Leader & Guide Info

Work as a Leaders or Guide!

At each Serve Boldly location, teams of 2-5 staff ensure a quality service and accompaniment experience for participants during their service trip. They work with adult leaders of the participating groups to create an environment that allows youth to do God’s work in the community.

Leader applicants must be college graduates/a minimum of 4 years of post-high school experience at the start of the summer. Qualified applicants include alumni of outdoor ministry staff, seminarians/graduate students, youth ministry professionals, and/or teachers.
Guide applicants must be at least two years out of high school and have experience with independent living.

Leaders and Guides stay overnight at the housing site during the work week and receive 2-3 hours off daily. The salary range for Leaders & Guides is $600-$1,000 per week, based on position and incentives.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

3-week employment minimum (1 week of paid training & 2 weeks of program leadership).
Paid training includes online sessions (12 hrs total) and a weekend of in-person training in Wisconsin. Staff contracted for June dates will depart to assigned communities immediately following training.
3-week to 7-week employment opportunities are available. Contract length varies based on location.
Pediatric & Adult CPR, First Aid, and AED Certifications are required for Leaders & Guides.
ServSafe Food Handler Training is paid for and required for all Serve Boldly Staff.
Referral Incentives are taxable and paid at the end of August.

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WELCOME STATEMENT
God’s diverse creation includes you. NO MATTER WHAT. You are welcome at Water's Edge Ministries and we will work with you to create a safe and welcoming space for you and your loved ones.

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Since 1938, Water's Edge Ministries (formerly Green Lake Lutheran Ministries) has enriched the lives and leadership skills of countless people — and that includes our year-round, seasonal, and summer staff! Read our organizational profile to get a view of GLLM's ministry. If you enjoy working closely with others, sharing the life-changing love of Jesus, spending time in vibrant settings of community and creation and are open to new experiences, please join us!

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