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Position Objective:

The Ponderosa Lodge Intern will gain knowledge, ability and skills pertaining to programming in a camp setting within the Ponderosa Lodge program. They will assist with the planning and implementation of Mount Hermon Association (MHA)'s programs under the leadership of the Director of Ponderosa Lodge, in a manner consistent with MHA’s mission, vision, beliefs and standards of conduct.

General Qualifications:

The Ponderosa Lodge Intern 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 Christian mission, vision, beliefs and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. All staff join into our community life of prayer, worship and spiritual activity, including but not limited to staff meetings, attendance at programs, Bible Study, and staff gatherings.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Assist with the design, coordination and leadership of summer programs by taking part in key vision strategy, theme development, and implementation, as well as acquiring the experience of taking a retreat from beginning to end.
• Participate in the process of recruiting summer staff, including but not limited to participating in making contacts about camp, interviewing, and hiring.
• Participate in the theme development process including planning, coordinating and implementing all thematic elements.
• Provide leadership in summer programs by acting as a summer staff lead.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None