Position Objective:

KC Counselor/River Guides are primarily responsible to model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, providing for campers’ safety and well-being while befriending and nurturing spiritual growth through program activities and curriculum, leading/assisting with adventure and recreation activities. Will also act as river guides as to ensure that campers have a camp experience in a manner consistent with MHA’s mission, vision and values.

General Qualifications:

The Kidder Creek (“KC”) Counselor/River Guide is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming Mount Hermon Association, Inc.’s (“MHA”) mission, vision and beliefs.  They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. 

Key Job Accountabilities:           

• Live with and lead approx. 7-8 campers each week.


• Lead small group Bible studies.


• Seek out and connect to campers guiding them spiritually through activities and curriculum.


• Oversee and implement a variety of adventure, recreation, and guiding activities as assigned, with enthusiasm.


• Ensure camper safety at all times.


• Attend all staff meetings and events.


• Share in the responsibilities of keeping camp areas (including cabins, living areas, workspaces and supplies) clean and orderly.


• Actively participate in and contribute to the broader program, serving in both your primary and secondary roles with enthusiasm.


• Actively engage and help build the summer staff community with your attitude, words, and actions.


• Ensure smooth execution of the program specifically by being on time, prepared, and willing to assist with immediate and/or unforeseen needs.


• Housekeeping & kitchen duties during rotation weeks including (but not limited to) dishes, bathrooms, trash, etc.


• Ride the transportation bus as a chaperone one weekend.


• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisors.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• At least 1 year’ college experience preferred.


• Must be CPR/First Aid certified prior to arriving at camp.


• Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record required.


• If you are 21 or older, you may be asked to drive campers and/or guests as part of your job responsibilities. 


• Take and pass the ropes course belay training during KC staff training.


• Must have successfully completed KC’s River Guide School and Swift Water Rescue (or equivalent course from another provider) prior to summer.

Work Experience:

• Prior experience working with students of varying ages.


• Prior camp counseling experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.


• Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed and thought-through faith in Christ.


• Positive role model, listener, enthusiastic leader, and friend.


• Possess creativity, willingness to learn and ability to teach and lead Bible studies.


• Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.


• Attention to detail and follow-through, creative and able to adjust to challenges of the program.


• Flexible and adaptable to changing job assignments and schedules with short notice.

Physical Demands:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.


• Requires lifting and transporting 25-50 lbs. of gear and equipment up and down stairs.


• Requires employee to ascend and/or descend ladders, stairs, cables, and trees using hands and feet. 


• The employee is frequently required to run, swim, stand, sit for long periods and use steep trails and stairs.


• The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl.


• The physical environment requires the employee to talk and hear both in person from close and long distances and by phone or radio.


• The employee may be required to lift, push or pull persons or equipment over 100 lbs.


• Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, use of both eyes, ability to distinguish basic colors and shades; depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.


• Ability to be in the sun for extended periods.

Additional Requirements/Skills:

• Preferably at least 21 years of age or older with a clean driving record due to MH driver policy.


• Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.


• Will be required to work secondary assignments and rotation week assignments of adventure, recreation, transportation and/or housekeeping duties.


• Must agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and use of personal vehicles for business purposes.


• Assist in service needs (maintenance, food service, and housekeeping) at camp as assigned by the Kidder Creek leadership team.


• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.


• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.


• Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.