Summer Staff
Beginning in the summer of 2002, Won By One To Jamaica began hosting mission teams focused primarily on youth groups from all over the country. Because the weekly program & activities are more developed than a typical trip during other times of the year, up to 10 Summer Staff will have the opportunity to help facilitate this ministry throughout the summer.
Each year we accept qualified college students who are willing to commit to 12 weeks of ministry in Harmons. Summer Staff will be serving both the community of Harmons and the student teams who come to work.
Summer Staff FAQ
What are requirements to be eligible for Summer Staff?
1. Have at least one week of prior missions experience in Harmons.
2. Be at least one year out of high school.
3. Completed application and three references must be received.
4. Complete a personel interview.
If one is accepted, a minimum amount of $2000 must be raised to help cover summer expenses.
The minimum amount you must raise will cover: roundtrip airfare to Montego Bay; transportation for the summer, all meals in Harmons and travel days; construction materials; accommodation in Harmons and in Ocho Rios; expenses related to the Summer Staff mid-summer retreat.
If more than $2000 is raised, you have the option of donating all or part of it to Won By One To Jamaica, banking it for a future trip, or receiving that amount at the end of the summer.
What Summer Staff positions need to be filled?
A few major positions include: Assistant to the Director, Spiritual Formation Leader, Worship Leader, Store Manager, Work Site Coordinator, Hospitality Coordinator, Community Outreach Coordinator.
Summer Staff will be involved in a variety of activities including programming, facilitating work projects, organizing intentional ministry opportunities, working closely with community members, developing personal ministry with Jamaicans, and assuring that student groups are receiving the highest quality of service. Therefore, it is crucial that we have Staff that are committed to excellence, self starters, highly motivated and committed to Christ.
Will there be full-time Won By One To Jamaica Staff in Harmons?
Yes. Josh Shaffer (and family) and Loyd Jackson (and family) will live in Harmons and direct the project throughout the summer.
What are the dates for a Summer Staff position?
Because summer trips begin and end on Sundays, the dates can fluxiate slightly from summer to summer. This summer will begin with a Staff retreat near the end of May. The Staff will then fly directly to Jamaica for a time of orientation. The first of nine teams will arrive on Monday, June 7 with the final team leaving on August 9. We will have 2-3 days of debreifing before returning home.
Orientation week will be dedicated to job orientation, re-acclimation to Jamaican culture, preparing for the student groups, and team building.
What type of personal ministry will I be involved with while in Jamaica?
Besides facilitating ministry opportunities for students, each Summer Staff member is required to spend an extensive amount of time with a local Jamaican in a mentoring relationship.
Now What?
Pray
Download and complete the Summer Staff Application. Attach or embed a picture and mail or email it to the Won By One To Jamaica office.
Distribute the Summer Staff Reference Forms (along with stamped envelopes addressed to Won By One To Jamaica) to the following:
1. Spiritual Mentor (someone who is presently involved in your spiritual life).
2. Past Employer (even if it was a volunteer position).
3. Peer (someone who knows you well).
Be sure to write your name at the top of the Reference Forms.
Do not send Reference Forms to relatives or boyfriends/girlfriends.
Additional information packet
After your completed application and three references forms are received, we will arrange a time and place for the personal interview.