Guide-Counselor

Dates: Early June to Mid-August; see application for this year’s dates

Pay: $250-$260/week

 

Guide-Counselors must be…

• Emotionally and spiritually prepared for hard work in the service of others

• Able to sustain prolonged physical activity (i.e. paddling, hiking, etc.)

• Excited about working with youth and influencing their lives for the better

• Engaged in the life of faith and willing to lead open discussion, Bible study, and devotions from a Christian perspective

• Enthusiastic about being outdoors for extended periods. Extensive wilderness/camping experience is not necessary, but preferred.

• Present for the entirety of staff training, usually the first two and a half weeks of June.

• Over 19 years of age, or having completed one year of college

• Certified in lifeguarding and CPR by the beginning of staff training

Responsibilities Include…

• Lead a variety of wilderness trips during the eight weeks of the summer season, including Montreal canoeing, flatwater canoeing, white water canoeing, backpacking, and family camp

• Lead and teach wilderness skills, including canoeing, outdoor cooking, and camping skills

• Take responsibility, usually along with a co-guide, for the health, safety, and well-being of groups of 5-14 Jr. or Sr. high aged campers

• Act as a caring and encouraging role model of Christian life, emotional health, and compassion for others

• Assist with various in-camp duties when not on-trail as assigned by the directors