Post on 10-Feb-2022
Camp Office 52792 80th St
Bricelyn, MN 56014
shawn@prairierivercamp.org
Ph: 507.383.9989
Summer Staff APPLICATION
Junior Staff
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Dear Applicant,
Enclosed, please find the Summer Staff Application form for Junior Staff and 3
recommendation forms. You must be 14, 15, 16, or 17 years of age as of January 1 to apply
for this opportunity.
Please fill out the application completely and return it to our office through email or postal
mail. Distribute the recommendation form to three different individuals whom you choose to
provide your recommendation information. Instruct these individuals to return the form to
our office, not to you.
If you have any questions or require further information, please call
me at 850.218.3534. I look forward to hearing from you.
May God bless you as you seek His will in your life!
~Shawn Hammer
Interim Camp Director
Prairie River Camp
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SU M M E R J U N I O R ST A F F PO SI T I O N D E SC R I PT I O N
Prairie River Camp of Bricelyn, Minnesota is looking for mature students who are interested in
gaining hands-on experience. Prairie River Camp is a ministry of South Central Minnesota Youth for Christ.
Mission Statement:
“Youth For Christ reaches young people everywhere, working together with the local Church and
other like-minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in
lifestyle, devotion to the Word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ, and
commitment to social involvement.”
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As a member of the Prairie River Camp team, you will be a vital part of furthering this mission among youth
and families through interaction and shared experiences at camp.
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SUMMARY
• There are 5 weeks available to serve at camp this summer. You may choose any 3 that you are
available for. Calendar is on the next page.
• Lodging and meals provided.
• Time off is at the discretion of your supervisor.
• Compensation is dependent upon age.
o 14 years old = COST for applicant $50 per week
o 15 years old = COST for applicant $50 per week
o 16 years old = We pay you $60 per week
o 17 years old = We pay you $60 per week
EXPECTATIONS
Each day will vary in what is expected. However, it is important you understand that we will be working
on days when we do not have campers or guest groups.
• Work with campers during the summer youth camps and families, youth and rental groups.
• Do hard physical labor (mowing, weed whacking, pulling weeds, and cleaning bathrooms).
• Listen to and Follow the directions of your Team Leader.
OUTCOMES
• Receive Valuable Ministry training and Leadership Development training from Prairie River Camp &
South Central Minnesota Youth for Christ staff.
• The opportunity to be in a supportive, nurturing, encouraging and faith-growing environment.
• Gain invaluable, hands-on, ministry experience as you work with families and young people in the
area, demonstrating to them the love and person of Jesus Christ.
If you are considering a career in youth/family ministry or volunteering with youth in the future, this is an
excellent opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience, knowledge and training.
God bless you and may your walk with Him grow closer each day.
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2019 Summer Staff Calendar
PLEASE PICK AT LEAST 3 weeks that you are available.
• Mandatory Training – May 23-24 – Mandatory Staff Training at The Rock in Albert Lea
• Week 1 – June 9 - June 14
• Week 2 – June 17 - June 22
• Week 3 - June 23 - June 29
• Week 4 - July 14 - July 20
• Week 5 - July 21 - July 27
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Prairie River Camp S o u t h C e n t r a l M N Y o u t h f o r C h r i s t
Summer Internship Application
Name ________________________________________________________ _____ ____/____/_____
Last First Middle Age Birthdate
______________________________________________________________________ (______) ________________
Home Address: Box, Street, City, State. Zip Phone
Email: __________________________________________________________________________________________
Sex: M ____ F ____
Serve Weeks Available: Mandatory Training May23-24 Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5
School ___________________________________________ Grade Level ___________ T-Shirt Size: ____
What co-curricular activities do you participate in? ____________________________________________________
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What special talents, interests, hobbies, and activities do you share with youth? __________________________
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Why do you want to work with youth? _______________________________________________________________
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Why do you think you would be good working with youth? ____________________________________________
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What previous experience do you have working with youth? ___________________________________________
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Have you ever been hospitalized or has it been recommended for physical or emotional reasons? ______
Do you have physical or emotional limitations or problems? _______
If the answer is “Yes” to either question please explain: ________________________________________________
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Date of last tetanus shot: _________________________
Have you ever been accused or convicted of child abuse? Yes ____ No ____
If you answered “Yes”, please explain all instances in detail: ___________________________________________
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Have you ever been arrested or criminally convicted in your life? Yes _____ No _____
If you answered “Yes” to the criminal question, please explain all instances in detail: ______
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When did you become a Christian? _________________________________________________________________
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Have you changed since then? _____________________________________________________________________
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Which three people have had the greatest impact upon your life and why?
1. _________________________ because _______________________________________________________
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2. ___________________________ because _______________________________________________________
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3. ___________________________ because _______________________________________________________
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Describe your present personal Bible reading/devotional pattern: _____________________________________
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If you were to stand before God and He were to ask you, “Why should I let you enter heaven?” what answer
would you give? __________________________________________________________________________________
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What role does God play in your life? _______________________________________________________________
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From your perspective, what is the Bible? ____________________________________________________________
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From your perspective, what is the importance of prayer? _____________________________________________
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CHURCH INVOLVEMENT
What is your home church (name & location)? ________________________________________________________
What is your participation there? ___________________________________________________________________
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Pastor’s Name ___________________________________________________ Phone (_____) ______ - __________
Address _________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please give three references we may contact as to your personal character and abilities:
(References should be from outside your family) 1) Name _________________________________ ________________ (____) ______ - _________ Relationship Home Phone
_____________________________________________________________ (____) ______ - _________ Address Work Phone
1) Name _________________________________ ________________ (____) ______ - _________ Relationship Home Phone
_____________________________________________________________ (____) ______ - _________ Address Work Phone
1) Name _________________________________ ________________ (____) ______ - _________ Relationship Home Phone
_____________________________________________________________ (____) ______ - _________ Address Work Phone
YOUTH FOR CHRIST STATEMENT OF FAITH
1. We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible authoritative Word of God
2. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
3. We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious
and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the
Father, and in His personal return in power and glory.
4. We believe that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, regeneration by the Holy Spirit is absolutely essential.
5. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life.
6. We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and lost; that they are saved unto the resurrection of life and that
they are lost unto the resurrection of damnation.
7. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in Christ.
This doctrinal statement represents my beliefs except as noted here: _________________________________________
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I agree with the policies of South Central MN Youth for Christ.
Signature _______________________________________________ Date ________________
I believe my responses in this application are a fair and clear statement of my situation, feelings, and beliefs
at the present time, and that I am fitted for service in South Central MN Youth for Christ.
Signature _______________________________________________ Date ________________
Return entire application along with a current photo to:
Prairie River Camp
52792 80th St, Bricelyn MN 56014
CONFIDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION
Type or use black ink only Location applying for: _____________________________________
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT: Position applying for: ______________________________________
Name of Applicant: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Last Name First Name Middle Name
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TO BE COMPLETED BY REFERENCE:
The YFC Acceptance Committee would appreciate a confidential statement from you concerning the applicant named above, evaluating his/her ability to undertake Christian ministry and his/her potential as a Christian leader. Please complete and return in the envelope provided.
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Theological insight
Completes assigned tasks
Leadership potential
Plans ahead
Punctuality
Wise use of money
Wise use of time
Working with others
1. What are the applicant’s greatest strengths? (Be as specific as possible) ____________________________________
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2. Have you any reason for lack of confidence in this applicant? _____________________________________________
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3. In your opinion, is the applicant suited to supervise others in the evangelism of youth? ________________________
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Please indicate whether your recommendation is given:
____Enthusiastically ____Strongly ____Fairly Strongly ____Without Enthusiasm ____With Reluctance
OTHER REMARKS __________________________________________________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Signature Address __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Position __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Date
CONFIDENTIAL Do Not return to applicant. Please send this statement directly to: South Central MN Youth for Christ Phone: 507-373-1015 116 West Clark Street Fax: 507-373-1007 Albert Lea, MN 56007 email: staff@scmyfc.org
CONFIDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION
Type or use black ink only Location applying for: _____________________________________
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT: Position applying for: ______________________________________
Name of Applicant: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Last Name First Name Middle Name
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TO BE COMPLETED BY REFERENCE:
The YFC Acceptance Committee would appreciate a confidential statement from you concerning the applicant named above, evaluating his/her ability to undertake Christian ministry and his/her potential as a Christian leader. Please complete and return in the envelope provided.
SuperiorAbove
AverageAverage
Below
Average
Don't
KnowComments
Kindness & generosity
Moral integrity
Patience
Perseverance
Self-discipline
Willingness to oppose injustice
Desire to serve God
Spiritual influence on others
Spiritual maturity
Theological insight
Completes assigned tasks
Leadership potential
Plans ahead
Punctuality
Wise use of money
Wise use of time
Working with others
1. What are the applicant’s greatest strengths? (Be as specific as possible) ____________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. Have you any reason for lack of confidence in this applicant? _____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
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3. In your opinion, is the applicant suited to supervise others in the evangelism of youth? ________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please indicate whether your recommendation is given:
____Enthusiastically ____Strongly ____Fairly Strongly ____Without Enthusiasm ____With Reluctance
OTHER REMARKS __________________________________________________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Signature Address __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Position __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Date
CONFIDENTIAL Do Not return to applicant. Please send this statement directly to: South Central MN Youth for Christ Phone: 507-373-1015 116 West Clark Street Fax: 507-373-1007 Albert Lea, MN 56007 email: staff@scmyfc.org
CONFIDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION
Type or use black ink only Location applying for: _____________________________________
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT: Position applying for: ______________________________________
Name of Applicant: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Last Name First Name Middle Name
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TO BE COMPLETED BY REFERENCE:
The YFC Acceptance Committee would appreciate a confidential statement from you concerning the applicant named above, evaluating his/her ability to undertake Christian ministry and his/her potential as a Christian leader. Please complete and return in the envelope provided.
SuperiorAbove
AverageAverage
Below
Average
Don't
KnowComments
Kindness & generosity
Moral integrity
Patience
Perseverance
Self-discipline
Willingness to oppose injustice
Desire to serve God
Spiritual influence on others
Spiritual maturity
Theological insight
Completes assigned tasks
Leadership potential
Plans ahead
Punctuality
Wise use of money
Wise use of time
Working with others
1. What are the applicant’s greatest strengths? (Be as specific as possible) ____________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. Have you any reason for lack of confidence in this applicant? _____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
3. In your opinion, is the applicant suited to supervise others in the evangelism of youth? ________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please indicate whether your recommendation is given:
____Enthusiastically ____Strongly ____Fairly Strongly ____Without Enthusiasm ____With Reluctance
OTHER REMARKS __________________________________________________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Signature Address __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Position __________________________________________ ______________________________________________ Date
CONFIDENTIAL Do Not return to applicant. Please send this statement directly to: South Central MN Youth for Christ Phone: 507-373-1015 116 West Clark Street Fax: 507-373-1007 Albert Lea, MN 56007 email: staff@scmyfc.org