Get Paid to Play!

Are you self-motivated, fun-loving, and enjoy being outside? Do you have lots of energy and think kids are great? Camp John Knox may be the place for you this summer. We are looking to hire enthusiastic folks who love working with children in an outdoor environment. We are currently accepting applications for counselors and certified lifeguards.

Located on the shores of Watts Bar Lake, John Knox Center provides a unique and natural setting for people to get away from the stress of everyday life and experience a time of Sabbath. Surrounded by God's creation, children and adults have abundant opportunities to grow and learn. Established in 1960, thousands consider camp their home away from home.

John Knox Center is also the home of the River Ridge Environmental Education Program. Established in 1994, River Ridge is a top education facility offering hands on programs for a variety of grade levels and sizes.

JKC Mission:

Provide a quality Christian experience that:

• Builds up the community of faith
• Strengthens Christians of all ages
• Leads people to a new relationship with Jesus Christ
• Celebrates God's gifts of nature and fellowship

The folks we hire are more than just staff; they are great leaders, friends, and role models of the Christian life. We provide your housing, food, plus a competitive salary. The summer begins with Staff Education. With most weekends off and family work atmosphere, you can’t beat living in one of the most beautiful places in East Tennessee.

If you have any questions about this outstanding job opportunity click here or call Bri Payne, Program Director at (865) 376-2236.

Recreation

CJK is locate in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, one hour from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Opportunities for rafting, hiking, climbing, kayking, canoeing, caving, and much more surround our area.

“Summer Camp ROCKS at John Knox!”

Room and Board

Housing options: Cabin

Staff live in lakefront cabins on Watts Bar Lake (the Tennessee River). Laundry facilities on-site. Three delicious family-style meals served in Dining Hall.

Benefits

Wages are $165/wk plus lake front housing, great meals while on duty, most weekends off, and a six day break at July 4th. Two hour break each day.

Transportation Info

We provide an airport/bus shuttle to/from camp to the (Knoxville) McGee-Tyson Airport or Knoxville Grayhound station.

How to Apply

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Please print the application found on our website and return completed application to:

Bri Payne, Program Director
John Knox Center
591 W. Rockwood Ferry Road
Ten Mile, TN 37880
Phone (865) 376-2236
Fax (865) 376-1719

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