Full Time Missionary Staff

Why are they called Missionary Staff?

Camp has chosen to call our full-time staff missionaries because most raise their support as a home missionary. This is what many of our current staff has done, and continue to do. Camp Id-Ra-Ha-Je, itself, is a non-profit organization, and depends on gifts from people like you to keep the ministry going. If the Lord is leading you to become a part of the Lord's work here at Camp, please look into the available positions. However, you do not need to become full-time to contribute to Camp. You could contribute by supporting Camp,or a staff member, or volunteer your time and skills. Wherever the Lord leads you, we hope you will get involved in the exciting ministry of Camp Id-Ra-Ha-Je.

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Spiritual Qualifications:

  • Conversion – definite evidence of a personal experience of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, and recognition of His Lordship in every aspect of life and service.
  • A conviction of divine direction to Christian service in obedience to the Great Commission of our Lord and genuine love and concern for the lost souls of men.
  • Acceptance of the authority and trustworthiness of the Scriptures and a willingness to subscribe to the organization’s statement of faith.
  • Demonstrate dependence upon God in faith and prayer as a means of guidance in supplying all needs for both the individual and the organization.
  • Refrain from conduct that is looked upon by consecrated Christians with disfavor.
  • Must be Spirit-filled. Galatians 5:22-23 reads, “But the fruit of the spirit is love joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.” A person with a problem will turn to a counselor who knows God. He will choose someone he knows, someone he likes and respects. He will most likely seek help from someone who indicates an interest in counseling, someone he feels is competent and who observes professional ethics. These are the basic tools of counseling.
  • Must be wise. The qualifications in James 3:17 complete the list, “But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.”
  • Must exhibit spiritual maturity:
  • In his walk with the Lord.
  • In his assurance and confidence in the Bible and in Christ as his Savior.
  • Must display a genuine interest in others:
  • With real compassion for those with whom he ministers.
  • With thorough sincerity.
  • While employed at Camp Id-Ra-Ha-Je, staff will not be allowed to teach about or speak in tongues. I Corinthians 13:8-10; 14:19, 23,24.

Physical Qualifications:

  • A strong, healthy constitution.
  • Evidence of emotional and mental stability, abstaining from habits that destroy the physical body (drugs, alcoholic beverages, tobacco).

General Qualifications:

  • Humility and willingness to serve and to take orders from others.
  • Adaptability to new situations and conscientious in all matters of work and spiritual life.
  • Patience and perseverance under trials. A cooperative spirit and willingness to work with others.
  • A sense of humor reflecting optimism rather than pessimism.
  • Willingness to follow the spirit and policy of “Promoting Unity and Subscribing to Policies.”
  • Ability to look at a problem objectively.
  • Enthusiasm.
  • Cheerfulness – the joy of the Lord.
  • A love of nature and outdoor living.
  • Initiative – ability to be a “self-starter.”
  • Capacity to keep confidences confidential.
  • Ability to listen.
  • Neatness in clothing, manners, and habits.
  • Ability to understand the needs of the campers and the Camp ahead of personal desires.
  • Interest in contributing to the achievement of the objectives of Camp.
  • Particular skills and abilities for the specific responsibilities they are to carry out.
  • Ability to work as a member of a group.

General Responsibilities of Staff:

  • Demonstrate a balanced Christian walk to the other staff and campers.
  • Obey all Camp rules and regulations.
  • Perform tasks other than those assigned, with a servant’s heart.
  • Cooperate with all staff members.
  • Help keep grounds presentable.
  • Attend required staff meetings.