Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Start Date: 2025

Length of Service: 4-8 Weeks

May - June or July-July


Reports to:

BlueSky Camp Director

Overview:

The Junior Counselor’s (JC) primary role will be to assist the Camp Counselors to care for and guide campers as they engage in;- fun activities, adventurous challenges, and spiritually rich community. They may also assist the Program staff with a variety of tasks related to activities and daily programs at camp. The JC should be eager to nurture the Campers and create an environment of love, acceptance, and growth. 

Junior Counselors will serve under the leadership of Full-time and Seasonal BlueSky staff who are experienced, professional, and faithfully following Jesus in their lives. It is an opportunity for them to grow in their personal faith, strengthen character through serving others, develop leadership and professional skills, and build positive friendships with peers. 

Responsibilities:

Working with other camp staff members to implement camp programs and create a Christ-centered, fun, and safe environment for campers.

  • Learning from staff on how to facilitate small group conversations, teach from the Bible, and invite kids into healthy relationships with God and others.

  • Assist Program aides in set-up and set-down of various activities.

  • Leading, supporting, and engaging campers as they participate in age-appropriate activities. 

  • Knowing emergency protocols and keeping an eye on campers to ensure they follow camp guidelines helps in preventing accidents.

  • Reporting details of incidents, such as accidents or rule violations, to their Counselor, thus helping in preventing accidents.

  • Maintaining and overseeing proper use of camp facilities and equipment.