Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Length of Service: 4-8 Weeks

May - July


Reports to:

Camp Counselor

Overview:

The Junior Counselor’s (JC) primary role will be to assist the Camp Counselors to care for and guide campers as they engage in; fun activities, adventurous challenges, and spiritually rich community. They may also assist the Program staff with a variety of tasks related to activities and daily programs at camp. The JC should be eager to nurture the Campers and create an environment of love, acceptance, and growth. 

Junior Counselors will serve under the leadership of Full-time and Seasonal BlueSky staff who are experienced, professional, and faithfully following Jesus in their lives. It is an opportunity for them to grow in their personal faith, strengthen character through serving others, develop leadership and professional skills, and build positive friendships with peers. 

Responsibilities:

Working with other camp staff members to implement camp programs and create a Christ-centered, fun, and safe environment for campers.

  • Learning from staff on how to facilitate small group conversations, teach from the Bible, and invite kids into healthy relationships with God and others.

  • Assist Program aides in set-up and set-down of various activities.

  • Leading, supporting, and engaging campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities. 

  • Knowing emergency protocols and keeping an eye on campers to ensure they follow camp guidelines helps in preventing accidents.

  • Reporting details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to their Counselor, thus helping in preventing accidents.

  • Maintaining and overseeing proper use of camp facilities and equipment.

Qualifications:

  • A self-professing Christ follower, actively involved in a Christian faith community and actively pursuing Christ on a consistent basis.

  • Heart for the nations with proven spiritual leadership experience.

  • Passion for adventure and the outdoors, along with a deep commitment to Christian faith and values.

  • You must be aged 19 years and above.

  • Must have a genuine interest in promoting a positive, safe, and fun environment for children is vital.

  • Previous experience working with children, whether in camps, after- school programs, tutoring, babysitting can be beneficial.

  • Given the nature of many camp programs, being physically fit is a crucial requirement.

  • Ability to lead and inspire campers.

  • Effective in communicating with campers and staff.

  • Be able to address issues and conflict that may arise among campers.

  • Must be patient and have compassion for campers and fellow staff.

  • Must be flexible and responsive to changing situations.

  • Having skills or knowledge in activities offered in camp can be advantageous.

  • Ability to work cooperatively with other staff with other staff members and integrate into the camp’s community.

Requirements:

  • Commitment to the BlueSky Vision: Purpose, Mission, and Core Values.

  • Willingness to commit for at least 3 weeks (1 staff training week and 2 Camp sessions).

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