Summer Team Roles 

Each and every role at SAMBICA plays a part in creating an extraordinary experience for thousands of campers each summer! Like the body of Christ, each team walks in collective unity while fulfilling unique responsibilities. In addition to specific team responsibilities, every staff member also participates in all staff meetings on Sundays and Fridays, a weekly small group, weekly camp cleanup, and once a week dish duty. During our 4 weeks of overnight camp, all staff participate in roles in the evenings to facilitate an exhilaratingly fun and meaningful experience for our campers. 

Summer Team Roles

The Camp Care Team glorifies Christ by maintaining excellence on the SAMBICA grounds and facilities. Camp Care members work as a team to clean spaces, enhance the beauty and functionality of camp, and cover the camp in prayer.  

The Counseling Team experiences the joy of shepherding a new group of campers each week. Counselors play alongside their campers in every activity throughout the day and have the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with the kids as they point them to Jesus.

The Creative Team encompasses the roles of Photographer, Videographer, and Marketing Specialist. Through collaboration, this team captures the ins and outs of camp and shares those memories with parents and staff.

The Kitchen Team works together to prepare and serve delicious meals for campers and staff every day!  Members of this team must be willing to learn the craft of cooking, serve on their feet, and bring a strong work ethic to the kitchen. Professional cooking experience is helpful but not required. 

The Medics care for the health and treatment of all of our campers! They dispense medication, give First Aid, and communicate medical issues with parents and staff. EMT Certification, LPN Certification, or other experience in healthcare is preferred.  

The Office Team is the front line of customer service and parent communication at camp. They tactfully and joyfully navigate parent interactions, respond to questions and concerns over phone and email, facilitate registration of campers, and assist in camper drop-off and pick-up.

The Program Team brings energy and excitement to camp through creativity as they plan and execute activities, Rally, and Gospel-centered programming! This role requires a personality that thrives being onstage, thinking outside the box, and working collaboratively.  

The Ropes Team encourages campers to conquer their fears and challenge themselves to new heights on SAMBICA’s Ropes Course, Flying Squirrel, and Vertical Play Pen! They maintain the safety, fun, and adventure of the ropes activities.

The Sam’s Team creates a lively and welcoming atmosphere at the camp store, Sam’s Place! These team members stock the store, tend the register, make desserts, interact with lots of campers, and work in an energetic environment.  

The Special Operations Team wears a variety of hats during each day. They will run daily activities and field games for campers, assist in early camper pick ups, help cover cabins, and support Sam's Place. Adaptability and a willingness to jump in where needed is recommended!

The Waterfront Team supervises the fun and safety of the many exciting activities on the lake! They serve as a dual role of boat driving and lifeguarding. Training is provided but prior experience is also encouraged. Limited High School aged lifeguard positions are available.

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Leadership Team

Members of the SAMBICA Leadership team supervise different areas of camp and care for the physical and spiritual well-being of the team members they oversee. They must be spiritually mature, service-minded, and strong leaders among their peers. Each leadership member has the unique opportunity for mentorship from the Full-Time Team. All Leadership Team members must be college-aged or older.

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The Camp Care Supervisor directs the Camp Care Team as they maintain the beauty of camp. They delegate tasks, help with cleaning responsibilities, and play a vital role in ministering to their team members. They must be flexible, have a fun-loving attitude, a passion for service, and be attentive to detail.  

The Counseling Supervisors work together to lead the Counseling Team through relational support and practical equipping. They give direction to counselors, assist with challenging camper situations, communicate with parents, perform administrative tasks, and have eyes for all areas of camp! They must be organized, adaptable, effective communicators, and have prior experience working with children, parents, and college-aged adults. 

The Kitchen Supervisor works with the Head Chef and utilizes their organizational and creative skills to prepare, cook, and serve quality meals to the staff and campers throughout the summer. They are responsible for the efficiency and cleanliness of the kitchen and have the joy of ministering to the Kitchen Team and encouraging them as they grow in their faith and kitchen skills.  

The Program Supervisor creatively leads the Program Team in building the structure of Rally, night programming, and a variety of other activities. They minister to the Program Team both individually and holistically as they seek to highlight the unique strengths of their team members and guide the different brainstorming and planning sessions!  

The store supervisor will lead a team of 4 people and manage Sam's Place for the summer. It involves ordering product, restocking the store, and ensuring campers enjoy Sam's Place as a special place at camp. 
The Spec Ops Supervisor leads the most flexible and variable team at camp. It consists of members who have the opportunity to serve in many areas of camp where they get to lead games, serve meals, support the office, and more. The supervisor coordinates with different teams around camp and should be able to think creatively about engaging in the variety of responsibilities! 

The Waterfront Supervisor works closely with the Waterfront Director to organize daily operations such as waterfront safety and activity scheduling. They shepherd and motivate the Waterfront Team (Lifeguards, Boat Drivers, and Dock Hands) to provide detailed care and supervision for our staff at campers during all water related activities!  

The High School Camp Supervisor works to oversee and lead the high school camp counselors and participants. With one supervisor, this role is right between being a "boss" and a "counselor". They supervise  participants through service, discipleship, and play.