Summer Staff positions

This position works with other Lifeguards and health officer to offer a safe and regulated waterfront to guests. Works shifts guarding the waterfront and monitoring the beachfront.

Requirements:

18 years or older

Must have the ability to obtain Red Cross Lifeguard Certification prior to the start of camp. (New Life will help pay and obtain this certification)

Responsibilities:

Safety of campers engaged in waterfront activities

Maintenance of waterfront equipment and grounds

Be flexible and be able to work in multiple departments a day

Have willingness to do whatever the ministry calls you to do

Be willing to drive off site if group does water activities elsewhere.

Must be willing to work in other areas of camp as needed

The health officer must be qualified, according to the State of Michigan, to administer prescription and non-prescription medication, treat small injuries, and care for the guests as deemed necessary. They will oversee the health and safety of up to 200+ people during their time at camp.

Requirements:

18 years or older

Must have an outgoing personality and be great with kids.

Must be organized and able to multitask

Must have a valid driver’s license

Have at least American Red Cross Responding to Emergencies and CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certifications (New Life will help pay for and obtain this certification)

Current or future Healthcare professional preferred (RN, PA, NP, PHD)

Responsibilities:

Collecting and dispensing prescription medication.

Perform routine medical care (Cleaning scrapes, applying bandages, dispensing over-the-counter medications, etc.)

Maintain communication with group leader and parents about injuries, medications, etc.

Document and track medication and other medical supplies handed out

Keep inventory of supplies needed

Calling parents to discuss medical care

Keep calm in stressful situations

The Recreation Manager will be responsible for making sure all activities are set up, safe, and operational before the group arrives. You will also be working alongside other summer staff and TMC. As the Recreation Manager, you will make sure staff working with you know their job and keep them on task during setup, running the activity, and tear down.

Requirements:

Must be 18 years or older

Be able to lift heavy items

Must have an outgoing, enthusiastic, and positive personality; not timid

Responsibilities:

Set up and take down all recreational games and activities

Help in any area of camp as needed

Willing to help in Housekeeping

Have a positive attitude

Supervise the safety of activities being played

Recreational activities camp has:

Zipline, Laser Tag, Climbing wall, Bungee jump

Recreation staff are responsible for assisting the Recreational manager in setting up all Recreational activities during the week. You will be working alongside other summer staff or TMC.

Requirement:

Must be 18 years or older

Be able to lift heavy items

Must have an outgoing, enthusiastic, and positive personality; not timid

Responsibilities:

Set up and take down all recreational games and activities

Help in any area of camp as needed

Willing to help in Housekeeping

Have a positive attitude

Supervise the safety of activities being played

Recreational activities camp has:

Zipline, Laser Tag, Climbing wall, Bungee jump

The Food Service Manager is to manage workers in an efficient way. Make sure food is prepared safely, is going out on time, and is presentable to our guests. Work in a team, completing a variety of different tasks, including food preparation, dishwashing, and food inventory. Good for those energized by a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements:

Must be ServSafe certified (New Life will pay and help get certification)

Be able to work in fast-paced environments

Good time management, ability to multitask, and give directions to staff and volunteers

Have a great attitude and enjoy working with other people.

Responsibilities:

Managing and organizing up to 10 staff members at a time

Maintain a clean and safe kitchen at all times

Provide three meals a day to 200+ guests each day

Understanding food allergies and preparing alternatives for guests with special diets.

Organize incoming inventory, take current inventory, and manage food ordering.

The Food Service assistant work includes assisting the Food service manager in the back of the house of our dining hall. Work in a team completing various tasks, including

food preparation, dishwashing, cleaning, and serving. Good for those energized by a fast-paced team environment.

Requirements:

Must be ServSafe certified (New Life will pay and help get certification)

Be able to work in fast-paced environments

Good time management, ability to multitask, and prioritize tasks

Have a great attitude and enjoy working with other people

Responsibilities:

Work alongside staff and volunteers to complete tasks

Maintain a clean and safe kitchen at all times

Provide three meals a day to 200+ guests each day

Understanding food allergies and preparing alternatives for guests with special diets.

Maintenance helps in all areas of camp but mainly focuses on the first impression of Camp. From the moment guests see The New Life Sign till they leave, maintenance plays a crucial part in the cleanliness and environment at Camp.

Requirement:

Must be 18 years or older

Must have a valid driver’s license

Be able to lift 50 lbs

Have the knowledge or willingness to learn how to run a zero-turn weed eater, blowers, and other small equipment tools.

No outdoor allergies are preferred

Must be self-motivated and comfortable working alone

Responsibilities:

Mow and weed-eat grass on a daily basis

Prune bushes and plants throughout camp

Take trash out from areas to the dumpsters

Set up and oversee bonfires

Be safe with all equipment

Operation support is a customer-focused position working Foodservice, Housekeeping, and Snack shack. Operations is the team that makes sure everything is ready to go before the guests are there and that everything runs smoothly when it's in motion.

Requirements:

Must have a positive attitude

Must be at least 16 years old

Teamwork mentality

Customer service experience preferred

Responsibilities:

Serve each Guest, Group leader, Child with a warm and hospitable attitude

Serve at the buffet line

Count money in cash drawers at Snack Shack

Be flexible and be able to work in multiple departments a day

Have a willingness to do whatever the ministry calls you to do

Help clean accommodations that guests are using

The Housekeeping Manager will ensure all accommodations are cleaned for guests coming into them. The Manager is also responsible for cleaning, stocking, and doing laundry during the day. They will also be looking ahead and organizing closets and Teams for the turning of Camp.

Requirement:

Showing Christ through the cleaning and organizing of Camp

Be able to lift heavy items when needed

Detailed oriented

Have a servant's heart

Be able to motivate people you are working with

Responsibilities:

Manage cleaning of Camp between groups by designating teams to do certain sections.

Organizing and stocking cleaning supplies in areas of Camp

Daily maid service and general cleaning

Work alongside other camp staff during the turning of Camp between groups.

Oversee all cleaning and make sure it is being done to the Camp standard.

Housekeepers are to ensure all accommodations are cleaned for guests coming into them. They are to assist the Housekeeping Manager with daily cleaning and work with TMC and other staff to ensure the camp stays cleaned to camp standards.

Requirement:

Showing Christ through the cleaning and organizing of Camp

Be able to lift heavy items when needed

Detailed oriented

Have a servant's heart

Be able to motivate people you are working with

Responsibilities:

Assist the housekeeping Manager

Organizing and stocking cleaning supplies in areas of Camp

Daily maid service and general cleaning

Work alongside other camp staff during the turning of Camp between groups.

Oversee all cleaning and make sure it is being done to the Camp standard.