Windy Gap- Housekeeper II
Windy Gap- Housekeeper II
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Job Description
All camps share a common purpose: creating an environment where Young Life staff bring Christ to life by creatively presenting the complete gospel of Jesus Christ. Speaking clearly from the Scriptures camp speakers introduce kids to the person of Christ the nature of humanity the work of Christ on the cross the hope of the resurrection and the opportunity for reconciliation with God.
Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position.
Camping Commitment Statement
As a follower of Jesus Christ and a minister of His Gospel demonstrate a basic understanding of Young Lifes ministry strategy and participate in providing excellent camping experiences for individuals to encounter Jesus Christ and know the truth of Gods love for them.
Mission & Authority
Through both continued formal training and direct experience lead volunteers and foster an environment where guests staff and volunteers are well cared for using the cornerstones of cleaning stocking and laundry. This is a support role that works alongside the Housekeeping Supervisor to learn all aspects of the Housekeeping Department.
ESSENTIAL PREREQUISITES FOR ALL STAFF MEMBERS (FROM YOUNG LIFES BYLAWS ARTICLE VII):
Because of Young Lifes exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and as such is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore employees and volunteers of Young Life during working and nonworking hours shall: (i) be ready willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including without limitation those related to religious belief or ministry activities.
Essential Duties:
Spiritual Formation: Intentionally provide opportunities for staff to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus.
Participate in opportunities for growing deeper in your relationship with Jesus
With direction from supervisor develop an annual personal spiritual growth plan.
Support a culture that honors the ministry of housekeeping.
Interpersonal Relationships: Help build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests staff vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community.
Build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests staff vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community.
Maintain healthy communication while working with other departments at camp
Support the Assigned Team and families to help them with ministry goals while at camp.
Attentive Hospitality: Equip servant leaders who anticipate and respond to the needs of our guests staff and vendors through Christ-like service.
Demonstrate a posture of service that anticipates guest needs and responds with professionalism through intentional decisions and systems.
Ensure that all guests and other departments on camp are shown care and hospitality from the Housekeeping department.
Support and execute efficient systems that prepare spaces for guests arrival facilitate safe environments and respond to situational needs.
Execute Laundry systems to serve Work Crew Summer Staff and campers.
Comprehensive Stewardship: Manage with integrity the finances people buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry.
Manage with integrity the finances people buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry through the support and execution of systems in place.
Equip interns and volunteers to participate in comprehensive stewardship of the housekeeping department.
Utilize the LINK to schedule DIN routine tasks and preventative maintenance
Demonstrate proficiency of camp cleaning policies and procedures for school and summer seasons.
Operate laundry systems responsibly and maintain care of laundry machines.
Talent Development: Through a consistent and accountable evaluation process we identify and provide opportunities for staff in continuing education leadership development career-pathing and cross-training.
Demonstrate a desire to grow through engagement in the Individual Development Plan process and participation in training and development opportunities.
Assist in training and supervising interns and volunteers.
Embracing Excellence: Standing on the platform of national standards and metrics we gladly prepare an environment that glorifies Jesus Christ.
Execute daily responsibilities with attention to the standards and metrics required for excellent camp operations.
Recognize inventory levels of all supplies are at levels to meet guest needs.
Training Expectations:
Participate in Young Life Pace Call trainings.
Camp or Job Specific Working Conditions:
Hours will include evening and weekend shifts
Working conditions will include lifting up to 50lbs squatting kneeling and ladder use
Participate in camp events which will include outdoor work environments.
Proper knowledge and use of cleaning chemicals
For camp specific if applicable see attached document
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Qualifications and Experience Required For The Job:
Demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communication with guests vendors and staff.
Demonstrate understanding of Young Life ministry strategy and mission
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions.
Job Specific Working Conditions:
Young Lifes Windy Gap is located in the Blue Ridge mountains of Western North Carolina about 20 minutes north of Asheville. Camp operates year-round and traditionally hosts over 60000 guest days per year.
Notes:
Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp.
Employment Type
Full-Time
