Staff
Impact kids and make the most of your summer

Although the Director of Ministries holds the responsibility of hiring/firing our staff, there is an operational level to which the Program Leads oversee and give direction to our summer team.  While the Director of Ministries leads overall vision/direction of our camps, the Program Leads provide ground level support in the delegation and execution of the programs. 

Program Leads are the direct report for our Group Leads and Activity Staff, and it is their responsibility to effectively delegate and manage these two leadership teams.  They will play a role in training these teams, as well as dealing with staffing issues that may arise.  Program Leads are expected to provide weekly check-ins, prayer, and mentorship to all Group Leads and Activity staff.  We believe all our team should be mentored and mentoring. Program Leads mentor/support Group Leads and Activity staff, and will be mentored/supported by our Director of Ministries through weekly check-ins. 

Program Leads are the first call in an emergency, dealing with issues such as camper incident reports, and disclosures.  The expectation is not that this responsibility falls solely on them, but it is done with the support of our year-round Ministry Team. 

Program Leads set the tone for our summer staff. Therefore, part of their role, is creating a staffing environment that has clear communication, detailed forward planning, as well as a sense of encouragement and tangible staff supports.  Practical ways this is carried out is by use of our bulletin board, communication in meetings, and creative use of our staff room to provide encouragement and blessings for our team. 

Program Leads help bring our programs to life!  Whether it be creating new games, theme meals, or TNL (talent show) skits, there is a creative ministry development side to this position.  Our desire at camp is for campers to have fun and be met with a sense of joy in the way we communicate and the overall culture we create.  In some ways this role is a fun event planner. 

Some creative aspects in our program, which our Program Leads are tasked with, is Mayhem Games (wide games), Pophilarity Games (indoor games), Theme Meals, TNL (talent show), SNO (Seniors Night Out), and a support role in JNO (Juniors Night Out).  It is important to not only be creative in this, but also detail oriented.  All moving parts such as instructional videos for games need to be prepared, all materials purchased and ready to go, and the correct people delegated for set up and take down.   

Program Leads are also tasked with creatively supporting our Cabin Leaders.  Whether that be making a giant set of Dutch Blitz cards for cabins to use or adding a stack of “would you rather” questions, and cabin devotion support tools to the cabin bins, the Program Leads seek to support our Cabin Leaders in whatever creative and tangible ways they can. 

The Director of Ministries will organize camp speakers, and worship bands, but Program Leads will “MC” both our chapel and our campfire times.  Although they do not need to take the upfront role, they must make sure all the moving pieces such as who is starting the fire, who is running the sound system, etc. are organized and running smooth. The flow and professionalism of the program falls on the Program Leads. 

Throughout our Spring/Summer season, we also additionally run four Family Camps.  For all four of our Family Camps, the Program Leads will prepare and run a Sunday School style program for the elementary.  They will additionally organize check-in/details for the toddler program and take either a supporting or lead role in our youth program. 

With hundreds of children/youth on-site every week, there are many moving parts and administrative details that the Program Leads are responsible for.  Program Leads are tasked with making schedules for each camp week (Gr 1-3; Gr 4-6; Junior High; Senior High), activity schedules, staff cleaning/dishes schedules, and weekend schedules.  Not only do they have to be mindful of not creating scheduling conflicts between the two main site camps (which they oversee), they also need to coordinate scheduling with the Paintball Lead and Outdoor Lead, to make sure mealtimes and activity times work best for everyone. 

Pre-summer, there is an administrative responsibility to not only organize program supplies, but also take inventory of what remaining summer supplies need to be purchased so that all materials and inventory are on-site, in time for summer. 

Each week there are also administrative tasks such as beginning of the week cabin bins, end of week cabin bins, tuck bins, and the organization and sorting of camper letters, all of which needs to be executed by the Program Leads. 

With our Program Leads having such a large leadership role in our summer camps, it is important that they are cross trained in as many areas as possible.  Our hope is, that if needed, they can provide activity support, cabin support, and hospitality support. 

Every member of our team is meant to fulfill a specific role within the organization, and we want our staff to take the time & space to focus on the priorities of that role. However, the realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), this will be a component of their day-to-day role at camp. 

Each week you will be assigned a handful of cabins to be in your squad.  As Squad Leader, it is your responsibility to:  

• pass along information to your cabins, making sure they all know where to be and what to do throughout the day.  You will also serve as a “filter” for their questions for leadership, answering details around schedule etc. that come up, and informing the Program Leads when situations arise involving larger action steps and follow up.   
• mentor senior cabin leaders.  Although we understand the word “mentor” feels weighty, our goal is for all our staff to be discipled and play a role in discipling others.  Each week you will be responsible for arranging with the Senior Cabin Leaders in your squad, to have a one-on-one meeting with you.  The purpose of this meeting will be a check-in; a time where you ask them questions on how their week is going, what they need from you to thrive, and spending time praying for them.  Even though our camp is getting bigger, it is important to us that all staff feel they have a listening ear available to them, and someone who genuinely cares about their well-being and success.  Your role at Camp Nakamun helps facilitate this. 
• play a leading role in running the activity in which your squad is at.  Although you are not officially Activity Staff, and in multiple ways your job does vary from theirs, during the Activity blocks throughout the day, you will be helping with Activities.  For this reason, all Group Leads must be trained on all activities at Nakamun, and willing to step in and assist with them when needed.  You will remain with your squad during all Activity blocks, as your squad will always travel together from activity to activity throughout this time. 

Although it will be your job to travel with your squad throughout the Activity blocks within the week, there are many other components that make up a week of camp (e.g., Popularity, Mayhem, etc.).  During these portions of the day, it is your responsibility to: 

• help the activity staff with the behind-the-scenes work.  With more people available to help during these times, we hope this will speed up things such as set up and take down times for games, and the overall flow of the large group aspects of camp.   
• “host” on your pre-assigned week(s).  All Group Leads will be given a chance to host at least one week in the summer.  When you are hosting, you will partner with the Program Lead to do tasks such as chapel and campfire announcements, and being in an upfront role during large group activities to give directions, etc.   

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), along with the family camps in July and August, this will be a component of your day-to-day role at camp. 

Each week you will be assigned a cabin of 7-9 campers. As a cabin leader, it is your responsibility to get to know your campers and provide a welcoming and inclusive environment to the campers assigned to your cabin each week. In some ways, this position models that of a loving parent to the campers onsite.  It is your responsibility to ensure the campers’ basic needs are being met (e.g. they are brushing their teeth, changing their clothes, staying hydrated, applying sunscreen, bringing a sweater to campfire, etc.). It is also your responsibility to follow the schedule, provided by leadership, ensuring your cabin gets to their scheduled activities on time, and is in bed at lights out.  Additionally, as a leader and role model to the campers entrusted in your care, there is an expectation that you will not only be present, but engaged and supportive of leadership throughout the day-to-day scheduled activities and games.  Whether that be playing a character in a game, dressing up for a theme meal, or cheering on participates in an activity, there is an expectation that you will set a positive and supportive tone for your campers and the greater camp community.

Being a camp owned by the Christian Missionary Alliance, our desire is to share the love of God to all who come to camp. As a cabin leader, you will be in direct contact with the campers and will have the best opportunity to share Christ with them. Being present and able to chat with your campers throughout the week will allow for relationships to form and conversations to happen. Your role also includes, leading your cabin in evening devotions.  

Our goal is for all our staff to be discipled and play a role in discipling others. As a cabin leader, it is your role to disciple your campers, as well as your assigned Junior Cabin Leader. In turn, you will have a Group Lead intentionally discipling you. 

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).  During our Family Camps, Cabin Leaders are expected to run activities, help with dishes and housekeeping, and serve our camp in many practical hands-on ways. A willingness to step in and serve others, is expected in this position. 

Activity/Lifeguard staff is a task related position that will provide support for the main site camp activities. These activities include the zipline, climbing wall, king swing, tubing, barge rides, canoeing or kayaking, swimming, archery, craft, field games, etc. These people will work alongside the Group Leads in supporting the Program Leads to make sure that the program is running smoothly each day. Some of the tasks that Activity/Lifeguard staff will be asked to carry out will include:  

• setting up and inspection of the various activities   
• operating the activities in a safe manner through the trained procedures  
• keeping record of participants and documenting all actions at activities 
• If needed, provide first aid support to the campers and staff to ensure a safe environment. 
• Setting up and participating in the wide games in the evenings 
• Making the campfire each evening and extinguishing it at the end of the night 

The second responsibility of the Activity staff is to fulfill Lifeguard duties at Camp Nakamun’s indoor pool and hot tub. This is outlined in training by the National Lifesaving Society and through the National Lifeguard certification. This will be assigned only to certified individuals. 

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), along with the family camps in July and August, this will be a component of your day-to-day role at camp.  

This is a service job. A lot of your day will be doing the work that allows the camp program to run smoothly. You will be working alongside the housekeeper lead to make sure the cleaning duties for each day are completed by leading and delegating the junior worker volunteers.  

 These duties include: 

• setting up and serving each meal 
• cleaning up after each meal (dishes and dining room) 
• maintaining facility cleanliness (bathrooms and main facility)  
• end of week clean up  
• other jobs that the housekeeper lead assigns.

This role does have a lot of service work in the hospitality portion but it is an amazing opportunity to disciple and mentor the youth that come and volunteer.  Jr. Leads will be one of the main links to our Jr. staff, especially our Jr. Workers who are usually in grade 8 & 9. Each week you will have a new group of 10-12 Jr. Workers that you will be working with in hospitality support and you will be able to establish positive relationships with these youth. They will learn from you in how you present yourself, your work ethic, as well as confide in you and discuss life. We believe all our team should be mentored and mentoring. Jr. Leads mentor/support the jr. team and will be mentored/supported by the ministry coordinator through weekly check ins. 
As the Jr. Lead you will be responsible for: 

• Staying with and in charge of the Jr. Workers each week – including night time 

• Daily devotions with the Jr. Workers each day  
• Check in with each Jr. Worker throughout the week 
• Plan and implement JNOs (Jr. Night Outs) one evening each week. This is a fun team bonding event for all Jr.’s and a great time to connect with the Jr. Cabin Leads too.  
• Being available to chat and discuss life and God.
   

The first week of camp, we have our Staff Leadership Training (SLT) camp. This week is for all staff, Sr. and Jr., to get trained in the practical responsibilities, establish team unity, as well as be given spiritual input into their lives before the campers come. Along with our year round staff, you will be a part of leading sessions during the week of SLT for our jr. staff.  
Jr. Leads may also be called upon to lead our Sr. staff in how to do hospitality duties correctly as well as check work from other staff members. They may also help out with summer program by being a role in a wide game or activity.  There will be sr. staff meetings in the evenings that you will be a part of and offer any updates or information to the group that is needed. Also be a prayer support to other staff members.  

As Day Camp Lead, you are responsible for planning age appropriate crafts, games, and activities for the campers in the program. You will also make lists of resources and supplies needed for the program.

Each week up to 8 campers come to day camp. As Day Camp Lead, you will spend each day facilitating the program that you planned. You will have a space for your own program, and will join the Main Site camp for some activities, some chapels, and meals.

Each week you will collect videos and pictures of the campers. These will be used for social media posts, highlight videos, and marketing purposes throughout the year. You are responsible for making sure there is enough varied content collected each week by sticking to schedule, and collaborating with other members of the team.  

Ways to accomplish these tasks: 

• Keeping SD cards organized 

• Importing content in a timely manner 

• Operating expensive equipment (DJI Drone, DJI Osmo, DSLR Camera) 

• Following a footage collection plan to make sure different cabins and activities are covered  

• Being flexible and creative with footage collection and cameras 

Each week you are responsible for creating a video highlighting the events of the week. Some weeks this may be the main site video, others it might be paintball or outdoor videos. The video will include campers participating in all activities offered to that camp, including wide games, theme meals, popularities, and other fun moments caught on film throughout the week. Each video will also feature “cabin shots” which is a moment for each camper’s face to be shown to be sure everyone is included in the video.  

Ways to accomplish these tasks:  

• Becoming familiar with Final Cut Pro 

• Finding royalty-free music that supports our mission 

• Being creative 

Each day, camp program requires audio or visual needs for games, meals, pophilarities, other fun events. You and your team are responsible for meeting these needs. This includes managing sound for chapel, running PowerPoints for games, changing slides for worship, and any other music or video needed for activities. Each week we put on a variety show (Thursday Night Live), and the Media team is responsible for touching base with the acts that require audio or visual elements, queuing them up, and running them during the show.   

Your role as a Media Technician has components that are individual, but you are also a part of a greater team. As a member of the Media Team, you are responsible for making sure your individual tasks are being accomplished while also supporting the team as you work together to meet the media needs of the summer program, collect footage, and screen all photos and videos to ensure it is appropriate and supports our mission.

Every member of our summer team is meant to fulfill a specific role within the organization, and we want our staff to take the time & space to focus on the priorities of that role. However, the realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer this will be a component of their day-to-day role at camp.

The attendant is required to be on site and on call for the duration of the program. Their duties require them to assist campers and staff with any first aid and medical needs. They will use a provided cell phone and radio for on site communication for quick access and response. Our organization offers the opportunity for this individual to receive an advanced first aid certification that is above Occupational Health and Safety’s requirement. 

The medic will be responsible for the intake of all medication for any camper or staff member that is under the age of 18. They will be entrusted to properly store and secure these medications and then with the proper distribution of them as required. They will also be responsible for stocking the over-the-counter medications and supplies of the first aid room, along with dispensing these as required.  

The medic will be responsible for stocking, supplying, monitoring and inventory all first aid kits during the program. They will also be responsible for the stocking of the first aid room supplies and all required accessories to complete their tasks.  

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), along with the family camps in July and August, this will be a component of your day-to-day role at camp.

This role is an amazing opportunity to disciple and mentor the youth that come and volunteer on the grounds crew each week. The Grounds Crew Lead will be the main contact person for a group of volunteers who will be in grades 8-12. Each week you will have a new group that you will be working with to establish positive relationships. They will learn from you in how you present yourself and your work ethic as you discuss life and work alongside each other during the week. We believe all our team should be mentored and mentoring. The Grounds Crew Lead will mentor the grounds crew, and will be mentored by the Site and Facilities Coordinator through daily check ins. As Grounds Crew Lead you will be responsible for:

-Staying with and in charge of the Grounds Crew each week – including nighttime

-Be on a rotation along with the Site and Facilities Manager/ Coordinator to lead daily morning devotions

-Check in with each Grounds Crew member throughout the week

-Help plan and implement JNO (Junior Night Out) one evening each week. This is a fun team bonding event for all the junior team and a great time to connect with the junior cabin leads too

-be available to chat and discuss life and God

The main responsibilities of this position are related to the upkeep of the grounds at camp. You will be working closely with the Site and Facilities team to lead the junior grounds crew volunteers.

These duties include

• Helping with the parking lot attendants when parents arrive to drop off and pick up their kids
• Running mowers, trimmers and other small equipment needed to keep the grounds looking good
• Garbage pick up
• Keeping the firewood sheds stocked
• Weeding and watering the trees and flowers beds around camp
• Other jobs that the maintenance team assigns

The first week of camp, we have our Staff Leadership Training (SLT) camp. This week is for all staff to get trained in the practical responsibilities, establish team unity, as well as be given spiritual input into their lives before the campers come. Along with our year-round staff you will be a part of training the volunteers on how to do the grounds related duties correctly. You will also help out with and offer support to our summer program by being involved in wide games and some activities. There will be staff meetings in the evening that you will be a part of and offer any updates or information to the group that is needed. Also be a prayer support to other staff members.

Every member of our team is meant to fulfill a specific role within the organization, and we want our staff to take the time & space to focus on the priorities of that role. However, the realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), this will be a component of their day-to-day role at camp.   

As the maintenance support, you will be a part of the team who creates and maintains the grounds to be a welcoming and inviting place for all who attend. This job requires you to be physically active and able to lift 50lbs or more. It also requires you to be on your feet for most of the day, able to have open communication and a willingness to learn.  

Some of the tasks that you will be required to complete will be;  

• Trimming and mowing the grounds  
• Changing and picking up garbage around the site 
• Split and fill firewood sheds  
• General care and up keep of buildings and grounds  

If you want to be a part of camp ministry but would prefer to serve behind the scenes, this job could be a great fit for you. This job allows you to serve our camp community in the way of preparing and serving the meals. An excellent work ethic and great attitude is essential for this role. A standard day in the kitchen will start at 7am and end at about 7pm with an afternoon break and mealtime breaks included. This is a fast-paced job that requires heavy lifting and good mobility, it is very hands on!   

The head cooks will direct the kitchen assistants in what tasks they need to do each day. These tasks may include: 

• Cutting up vegetables and or fruit 
• Making and dishing up desserts  
• General meal prep  
• Regular cleaning of all kitchen appliances and equipment 
• Putting away and organizing grocery orders as they arrive 
• Supporting the Junior Workers as they serve meals and clean dishes  
• Assisting campers who have allergies  

This job requires you to be on your feet for most of the day, requires open communication and a willingness to learn, and you will be serving with a crew of people who want to share love to others through the gift of a meal.  

The paintball lead is the point person for the paintball camps in the summer. They will provide ground level support in the delegation and execution of the paintball program. The responsibilities will include implementing the schedule, check in with the paintball staff throughout the week, offer spiritual input during campfires and throughout the week to the campers and paintball staff, set up and participate in other evening activities for the camp and any other tasks that need to get done to keep the camp running smoothly. They will offer direction to the rest of the paintball staff. We believe all our team should be mentored and mentoring. The paintball lead will mentor/support the senior and junior paintball staff, and will be mentored/supported by our Operations Director  through weekly check-ins. They will work with the Program Leads to make sure that the schedule correlates with the main site camps and have the support they need throughout the week.  

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), along with the family camps in July and August, this will be a component of your day-to-day role at camp. 

The Paintball Tech/Ref will oversee running and maintaining the paintball activity. This will include; 

• Cleaning and maintaining the paintball guns and masks 
• Refereeing each paintball game for safety and fair play  
• keeping record of participants and safety measures taken 
• Keeping the c-can organized and clean  
• Maintain the paintball fields so that they are safe to play in 

The paintball tech/ref is a part of the paintball team. This means that as a team member, you will be working with the rest of the paintball team to run the paintball camps each week of camp. The main responsibility is to run the paintball activity, but you will also be involved in the whole program of the paintball camp, doing other tasks to help the program run smoothly. These tasks will include:  

• Staying in the cabin and building relationships with the campers  
• Running main site activities in the evenings  
• Participating in games and activities outside of paintball activity 

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.). During the family camps in July and August, this will be a component of your day-to-day role at camp. 

The main responsibility of the Outdoor Lead is to create an outdoor experience for the participants, of varied levels of skill, that will invite them to experience Gods creation. All aspects of guiding the campers (navigation, route planning, logistics, cooking, first aid, safety, etc).  

Spiritual leadership of all outdoor camps including daily devotions, prayer and campfire spiritual focus. The Outdoor lead can spread this responsibility out between the outdoor team but is responsible for ensuring that all aspects are delivered. 

The Outdoor team will be responsible for any program preparation required to run the outdoor camps off-site or on-site. Examples of this could be trail maintenance, group facilitation equipment maintenance or building, scouting trips, etc.  

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).   In the months prior to summer (May and June), along with the family camps in July and August, this will be a component of your day-to-day role at camp. 

• The outdoor Technicians will work alongside the Outdoor Lead in preparing for and facilitating the outdoor camps for the summer. They will be responsible for different aspects of the program depending on skill alignment and team optimization. Some of these tasks could include but not limited to; meal planning and food prep, gear supply and maintenance, scouting and logistics, team building and games, camper bonding and relationships 

The Outdoor Technicians will work alongside the Outdoor Lead in providing spiritual direction for the campers. This will be done through daily devotions, campfire focus times and prayer.  

The Outdoor team will be responsible for any program preparation required to run the outdoor camps off-site or on-site. Examples of this could be trail maintenance, group facilitation equipment maintenance or building, scouting trips, etc. 

The realities of camp operations require that each of us be willing to step outside of that specific role, when circumstances demand, to support the broader needs of the organization. Therefore, this job, like all others, requires a willingness to serve our guests and campers in practical ways (e.g., serving meals, doing dishes, facilitating activities, general housekeeping etc.).  During the family camps in the summer the role of staff will be to help in housekeeping, activities and children’s program.