Position Description

Our SEED Program reflects a unique and exciting discipleship program. The letters are an acronym for Servants, Encouraged, Equipped, Discipled. Successful applicants are involved in an intense program which includes Bible Study, hard work, character building, skill development and ministry experience. We are currently looking for a Male SEED Leader to facilitate this program.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must be a born again Christian in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, modeling Jesus’ example in all aspects of work and life, both on the job site and in your personal life.
• Possess a solid understanding of the Gospel and basic Christian theology.
• Experience working with teens and leading a team.
• Preferred Education: Basic First Aid

 General Responsibilities:

• Provide care for the SEED through orientation, encouraging, serving, mentoring, and prayer.
• The male SEED leader will care for the male SEEDs.
• Lead and guide the SEED participants in each area of the program, ensuring a well–balanced camp experience and an opportunity to deepen their commitment to Christ. Encourage them to be team orientated, responsible, co–operative, creative and positive in attitudes. 
• Model a Christ–like spirit in social relationships, in attitudes towards campers, staff and camp responsibilities, and in the whole manner of life.
• To be seeking discipleship moments in everyday situations during the camp season.
• Personally prepare yourself emotionally, mentally, physically, spiritually and socially.

Specific Responsibilities:

Pre-camp:

• Contact parents and SEEDs to arrange arrival and departure dates.
• Perform SEED interviews as necessary. 
• Read the materials and complete all required projects / paperwork received from the Camp.
• Provide the Program Director/ Camp Director with ‘need to know’ information regarding personal choices or struggles that may affect your level of care/competence –especially regarding time spent with or around campers.

Camp Training

• Take part in June Training Camp, getting to know the staff.
• Participate as a team player, showing respect and care to other members.
• Work with the Program Director to develop good relationships between SEED participants and the rest of the staff.
• Read the materials and complete all required projects received from the Camp.
• Become completely familiar with the Discovery materials and theme of each Camp.
• Become fully acquainted with facilities, grounds and emergency procedures.
• Complete the requirements of Team Training, with a servant attitude.
• Prepare designated sessions for Cabin Leader / SEED Training.
• Assist in preparation of camp facilities and grounds.

During Camp

• Support and lead the SEED participants in their daily responsibilities, encouraging good communication with team and leadership.
• Prepare and lead inter–active Bible studies and prayer meetings with SEEDs, providing opportunities for SEED participants to develop in their relationship with God through prayer support, regular contact, individual action plans and accountability.
• Schedule the SEED in their supporting jobs of the camp program (cabin placements, dishes, and site cleaning).
• Participate in the whole program with a positive attitude and a desire to learn.
• Ensure that SEED participants receive sufficient rest and use their personal time in such a way as to be ready to minister more effectively each day.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Program Director/ Camp Director.

After Summer / Camp

• Complete and submit all required evaluations and reports related to your responsibilities. This includes a personal growth report, evaluations for each SEED, and an evaluation of the program.
• Assist in the summer–end clean up of property.