______________________________________ Signature Date __________________________________________ (if under 18): Parent/Guardian Signature Date ****Along with this application, please attach a signed copy of the job description of the position(s) you are applying for. These can be found on our website: www.redwillowbiblecamp.org. Reference Form – Red Willow Ministries Applicant’s Name: _________________________________________________________ Position: __________________________________________________________________ The person above has listed you as a personal reference. As a potential staff member, the applicant must work and live with young people daily. Please comment freely and include pertinent information that might help us in our hiring process. Your candid appraisal of the applicant is very helpful to us. Please return this form promptly to the address on the back of this form. Thank you. Please read through the following categories on both pages. Check as many descriptions as you feel apply to the applicant. If these areas do not describe the applicant, please feel free to comment. 1. Working with Others: 2. Work Ethic: _____Likes to do it alone _____Takes direction well, does what is asked. _____Is a team player _____Does what is asked, when convenient. _____Likes it their way or not at all _____Self -motivated, does more than asked. _____Cooperative _____Is committed to a project to the end. _____Shares accomplishments _____Does not finish tasks Comments: __________________________________ Comments: ________________________________ ______________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 3. Enthusiasm: 4. _____Has an even disposition (not a lot of highs and lows) _____Has energy that spreads to others _____Responsible, able to think things through for themselves _____Reacts without thinking about actions _____Is enthusiastic, but insincere _____Is a positive role model for others _____Takes on new challenges willingly _____Would rather not have responsibility _____Shows little outward enthusiasm _____Able to relate well with different groups Maturity: Comments: __________________________________ Comments: ________________________________ ______________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 5. 6. Community/Conflict: Leadership _____Is willing to accept others, regardless _____Has the ability to be a positive leader of beliefs _____Can categorize people easily; generalizes _____Considers others’ opinions important _____Deals with conflict in a healthy way _____Is dominant and manipulative at times _____Lets problems build up _____Uses their temper as leadership tool _____Tries to change the beliefs of others _____Likes to be in front leading _____Is easily upset by others _____Would rather be a follower than a leader Comments: __________________________________ Comments: ________________________________ ______________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 7. Counseling Skills: 8. Faith to share: _____Is sensitive to others’ feelings _____Is always talking about their faith _____Likes to share their own story _____Lives their faith out daily _____Good Listener _____Mixes easily with others _____Believes in sharing faith in the context of daily relationships _____Knows what they believe _____Would command respect among campers _____Doesn't have time for others _____They have found it and want others to find it as well _____Struggles with faith _____Believes trust must be earned _____Has all the answers Comments: ____________________________________ Comments: __________________________________ ________________________________________________ ______________________________________________ 9. What is the applicant's strongest asset? _______________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. Any special talents? _________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 11. What is her/his biggest weakness/challenge? ________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 12. Is the applicant able to deal with change in a positive way? __________________________________ 13. How long have you known the applicant? ___________________________________________________ 14. In what capacity? __________________________________________________________________________ 15. Would you be willing to have your child under her/his supervision at camp? ____________________ 16. Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 17. Is there any reason why this applicant should not work with children 24 hours a day? ___________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 18. If there are any other comments you wish to make please attach a separate sheet of paper. Please return promptly to: Your Name_________________________________________________ Red Willow Ministries Jeremy Maahs 1651 Jacob Drive Personnel Binford,%ND 58416 Address____________________________________________________ FAX: (701) Rt. #676-2680 1, Box 318 Phone #: (701) 676-2681 Position____________________________________________________ Email:Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 [email protected] Phone No._________________________________________________ City, St, Zip _________________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________________ Date: ______________________
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