Recreation Staff Ojai Valley

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Recreation staff work hard to provide, recreational safety & leadership, outstanding customer service, spiritual direction & a welcoming environment to all guests of Forest Home Ojai Valley.

JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt

Job Details:

• After training, responsible for safely operating 2 zip-lines, climbing walls, archery range, arrow tag, retail camp store and lite camp maintenance cleaning.
• No prior experience is needed. but always welcomed!
• Under age 18 ok if work permit can be obtained.
• This position requires extensive training. Forest Home will provide all necessary training to run recreation elements safely. further employment depends on successfully completing training 
• We offer  reasonable flexibility for school schedules & second jobs 
• Saturday availability required full weekend availability preferred 
• Our Recreation elements operate year round.
• Starting Pay is $17.00 per hour.
• Opportunities exist to cross train for different departments and positions  ( Lifeguard, Food Service,  Guest Conference Hosting, Buildings & Grounds, ect) 
• Once you apply, your application will be reviewed in 48 hours and we will email you with next steps.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assists in recreation programs as assigned.
• Responsible for daily set up, inspection, cleanup, and operation of zip lines, climbing walls, archery & arrow tag ranges, camp store, or any other recreation activity. 
• Provide instruction to guests regarding safety and operation of recreation programs to ensure safety and smooth operation of courses.  
• Cleaning of platform tents and guest cabins after each guest groups departure.
• Willing & able to obtain First Aid, CPR/AED certifications, and possibly "Association of Challenge Course Technology Level 1 Facilitator "
• Understands & upholds Recreation safety Emergency Action Plan & procedures. 
• Assures equipment is inspected and maintained with good stewardship to ensure safety of guests and staff

• Maintains inventories and supplies with good communication on needed changes
• Maintains a willingness and positive attitude to help out in areas  outside of this job description in various departments at Forest Home. 
• Supports and participates in spiritual life activities. 
• Attend and participate in all mandatory meetings and trainings 
•  Performs other duties as assigned.
  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  

• Working towards high school diploma or equivalent.  
• Prefer but not required work experience in a camp setting. 
  
• Preferred experience in job or ministry that requires guest interaction and service with people of all ages.
• Must be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification and preform minor first aid if needed  
• Interest & personal engagement in  outdoor recreation activities preferred. (hiking, rock climbing, camping, swimming, surfing, challenge courses, ect )  

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Uphold and support the Mission, Vision and Core Values of Forest Home. 
• Assume responsibility for initiating a pleasant atmosphere by displaying a professional attitude through performance, appearance, and demeanor. 

• Ability to hear from God and pray for people, both in person and on the phone 
  
• Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks. 
• Signed statement of faith. 
• Ability to provide service with integrity. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrate ability to perform high quality work and accomplish assigned projects. 
• Strong ability to work well in a variety of team environments. 
• Assume responsibility for initiating a pleasant atmosphere by displaying a professional attitude through performance, appearance, and demeanor.

• Servant heart and Christ-like attitude. 
• Must be prepared to encounter challenging situations. 
• Must be punctual and responsible individual. 
• Exhibit great interpersonal skills with people of all ages. 
• Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture. 

• Understanding of respect for authority and peers, as well as camp guidelines and principles. 
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with the various departments at Forest Home. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Position DOES NOT have supervisory responsibilities.  

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit. Requires mild physical work; some lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 20 pounds. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person. 

Reasonable efforts are made to accommodate disabilities. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. 

ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in extreme heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. 
• Requires walking, sitting, and standing for 6-8 hours a day. 
• Must be able to work at heights up to 60 feet off the ground. 
• Requires employees to ascend and/or descend ladders, stairs, cables, and poles with hands and feet. 
  

• Requires lifting and transporting 25-50 lbs. of gear and equipment up and down stairs 
  
• Ability to walk up to a mile daily 
• Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person. 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud at times. 
 
 FOREST HOME EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. All terms and conditions of employment, duties, and responsibilities are subject to the Forest Home Employee Handbook. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of Forest Home not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission and access to, or treatment or employment in its program or activities, as required by section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the American with Disabilities Act, as amended (to the extent applicable to the Ministry), Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, as amended, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, and their implementing regulations. As a religious institution, Forest Home is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees on the basis of religion.

FOREST HOME CORE VALUES 

Surrender to Christ (Romans 12:1-2) 

• Abide with the Lord daily through study of His Word and prayer 

• Surrender to the Lord daily through obedience to His Word 
• Worship the Lord with the Forest Home Community 
• Commit to grow in your faith through regular attendance at a local church 
• Prioritize God, Family, and Work appropriately 
• Be prepared to share your testimony with staff or guests 

• Walk in Biblical purity (1 Timothy 4:12) by rejecting one’s sinful nature  

Love (I Corinthians 13) 

• Display the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control (Galatians 5:22) 
• Be respectful to others 

• Demonstrate compassion 

Serve (Philippians 2:3-11) 

• Give generously to God and others through time, talent and treasure 
• Seek to put others’ needs above your own 

• Demonstrate humility in both spirit and deed 
• Actively look for ways to serve 

Walk in Integrity (Titus 2:11-12, Proverbs 4:23-27) 

• Show loyalty to others, even when they are not present 

• Do the right thing, even when others are not present 
• Extend trust and seek to believe the best in others 
• Ask for forgiveness quickly when necessary 
• Be truthful and transparent with others 

Strive for Excellence (Colossians 3:23-24) 

• Demonstrate accountability with time and resources 
• Request and receive training 
• Desire to improve, and challenge others to do the same 
• Commit to exceeding guest expectations 

• Refuse mediocrity 

Engage in Community (I Thessalonians 5:11-13) 

• Seek first to understand before being understood 
• Communicate clearly, empathetically and respectfully 

• Work through conflict Biblically (Matthew 18-15-17) 
• Participate in intentional and purposeful community activities 
• Partner with teammates for the goal of unity and team effectiveness 
• Play and appreciate “campy” fun 
• Faithfully pray for one another 

Innovate (Ephesians 3:20-21) 

• Dream Big 
• Proactively seek solutions 
• Think outside the box 

• Dream, plan and execute new ideas 
• Acknowledge and trust that all things are possible through Jesus Christ our Lord (Matthew 19:26) 

Salary : $17