Adventure Camp Staff Application

Adventure Camp Staff Application

Thank you for applying for a position with Adventure Camp.
Please visit the Adventure Camp Jobs page for the full job descriptions for each available position.
Type of Applicant*

New Adventure Camp StaffReturning Adventure Camp Staff - I worked at AC last summer.Returning Adventure Camp Staff - I did not work at AC last summer.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Birth date*

MonthDayYear
Student status*

Gordon Studentstudent at another collegenon-student
Graduation year*
Gordon ID number (if applicable)
Current address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Permanent address (if different)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Cell phone number*
Email address*
example@example.com
T-shirt size (unisex sizing)*
Dates that conflict with the summer schedule (the staff absence policy can be found on the staff information page).
Select all positions you're applying for or interested in.*

CounselorRock Gym SpecialistRopes Course SpecialistMountain Bike SpecialistCanoe SpecialistKayak SpecialistPhotographerGear ManagerRegistrarStaff CookResident Advisor (RA)Off-campus DirectorCIT DirectorOn-campus Director
Select all activities that you feel confident and experienced in leading or teaching to others.*

GamesRainy day activitiesSkitsWorking with 10-15-year-oldsFull value discussionsLow ropesBelaying at the rock gymBelaying at the ropes courseSetting up an outdoor rock climbCanoeingKayakingMountain BikingOrienteering (map and compass skills)Identifying native plants and animalsCamping Skills (cooking, setting up camp, LNT, etc.)Photography
List any relevant training, licensing, or certifications and the date they expire. Include CPR, first aid, medical certifications, lifeguarding, Gordon vehicle licenses, etc.*
Please list your employment background for the past five years and include the employer, employer address, position, dates, contact person, and phone number.*
List any new employers since you last worked for Adventure Camp, and include the employer, address, position, dates, contact person, and phone number.*
Ministry background - list your involvement in church, para-church, youth work, etc.*
What was your past experience with La Vida like and what did you learn from that experience? Who were your leaders?*
Describe your past experience with Adventure Camp and what you learned from that experience. How will that impact your leadership this summer?*
Based on your experience from working at camp, what activity areas or aspects of community life would you like to be more involved with this summer?*
Describe ways that you would like to see our staff community life improve this summer.*
What are the main reasons you want to work at La Vida Adventure Camp?*
Have you had any experience working with middle or high school students? What draws you to work with them this summer?*
If you could have a camper leave with one thing to remember or have learned, what would it be and why?*
How would your friends and family describe you? How would you describe yourself?*
What strengths, gifts, or talents do you have that could be beneficial to the ministry of Adventure Camp? What areas are you working on, and what steps are you taking to do so?*
What have you been learning in your faith about God this year? How will this affect your leadership this summer?*
Describe your Christian faith. What have you been learning in your faith or about God this year? How will this affect your leadership this summer?*
The staff community is more intense than typical campus life. What is your definition of a healthy, Christian community? How do you see yourself fitting into that?*
We have staff small groups during the summer. Would you consider leading a small group?*

Yes, I would love to!Yes, I would consider it.I would prefer not to lead a small group.
To complete your application, you must submit 3 references (unless you worked at Adventure Camp last summer). Please list your three references below, and then send this Adventure Camp Staff Reference Form to each of your three references.
1st reference - name, email, phone, and relationship*
2nd reference - name, email, phone, and relationship*
3rd reference - name, email, phone, and relationship*
Do you have any additional questions or comments you would like to share?
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