Summer Staff
Paid Summer Ministry Positions
Attention college students! Looking for a summer job that is fun, rewarding…and pays?! Look no further! Camp Tulahead offers and incredible summer experience that will enrich your life and the lives of those you encounter, and not leave you penniless before the start of a new semester. We pay all of our staff a summer salary of $2240.00- $2500.00(plus room and board), for a seasonal position extending from approximately the last week of June to the end of August/beginning of September.
We hire yearly, and begin our application process at the start of each new year (January/February). The application deadline is March 1st. We hire for the following positions.
Cabin Leader and Activity Instructor
Head Lifeguard
Assistant Lifeguard
Assistant Cook
First Aid Attendant
LIGHT Director
Program Assistant
Summer Office Staff
Audio/Visual Tech
(For detailed position descriptions, keep scrolling down this page)
To apply, download the appropriate staff application and set of reference forms below. If you have never worked at Tulahead before, download the new staff forms. If you are returning staff, please download the PAST Summer Staff forms.
PAST Summer Staff Application
PAST Summer Staff Reference Forms
NEW Summer Staff Application
NEW Summer Staff Reference Forms
Read on to discover more about being on our summer ministry team:
We believe our job is to be missionaries to a world that’s increasingly unchurched and non-Christian and that we will have little impact on the next generation without a mission perspective permeating what we do!
Do you have a passion to see the Gospel shared with today’s youth?
Do you want to make an immediate difference in a child’s life?
Do you desire to be a tool in God’s hand?
If your answers are yes, then we believe God is calling you to be part of a ministry which is challenging the hearts of many of today’s youth. WE BELIEVE IN THE TRUTH OF THE GOSPEL, IN THE POWER OF PRAYER AND IN THE LIFE-CHANGING WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. We also believe that spending time at Tulahead will challenge you, stretch you spiritually, and fill your heart with a sense of God’s greatness.
We are looking for people who have:
- a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active and growing faith.
- a passion for today’s youth.
- and a desire to understand and love them.
- a commitment to lifestyle evangelism.
- and a desire to share what God has taught them.
- a servant’s heart, a listening ear, an accepting attitude and a compassionate vision.
- a commitment to the local church and its ministries.
- a desire to leave their safety zone and reach youth where they are at.
- an appreciation for teamwork
- and a desire to work hard at being a team player.
- graduated from high school and wants to be used by God this summer.
The “rewards”…
- salary of $2,240.00- $2,500.00
- fellowship with a team
- that is reaching today’s youth with the TRUTH
- growth in your Christian walk
- increased skills for your future vocation
- valuable and life-long friendships
- life changing experiences, challenges and victories
- opportunities to serve your Lord
- the beauty and majesty of God’s creation
- room, board (that’s Tulahead’s awesome food) & the use of the camp’s facilities & equipment
- rich rewards while learning to rely on God’s strength
- one day off per week and time off each day
What we’re about….
We believe that Christian camping reaches today’s youth with the claims of Christ in a way that has impact. The very nature of the camp environment challenges each one’s basic assumptions about life, purpose, relationships, success and happiness. Tulahead provides you with the opportunity to develop caring relationships with children and youth ages 8-17 and introduce them to the life-changing love of Jesus Christ. Tulahead’s maximum capacity of 80 campers/week provides ample opportunity for the staff to really get to know the campers and develop solid friendships.
Since 1981, thousands of people, young and old, have begun living the Christian life as a result of their experiences at Tulahead. The mission statement of this ministry is “to assist BC’s evangelical churches in reaching today’s youth with tomorrow’s hope – Jesus Christ” and we are excited about the vision that God has entrusted to us and look forward to working with all those who feel led to be a part of this ministry.
Tulahead is owned and operated by the Camp Tulahead Society, an inter-denominational, evangelical, non-profit organization. Tulahead is a fully accredited member of the BC Camping Association & the BC Fellowship of Christian Camps.
POSITION DESCRIPTIONS:
Cabin Leader and Activity Instructor:
This position includes a variety of ways to serve through counselling, activity instructing, program support and kitchen staff. While counselling you are responsible for seven campers per week, and it is an asset to have previous counselling/youth work experience and/or training. As an activity instructor you will have the opportunity to instruct an activity to a group of 13 campers in one of the camp activities (previous instructing experience is also an asset). Program support includes serving in a variety of areas including any specific skills you may have. Kitchen staff will introduce you to the most essential areas of the camp ministry – food preparation and serving. Overall, you are there to love the campers, build relationships and share the truth of the gospel.
Head Lifeguard:
You will be responsible for supervising the entire waterfront facility, including activities, staff, safety, equipment and general maintenance. You will also be in charge of all lifeguards, boat operators and support staff. You must be at least 20 years old, hold a current NLS certificate, have substantial lifeguarding and leadership experience, organizational skills, and proficiency in various water activities.
Assistant Lifeguard:
You will be responsible to assist the Head Lifeguard with the supervision of the waterfront facility and to teach a water activity. You must hold a current NLS certificate, have previous guarding experience, and proficiency in various water activities.
Assistant Cook:
You will be assist the cook with meal preparation and keeping the kitchen clean, organized and positive. Previous cooking experience is required and knowledge about food preparation.
First Aid Attendant:
You will be responsible to coordinate all aspects of camp health, including first aid, health care, and training staff. You will also assist with administration and program duties. You must have current training in advanced first aid (minimum OFA Level 2) and previous experience, organizational, people and caring skills.
L.I.G.H.T. Director:
You will responsible for coordinating and leading our leadership training program (LIGHT) for Grade 10-12 participants. Previous leadership experience with high school students, organizational skills and the ability to instruct in group and individual settings are essential. You will also assist with administration and program duties.
Program Assistant:
You will assist the LIGHT Director by running the LIT program and the Program Director by overseeing the daytime activity program. You will be involved in pre-camp planning, prepping and organizing. Previous leadership experience and organizational skills are essential.
Office Assistant:
You will be responsible for coordinating the check in procedure of campers throughout the summer; working in the camp office -answering and returning phone calls, photocopying, filing, etc; driving for errands and hospital/clinic visits; and assist the Directors in various ways.
A/V Tech:
You will be responsible for producing a weekly camp DVD, DVD duplication, camper orders and for the maintenance and care of the audio/visual equipment. Photography and video experience is required as well as computer editing knowledge.
The Committment:
Pre-Camp: June 24-July 3
Summer Ministry Weeks: July 4-August 28
Staff Weekend: July 31 -August 1
Post Camp: August 28-29
Pre-Camp combines preparation for the arrival of the campers with hands on training, team building, shared vision and good old fun. The week includes instructional sessions in first aid, emergency procedures, water safety, abuse response, counselling, activity skills and support staff skills. We will also enjoy times of laughter, challenge, support and worship as we bond together as a unit for the incredible experience before us.
Staff weekend is a great time for the staff to refocus, regenerate and renew for the second half of the ministry season. We will relax, laugh, share, pray and enjoy a few summer staff traditions.
Post-Camp provides time for us to pack up and clean up; enjoy our last few nights hanging out with our awesome staff family; and enjoying a few summer highlights.
Application: Complete the application form in full and mail it to:
Camp Tulahead – Summer Staff
Box 1272
Princeton, BC V0X 1W0
*Note that there are separate application forms for NEW and PAST staff, please complete the appropriate one
References: Please remind those who are completing references for you to have them in by March 1st. We cannot process your application until all your references are received.
Interview: Once your application has been received in full and reviewed, a decision will be made regarding moving to the next step – an interview. Interview dates and times are arranged by phone and held in person in the lower mainland.
Staff Fund: Summer staff are asked to give the camp a list of 10 people you believe would be interested in supporting your desire to serve at Tulahead for the summer. Letters will be sent to them asking for their support as well as a letter sent to your home Church asking for the support of $500.
Application and Reference Deadline: March 1st
Interviews: March 5-10
For More Info: phone/fax 250-295-6233 or tulahead@nethop.net
www.camptulahead.com
