SUMMER VOLUNTEER

Summer volunteering is a way you can be a part of the ministry at SBR and engage in a dynamic, Christ-centered community. Summer volunteers are short-term unpaid staff. You can choose to serve in a variety of camp areas, such as kitchen, wrangler, challenge course, tech, or as a counselor (position information below). All lodging and meals are provided. Volunteers also have the chance to participate in staff activities, chapels, and outdoor fun.

Please review the following documents below before you apply:
Doctrinal Statement
Summer Staff and Volunteer Manual
Counselor Manual (Counselors Only)

 

Applications open on January 1st!

Volunteer Requirements:

  • Have accepted Jesus Christ as savior, evidenced by a consistent, Christ-honoring life

  • Have completed 8th grade

  • Be a positive contribution to the staff team both in attitude and performance.

  • Be healthy and capable of hard work

  • Agree with the SBR Doctrinal Statement.

Please note: a criminal background check is required on an annual basis for those 18 years of age or older (at the time of application) to be considered for any position.

Available Positions:

  • LIFEGUARDS - Duties include all water activities: beach, skiing/tubing, kayaking, river rafting/tubing, and specialty breakfasts. Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid certification required.

  • CHALLENGE COURSE - You will be involved with the running of the climbing wall, zip-line, Leap of Faith, as well as the archery and BB gun range. Training will be provided for all activities. Any experience is welcome, but not required.

  • KITCHEN - Help with food prep and assist kitchen staff. Includes all aspects of food service. Previous experience preferred, but not required.

  • WRANGLERS - Work consists of grooming, feeding, and taking care of the horses, as well as leading trail rides. Previous experience with horses is preferred.

  • DISH ROOM/DINING HALL – Wash and put away dishes after each meal. Maintain cleanliness of the Dining Hall.

  • CANTEEN - Sell items at and clean the Canteen, Coffee Bar, and Trading Post

  • HOUSEKEEPING - Help maintain the physical properties of Silver Birch Ranch which involves cleaning and supplying everyday needs.

  • MAINTENANCE - Help maintain the physical properties of Silver Birch Ranch, consisting of garbage runs, maintenance projects, and other camp needs.

  • TECH - Assist with the technical needs of the summer program, i.e., photos, videos, sound, and presentation. Experience in these areas is helpful but not required.

These positions require a willingness to work where needed and as needed. Skills can be learned on the job (except Lifeguarding). These summer volunteer positions are key to the ministry of SBR.

ADDITIONAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE DURING YOUTH CAMPS:

  • NURSE/DOCTOR – Provides medical support, distributes medications and gives first aid to campers and support staff, and makes data entry of medications and care given. We are looking for LPNs, RNs, PAs, NPs, EMTs or MDs. Requirements; CPR Pro, First Aid, must be 18+ years old.

  • COUNSELORS/ASSISTANT COUNSELORS - Main responsibility is to demonstrate God's love for campers and aid the campers in taking the next step in their spiritual journey. Counselors must be 18+ years of age. Assistant counselors must be in high school and at least 2 years older than the group they are counseling. Please read the Counselor Manual before requesting to be a counselor.