Position Description

Purpose and Scope

Camp Kwasind, a ministry of the Canadian Baptists of Ontario & Quebec is a Christian Camp that seeks, develops and nurtures Christian faith and relationships through effective programs in a safe, exciting, and natural environment. It is our aim to be a living demonstration of God’s love which is demonstrated through our care for all of creation, providing quality programming, and the intentional reaching out to those on route to Jesus as we live as a community of faith.  

The Cabin Leader role is focused on the mentoring, intentional care, spiritual investment, and safety of each camper in their cabin group. Cabin Leaders set the tone and determine the culture of their cabin and contribute to the culture of the camper week.  

Qualifications:

• A mature faith in Jesus Christ and an active part of a local church. 
• Commitment to the mission, faith, philosophy, staff code of conduct and core values of CBOQ & Camp Kwasind. 
• Be a minimum of 19 years of age by end of calendar year. 
• Have experience working with children and young people. 
• Have proven leadership ability and display excellent initiative and judgment. 
• Have a desire to develop their leadership ability. 
• Possession of a valid First Aid certificate is an asset. 

Pre-Camp Responsibilities:

We expect all Cabin Leaders to attend and participate in all required pre-summer training sessions, learn and know Camp Kwasind’s goals and mission and focus on your spiritual growth through a local church and/or mentorship. 

While at Camp, ensure that you:

• Familiarize yourself with the camp schedule - know where and when you are doing activities. 
• Familiarize yourself with the cabin list for each camp session. Be prepared to meet and greet your campers by knowing their names and something about them. 
• At arrival time, welcome your campers. Assist each camper to get settled in. Plan an activity for all campers in your cabin group to get to know each other and help them to feel comfortable and accepted. 
• Accept responsibility for your cabin group and maintain this responsibility all day long. 
• Be actively involved with your campers and always supervising their activities including meals, group activities, bible studies and devotions, recreation, prime-time, and free time.  
• Be responsible for your camper’s cabin life, caring for all their needs and guidance at activities. 
• Be alert to the health and hygiene needs of your campers. Report concerns to the Cabin Leader Coordinator and the camp nurse. 
• Supervise daily cabin cleanup.  
• Ensure that your cabin is in good repair and is a safe environment for all campers. 
• Be sensitive to the emotional and spiritual needs of the camper. Obtain additional help from the other camp staff when needed, including program, waterfront, and leadership team. 
• Co-ordinate, organize and administer cabin duties including making sure campers engaged in activities including devotions, chapel, vespers, and campfires.  
• Allow the campers to be creative but ensure that their choices are appropriate for a Christian camp environment. 
• Always be aware of the whereabouts of your campers. 
• Encourage your campers to participate in all activities and participate in the activities yourself. 
• Notify your Section Head or the Summer Camp Program Manager IMMEDIATELY of any problems related to behvioural concerns, camper interactions, bullying, injuries or struggles campers are having. 
• Use your allotted free time wisely by preparing yourself spiritually, physically, and mentally to continue with your role as an effective cabin leader. 
• Prepare for and lead cabin bible studies each day, keeping the age of your campers in mind and guiding the discussion accordingly.  
• Adhere to the rules and regulations of camp.  
• Serve as a mentor which includes engaging campers in appropriate spiritual conversations, having prayer time with campers, being intentional with prime time and the “in between,” and recognizing that you are to be a model of Christian living to those campers in that cabin. 
• Attend all staff meetings, trainings, and staff bible study/faith practice and weekly chapels 
• Active participation in Campfires, Vespers, Camper chapel, Camp Wide-games, and other programmatic elements as is requested and that is possible with this role 
• Other duties as assigned by the Summer Camp Program Manager or Section Heads 

Your Support

Your Spiritual Health – All staff at Kwasind are given time each day to spend with Jesus and their bible. You will have daily time to connect with other staff, read and discuss the bible during faith practice, and pray together. 

Your Mental/Physical health – We care about your mental and physical health, so each day we provide designated rest times to provide space to focus on self-care. Kwasind also has a registered nurse on site each week to provide additional care as needed.