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Summer employment information for 2008 is now available. 

What are you called to do this summer!

Thank you for your interest in a summer staff position at Cedarkirk.  We firmly believe that the
quality of our program depends on the quality of our staff.  We are looking for caring and energetic
Christians who can contribute to this summer camp ministry.  If you are searching for a summer experience
that is fun, meaningful, and has the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life, please consider
applying for a position on the 2008 Cedarkirk Summer Camp Staff.

To apply, simply download and fill out the staff application and send it in as soon as possible.  You can mail it to
1920 Streetman Drive, Lithia, FL 33547, fax it to (813) 689-9170, or email it to john@cedarkirk.com.
Once we receive your application, we will contact your references, and begin the interview process. If
you know of others who may be interested and qualified, please direct them to this website or have them contact the camp office.
If you have any questions, please contact John at john@cedarkirk.com or (813) 685-4224. We look forward to hearing from you!

This summer we are hiring nearly 30 persons for a variety of positions.  The following notes apply to all the positions
listed unless indicated otherwise in the job description:

  • Applicants must be at least 1 year out of high school and demonstrate the maturity necessary
    for leading and guiding children. All applicants must fill out an application and interview with
    Cedarkirk staff.
  • Term of employment is May 28th(11:00am) to August 10th (7:00 pm) (including staff training
    May 28th - June 8th). Unit Coordinators will start training on May 15th and returning staff
    will begin training on May 27th (11:00am). There will also be opportunities for staff
    employment from August 11th - 16th.
  • Time off includes:
    • Break during staff training: 1:30pm, June 5th - 1:30pm, June 7th
    • Weekends between sessions: each Friday evening following staff meeting (around 8:00
      p.m.) until 12:30 p.m. on each Sunday. There will be a few exceptions as noted in the
      summer schedule and the mid-summer in-service staff training (July 5th-6th).
    • Mid-summer Staff Break: around 8:00pm, June 29th until 10:30am, July 5th).
  • Your pay is based on a full summer of work, and will be pro-rated for days you do not work.
    During the length of employment, lodging and meals are provided.
  • Returning staff who are working the same position will receive an extra $10 per week pay increase.
  • There will be opportunities for lifeguard and/or high ropes training in early May, before staff
    training. These trainings are of no cost to you and do include room and board.

Below are the different positions that we will be filling this summer.  You can also download and print these job descriptions here.

Summer Staff Positions for 2008 (THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN POSITIONS)
CAMP COUNSELOR (21 positions)                                    Weekly Pay: $215
Applicants for this position must have an understanding of the needs of children and youth and be able to respond to and nurture the needs of each camper. Counselors above all serve as strong Christian role models and caretakers for their campers. Each counselor is paired with a co-counselor and up to 16 campers to comprise a small group. Counselors are responsible for the leadership of all small group activities such as Bible study (from prepared curriculum), supervision, recreation, and community building. Counselors rotate between different co-counselors and camps or conferences so there is a variety of ages and types of camps that each counselor will experience. Staff training is extensive and will equip those who are willing to learn with the skills needed to minister in this setting. Counselors need to be flexible and willing to serve in many different situations at Cedarkirk, including some sessions of support staff.
                    
 
UNIT COORDINATOR (4 positions)  (ALL POSITIONS CURRENTLY FILLED)                                Weekly Pay: $275
The applicant needs to have a working knowledge of a summer camping program. These persons will be responsible for staff leadership, logistics and safety concerns of an assigned camp, conference, or mission group at Cedarkirk. Unit Coordinators will work closely with the program staff and with volunteer worship leaders of each camp or conference. Each coordinator will be in communication with: his or her fellow coordinators; counselors to assist and support as issues arise; and volunteers to help them integrate into the camp community. Other responsibilities include large group leadership (recreation, worship and songs, etc.); facilitating the registration process, printing and distributing weekly schedules, leading staff meetings, maintaining records of the summer session, mission site coordination, transportation of campers, and providing guidance and discipline for campers when needed. Each coordinator will also assist the Program Staff during staff training.
      

LIFEGUARD (1 position)                                                   Weekly Pay: $215
The applicant must be Lifeguard certified (WSI is highly desirable) and be familiar with pool supervision and maintenance. This person will be ultimately responsible for the safety of any group at the pool. The lifeguard will be responsible for learning maintenance of our pool and then for daily maintenance and cleaning with the assistance of Senior High campers. The Lifeguard will also have an active role as support staff: leading games and other activities and providing time off for other counselors.


CANOE INSTRUCTOR (1 position)                                    Weekly Pay: $215
The applicant must be Lifeguard certified (or willing to be) and attend Canoe Instructor Certification training. This person will instruct or coordinate the instruction of canoeing skills and safety as well as accompany groups on their trips. The canoe instructor must be comfortable making emergency decisions in the event of sudden weather changes or emergencies in accordance with the skill level of campers. As many campers find this activity difficult and an unfamiliar territory it is necessary for the canoe instructor to be patient, gentle, and willing to allow campers to struggle through mastering the skill while maintaining a safe environment. The Canoe Instructor will also have an active role as support staff: leading games and other activities and providing time off for other counselors.


CHALLENGE COURSE FACILITATOR (one position)    (ALL POSITIONS CURRENTLY FILLED)         Weekly Pay: $225
As Challenge Course (high ropes) facilitator, this person needs to have high ropes certification (Cedarkirk will provide training). The high ropes challenge course is experienced by our middle and high school campers each week, and facilitated by counselors and led by the CCF. You will be responsible for all aspects of managing the challenge course, from equipment, safety inspections, training campers in the use of the course, and debriefing from a Christian perspective. The CCF will also have an active role as support staff: leading games and other activities and providing time off for other counselors.


CRAFT AND PHOTOGRAPHY DIRECTOR (one position)    (ALL POSITIONS CURRENTLY FILLED)    Weekly Pay: $215
The Craft and Photography Director is responsible for implementing craft projects for small groups of campers. This person needs to bring with them skills and creativity to facilitate projects for elementary through senior high campers. The applicant will need to teach art projects, make purchases, work with a budget, and supervise campers. When not with craft groups, the C/P director will take quality digital photographs of campers involved in activities and catalog these photos. The applicant must have a working knowledge of (or willingness to learn) digital photography, a skill at taking quality pictures, and basic computer skills.