Overnight Team Leader at Christian Camp

**Serve Jesus. Lead Others. Make a Difference.**

Camp Chestermere is more than just a summer camp—it’s a place where lives are transformed by the love of Jesus Christ. Located on the beautiful shores of Chestermere Lake, we’ve been sharing the Gospel through fun, faith, and leadership development since 1937. Each summer, over 1,600 campers experience God’s love through exciting activities like kayaking, archery, team-building, and powerful worship sessions.

**We’re Hiring Faith-Filled Leaders**

We’re looking for passionate followers of Jesus to join our summer ministry team. If you love Jesus, want to grow as a leader, and feel called to serve, this is your opportunity to live out your faith while helping kids encounter God in a life-changing way.

**Why Serve at Camp Chestermere?**
- **Share Jesus’ Love**: Lead campers toward Christ through words and actions.
- **Kingdom Impact**: Be part of God’s work in transforming lives.
- **Leadership Development**: Grow in faith, leadership, and ministry skills.
- **Christian Community**: Build lifelong friendships centered on Christ.

**Answer the Call. Make a Difference. Serve Jesus.**
- **Overnight Team Lead (Male/Female)**_

**Job Description**:

- The Overnight Team Lead is a leadership position responsible for overseeing, training, and supporting a team of Overnight Cabin Leaders to ensure the best possible cabin experience for campers. The Overnight Team Lead will collaborate closely with Cabin Leaders and the Camp Coordinator to create a positive, supportive, and safe environment for both campers and staff. This role involves providing mentorship, managing scheduling, handling challenging situations, and supporting the overall camp experience for staff and campers._

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Leadership & Team Support**:
○ Provide guidance and mentorship to Overnight Cabin Leaders

○ Support Senior Cabin Leaders in their oversight of Junior Cabin Leaders.

○ Serve as the primary point of contact for cabin leaders when dealing with difficult camper issues (homesickness, behavioral issues, cabin unity, etc.).

○ Lead daily team check-ins to provide information, support, and resources for staff.

○ Update Camp Coordinator weekly with how each of the staff are doing.
- **Scheduling & Logistics**:
○ Work with Camp Coordinator to pair senior and junior staff together in cabins each week.

○ Schedule staff meal breaks and activity breaks.

○ Plan and execute Gratis schedule for campers
- **Camp Activities & Camper Support**:
○ Facilitate and lead weekly overnight staff meetings and staff devotionals.

○ Engage with parents professionally and help address behavioral challenges, including making phone calls to parents to problem-solve when necessary.

○ Ensure that cabin facilities are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition throughout the camp session.

○ Work with Programs to facilitate smooth transitions in the schedule and MC for overnight program gatherings as needed.

○ Be available to help run activities and events as needed.
- **Training & Development**:
○ Work with the Camp Coordinator and the rest of the Seasonal Leadership Team to train new and returning overnight cabin leaders.

○ Participate in staff training and orientation, focusing on the specific needs and responsibilities of overnight staff.
- **Camp Administration**:
○ Maintain accurate records related to camper and staff behaviors, incidents, and other critical information.

○ Ensure compliance with camp policies, procedures, and safety protocols.

**Qualifications**:
**Required**:

- Minimum of 18 years of age (or as required by local laws).
- Previous experience in a camp or youth leadership role, including experience in supervising or mentoring staff or peers.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with both staff and campers.
- Experience managing conflict, including addressing behavioral issues and homesickness in campers.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the camp, including creating a safe, supportive environment for all campers and staff.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification (or the ability to obtain before the start of the camp season).

**Preferred**:

- Experience in a leadership or supervisory role in a camp, youth organization, or similar setting.
- Previous experience with camper discipline and behavior management.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to lead and participate in staff devotionals and spiritual activities.

**Working Conditions**:

- This position requires overnight shifts and a flexible schedule to accommodate the camp’s operational hours.
- Work is primarily outdoors in various weather conditions, with some indoor responsibilities.
- Some physical labor is required, including helping to maintain camp facilities and supporting cabin cleanup r