STAFF & VOLUNTEERS
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There are many ways to be part of the family here at SABC! The community of staff at SABC is an integral part of what makes us great- From our year round, to volunteers, to our summer camp staff! If you have any questions as you go through the process please email staffing@sabc.ca
There are also opportunities to volunteer year round with projects - email info@sabc.ca to see where you could fit in!
We look forward to the gathering of our team for next summer and how God will bring his people together for an incredible adventure! Our 2024 Spring and Summer Staff applications are open NOW!
Join the Spring Leadership Team at SABC! Be prepared to be stretched in your leadership, to build friendships and accountability, to personally and corporately grow in your faith and seek God’s direction for the summer. This team becomes a tight amazing family that together prepares for summer camp, staff leadership and works to fundraise a portion of their pay. (FP means these are Fundraised/Paid positions)
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CABIN CIRCLE DIRECTORS (LODGESIDE, LAKESIDE, HILLSIDE) (FP)The Cabin Circle Directors will be responsible for the care and supervision of their campers and cabin leader team, seeking to provide an excellent, gospel-focused, safe, fun and extraordinary camp experience. CCD's assist with the readying of Camp in the spring and/or hosting Guest Group Rentals (includes activities/cleaning/programming/dishes and more). |
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FORT DIRECTORS (FP)Our Fort camps are run at a separate site on our property, independent from the Travers Lodgeside program. The majority of the program at the Fort takes place outdoors, and the campers look forward to the different pace and setting. The Fort Directors are responsible for the care and supervision of their campers and staff team, seeking to provide an excellent, gospel-focused, safe, fun, and extraordinary camp experience. Fort Director's assist with the readying of Camp in the spring and/or hosting Guest Group Rentals (includes activities/cleaning/programming/dishes and more). |
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FORT KITCHEN DIRECTOR (FP)The Fort Kitchen Director is primarily responsible for managing the Fort kitchen - including preparing meals and snacks for campers and staff, ordering food and supplies and keeping track of inventory for the Fort, as well as collaborating in Fort life, creating and maintaining a godly, positive and productive working environment as they lead their team of adult volunteers(typically 2 each week). This role receives training under the Executive and Sous Chef for the first 9 weeks of spring. Food Safety Certificate is an asset but will be provided if necessary. |
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GROUNDS DIRECTORS (FP)The Grounds Directors are responsible for maintaining the site grounds and participate in grounds construction activities while encouraging and equipping their team with excellence and a passion for pursuing Christ through serving. This is a ministry role that partners with with the RD's and other Ministry Directors in building relationships and furthering spiritual growth through coming alongside students in their day to day roles at camp. |
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KITCHEN CREW DIRECTORS (FP)The Kitchen Crew Directors aid our Executive and Sous Chef in planning and preparing the meals and snacks for our campers and staff. This is a ministry role that partners with with the RD's and other Ministry Directors in building relationships and furthering spiritual growth through coming alongside students in their day to day roles at camp. The Kitchen Crew Directors are trained under our Executive and Sous Chefs and have a hands on role through the spring in the preparation of food for our guest groups. Food Safety Certificate is an asset but will be provided if necessary. |
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MEDIA DIRECTOR (FP)The Media Director will oversee, plan and direct the media and communication of the summer. They will work under the Communications Director and with a team of coordinators and summer support staff. They will be responsible for all video and photography for both Fort and Lodgeside - for daily and weekly highlight videos. This is a ministry role that partners with with the RD's and other Ministry Directors in building relationships and furthering spiritual growth through coming alongside students in their day to day roles at camp. The Media Director will also assist other Directors through the spring in preparing other media and communication pieces for chapels, games etc. |
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RESIDENT DIRECTORS (FP)The Resident Directors are responsible to walk alongside and develop the personal and spiritual growth in the lives of SABC's support staff(age 14-17) through staff devo's, chapels, activities, relationship building and intentional mentorship. They will partner with other Ministry Directors in building relationships and furthering spiritual growth through coming alongside students in their day to day roles at camp. RD's assist with the readying of Camp in the spring and/or hosting Guest Group Rentals (includes activities/cleaning/programming/dishes and more). |
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TELEIOS DIRECTORS (FP)Teleios is SABC's leadership training program. Teleios Directors will seek to disciple and train high school students(grade10-11) in faith, leadership and service, helping to raise up a new generation of Christian leaders. These Directors are immersed into life with students through intentionally prepared sessions, mentorship, GDA's (team building), service and more. The Teleios Directors assist with the readying of Camp in the spring and/or hosting Guest Group Rentals (includes activities/cleaning/programming/dishes and more). |
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WASH CREW DIRECTORS (FP)The Wash Crew Directors are responsible to lead the Wash crew in maintaining a clean facility while encouraging and equipping their team with excellence and a passion for pursuing Christ through serving. This is a ministry role that partners with with the RD's and other Ministry Directors in building relationships and furthering spiritual growth through coming alongside students in their day to day roles at camp. The Wash Crew Directors have a hands on role through the spring for our guest groups in the cleaning and turning over of the building. |
This is a life-changing experience as you spend each week with campers of various ages playing games, running activities, having great conversations, singing crazy camp songs and learning awesome stories in chapel! Spend the summer in our Cabin Circle Camps - we know it will be a summer full of growing in your faith, creating authentic community and sharing the Gospel with campers! Opportunities in both Fundraised/paid positions and volunteer!
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Cabin Leader (FP) (V)This team of staff are the building blocks of the Cabin Circle camps, on the front line of the mission field at SABC. Each week you will have the opportunity to walk every day with excellence, demonstrating the love of Christ and teaching the Gospel to children through play, chapels, relationships and more. Our Cabin Leaders must be graduating or have graduated high school. (2-10 week positions available - in order to qualify for a paid/fundraised position you must attend 2 weeks training and be in a cabin a minimum of 4 weeks). |
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Jr. Cabin Leader (V)This crew comes alongside the cabin leader, learning and sharing in the opportunity to demonstrate the love of Christ and teach the Gospel to children through play, chapels, relationships and more. For students who are in Gr. 10 or 11, preference given to students who have completed Teleios leadership training program. Note: Our Jr. Cabin Leaders may also be scheduled in other support role areas as needed in the summer. |
This extraordinary team of young adults lead and assist all over summer camp, whether in the middle of a Cabin Circle Camp or behind the scenes and sometimes outside their regular job descriptions. A great way to experience a summer of faith building and leadership growth in a rich, fun community. Volunteer (V) and Fundraised/Paid (FP) positions available.
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Program Coordinators (FP)The Program Coordinator Team will bring the fun to our Cabin Circle Camps with excellence, organization and intentionality. They will work with the Program Director and CCD's in executing the summer schedule including programming, activities, wide games, theme meals and communicating on the preparation, equipment and training of other activity leaders. They will give leadership to a team of program support staff in personal growth and in executing activities. This team will also be our lead hosts for programming and care of our guest groups in the spring. This is a 16 week position. |
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Camp Health Coordinators (FP)These two people work under our full-time staff health liaison, and coordinate with all the staff teams to ensure the health and safety of all campers and staff. Note: this role was previously called ‘camp nurse’ - the responsibilities of this position are a mix of outdoor first aid (injury assessment and care) and classic medical responsibilities (basic first aid and medication distribution). We are inviting nursing/medical students/professionals to apply and will provide additional first aid training for our camp environment. This is a 10 week position. |
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Dish Crew Coordinator (FP)The Dish Crew Coordinator is responsible for leading the Dish Crew in cleaning dishes, maintaining the cleanliness of the dish area, dining hall and resetting for meals. This is a ministry role that partners with with the RD's and other Ministry Directors in building relationships and furthering spiritual growth through coming alongside students in their day to day roles at camp. This is a 10 week position. |
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Fort Program Coordinator (FP)The Fort Program Coordinator will work with the Fort Directors in running the program at the Fortside of SABC - Leading games, assisting in activities, running meals and camper fun! This is a great opportunity to stretch your leadership skills, creativity and teamwork abilities all the while providing an engaging, fun and safe camp experience at the Fort. This person will also be part of our Program Coordinator team whom will be our lead hosts for programming and care of our guest groups in the spring. This is a 16 week position. |
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Media A/V Tech Coordinator (V)(FP)The AV Tech will work under the Communications Director and Media Director is responsible for the set up and execution of AV for chapels and all other media-related activities (sound, lighting, powerpoint, video, etc.) for both sites (Fort and Lodge). They will lead and mentor young media team members. This is an 11 week position. |
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MEDIA PHOTO/VIDEO COORDINATORS (V)(FP)The Photo/Video Coordinators will work under the Communications Director and Media Director. They will be responsible for all video and photography for both Fort and Lodgeside - with specific areas designated. These coordinators will work with the greater Media Team to create a unified team. This is a 4-8 week position. |
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Tuck Shop Coordinator (V) (FP)The Tuck Shop Coordinator will ensure that the Tuck Shop at both the Fort and Lodge are fully stocked and prepared for campers each day/week - snacks, candy and merchandise galore and create a sweet space for campers and staff to come and be known. The Tuck Shop Coordinator will also be prepared and intentional in stepping into other areas that require extra hands through the summer - potentially taking on a regular activity in the schedule. They will manage the take home packets for each week (bunk bags, cabin photo's etc) This is an 11 week position. |
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Waterfront Coordinator (FP)The Waterfront Coordinator will work in partnership with the Program Director and volunteer boat drivers in carrying out the summer program with a special focus on waterfront programming. They will be responsible for the leadership and discipleship of the Sr. and Jr. Lifeguard members of the Program Crew as well as the care and upkeep of the waterfront. Current First Aid and National Lifeguard Certification are Required. This person will also be part of our Program Coordinator team whom will be our lead hosts for programming and care of our guest groups in the spring. This is a 16 week position. |
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FORT LIFEGUARD/PROGRAM ASSISTANT(FP)The Fort Lifeguard/Program Assistant will function as the waterfront coordinator for the Fort as well as assist the Fort Program Coordinator and Fort Directors in running the program at the Fortside of SABC - assisting in games, activities, running meals and camper fun. Current First Aid and National Lifeguard Certification are Required. This is a 10 week position. |
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Worship Coordinator (FP)The Worship Coordinator will work with the Program Manager, Cabin Circle and Fort Directors, Chapel Teams and Media Director in creating worshipful chapels and campfires. They will equip and manage worship teams, assist the Fort and Staff chapels as needed, plan for chapel media and a/v needs, and encourage the spiritual growth of the staff and campers. This is an 11 week position. |
This incredible team of junior high and high school students assists and serves all over summer camp, whether working outside on grounds, inside cleaning, helping with activities, or in the kitchen. This is a great way to experience a summer of faith building and both personal and practical skill growth in a rich, fun community. Volunteer (V) Must be over 14.
JUNIOR SUPPORT STAFF ARE AT FULL CAPACITY. SUMMER 2025 APPLICATIONS OPEN DECEMBER
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Grounds Crew (V)Get Outside! The Grounds crew is an important part to maintaining the SABC grounds and facilities and are a part of our maintenance team. Enjoy working outdoors in a great team environment! |
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Kitchen Crew (V)Taste the Fun! Spend a piece of the summer serving with our fun and hard-working Kitchen team preparing meals and snacks for campers and staff at SABC! |
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Dish Crew (V)Wet and Wild! - This crew is found in the dish pit, often with music pumping as they serve campers by washing dishes, cleaning up the dining hall and setting up for meals! |
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Media Crew (V)Picture This! Be a part of capturing the fun and amazing moments of summer camp and sending them home with campers. A great opportunity to learn from other team members in both media and faith. |
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Program Crew (V)Bring the Fun! Be a part of the energetic team working to make sure that all the activities, games and program are safe, ready and AWESOME for campers! |
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Sr. Lifeguard(Program Crew) (V) (FP)Dive In! Working alongside the Waterfront Coordinator and Program Director, lifeguards will help create and keep a clean, organized and safe waterfront environment. Current First Aid and National Lifeguard Certification are Required. (2-8 week positions available - in order to qualify for a paid/fundraised position you must 16 , have your NL and be able to work 4 or more weeks) |
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Jr. Lifeguard(Program Crew) (V)Make a Splash! Assisting the Waterfront Coordinator and Senior Guards, Jr. Lifeguards will help create and keep a clean, organized and safe waterfront environment. They may also help prepare and run all the games, activities and other programming at camp, at the waterfront and elsewhere when the beach is not open. Bronze Cross/Medallion required. |
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Wash Crew (V)Make it Sparkle! This team of students keep SABC squeaky clean, create great spaces for campers to play and hear the Gospel and have a ton of fun doing it! |
This incredible team takes care of everything water related and makes sure everyone is safe. Whether you are fitting life jackets, spotting on a boat or guarding the beach, you are making a massive impact. This is a great way to get waterfront experience, join deep community and grow in your personal faith. Volunteer (V) Fundraised/Paid (FP)
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Waterfront Coordinator(FP)The Waterfront Coordinator will work in partnership with the Program Director and volunteer boat drivers in carrying out summer program with a special focus on waterfront programming. They will responsible for the leadership and discipleship of the Sr. and Jr. Lifeguard members of the Program Crew as well as the care and upkeep of the waterfront. Current First Aid and National Lifeguard Certification are Required. This person will also be part of our Program Coordinator team whom will be our lead hosts for programming and care of our guest groups in the spring. This is a 16 week position. |
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Jr. Lifeguards(Program Crew)Make a Splash! Assisting the Waterfront Coordinator and Senior Guards, Jr. Lifeguards will help create and keep a clean, organized and safe waterfront environment. They may also help prepare and run all the games, activities and other programming at camp, at the waterfront and elsewhere when the beach is not open. Bronze Cross/Medallion required. |
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Fort Lifeguard/Program Assistant Coordinator(FP)
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Be part of the amazing crew of volunteers working alongside our summer team all over summer camp - this could be driving a boat, helping in a kitchen, assisting our health care team and many other behind the scenes areas. A great way to be part of the mission of SABC and this rich, fun community.
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Adult VolunteerThroughout the summer we rely on volunteers to help with cooking, maintenance, nursing, groundskeeping and more! If you are interested in volunteering at camp for a week or two, or the whole summer we would love to hear from you. A volunteer application, references and criminal record check are required for all volunteers. We want to get to know you! For more information, please call the camp office or email us at staffing@sabc.ca |
