Positions

The following are job descriptions for the various positions available at Camp Firwood.

Counseling

Counselor

The counselor is directly responsible for all of the children that are assigned to his/her cabin. This responsibility begins on opening day and does not end until the children are discharged on closing day. Must be at least 19 years of age or through first year of college.

CIT – Counselor in Training

The Counselor-In-Training (CIT) position is a vital part of the ministry of Firwood camps. A CIT will take part in various programs, operational duties, work projects, and Bible studies. Also included in a CIT daily schedule is maximum hours of practical, on-the-job training with campers throughout the week. This is done under close supervision by the CIT Leader and a counselor to whom the CIT is assigned for the summer.

Activities

Activities Director

The Activities Director’s main responsibility is to oversee all Firwood activity classes (except the Challenge Course). This includes selecting and assigning qualified personnel to instruct each activity class offered at Firwood as well as providing close supervision and monitoring each class for effectiveness and safety. The Activities Director will work closely with the Waterfront Director to schedule all lifeguards for supervision of the waterfront.

Craft [ESA] Director

The Craft director is responsible for supervising and running the craft program. Specifically, they are responsible for organizing crafts and teaching class 2 hours a day and supervising the ESA during free time.

Head Boat Driver

Responsible for driving boats and supervising Wakeboard/Water Ski program.

Paintball Director

The Paintball Director is responsible for organizing and supervising the Paintball program. They will work to insure that campers and staff remain safe while having fun in an competitive environment.

Paintball Assistant

The Paintball Assistant reports to the Paintball Director and provides support for the Paintball program.

Waterfront Director

The Waterfront Director is responsible for supervising all Firwood Lifeguards as well as insuring proper use of all waterfront areas. Candidates must currently have lifeguard, First Aid and CPR certification as well as 6 weeks of supervision experience.

Program

Program Director

The Program Director is responsible for planning, scheduling, and supervising skits, team competition, meals and special camp activities. The Program Director will also work directly with a Program Team selected from the staff.

Outpost Director

The Outpost Director is responsible for organizing all overnight activities at camp. The Outpost Director is also a part of the Program Team.

Road Runner

The Road Runner is responsible for gathering all necessary supplies from off site. A candidate must be 21 or older with a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Pastoral

CIT Leader

Counselor-in-Training Leader has direct input into the lives of 35 high school young people each summer. It is a personnel position and the responsibility will be centered on the spiritual growth of these young people, and on the physical operation of camp.

Lead Counselor

The Lead Counselor is a summer staff Leadership position designed to assist the counselor in carrying out his ministry with the campers. The major areas of responsibility will be to the counselors, the campers, and their parents. The Lead Counselor must demonstrate spiritual maturity in his daily life. The individual should also have refined skills in interpersonal communication.

Music and Worship Director

The Music and Worship Director is responsible for organizing a worship team and leading worship daily during staff meeting and Centerstage times.

Support

Administrative Assistant

The Administrative Assistant helps provide support to the Director and Assistant Director as needed. Tasks include answering the phone, keeping track of receipts and payroll as well as other duties assigned.

Honey Hut Manager

The Honey Hut Manager is responsible for running the Honey Hut [Camp Store]. Tasks include supervising CITs, stocking merchandise, ordering supplies and keeping track of accounts.

Maintenance Assistant

The Maintenance Assistant works under the direction of the Maintenance Director to keep camp running smoothly from an operations stand point.

Health Aid

The Health Aid is responsible of the overall health of camp. They operate the infirmary for both campers and staff. Their duties also include maintaining all necessary health records, screening campers, and supervising the general health and safety of all camp activities.

Audio/Visual

Videographer

The Videographer is responsible for shooting, publishing and producing a weekly highlight video of a camper’s experience at camp.

Web Photographer

The Web Photographer is responsible for daily taking pictures and uploading them to a website.