Spark'Dwell Summer Staff Application
The Summer Staff Position: 

A Spark'Dwell Summer intern will be responsible for communicating with service teams and community leaders, she/he/they will help organize the art of ministry during short-term service experience weeks, and will provide leadership with logistical organization and curriculum for Spark'Dwell's summer 2024 programming.


Application Details: 

The Spark'Dwell Summer Staff application is due by Tuesday, February 20. You can expect to receive an email to set-up an interview within a week after the application deadline.

The application asks several short-answer questions. These questions can be answered in one well-written paragraph. 

The application also asks you to supply one character references. Spark'Dwell reserves the right to contact these references. Please make sure these individuals know that we may contact them to discuss your application.

If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Amber Harris or Rev. Emily Harkins Norris at SparkDwell@theDwellingWS.org
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Email *
Full Name *
Date of Birth *
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Street Address including City, State and Zip Code *
Cell Phone *
Current Year in School *
I have previously attended Spark'Dwell as a camper? *
Tshirt Size *
What is your involvement in school, community, a faith community, etc? *
Why do you want to work with Spark'Dwell? *
Describe your experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or addiction. What makes you passionate about this work. (It's ok if you have not yet engaged with this community.) *
What role does the Holy Spirit play in service with our neighbor? How do you feel the Spirit's movement as you participate in justice work? *
Review the job responsibilities for our summer staff members:

Job Responsibilities:

Provides leadership during short-term service experience weeks, including overnight supervision for groups at the host site.

Maintains a present demeanor and attitude with middle and high school students as they serve, reflect and grow spiritually.

Engages with community leaders to think creatively and equitably about service.

Organizes logistical material for groups; schedules, curriculum before and after service.

Provides leadership and support at service sites.

Communicates with The Dwelling Lead Pastor and SPARK’s Executive Director and community with sensitivity, boldness, and grace.

Assists in building Spark'Dwell's case for support through photos and documenting.

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What experiences or skills do you have that would make you an effective member of our team? *
Do you have any musical talents you're willing to use at Spark'Dwell? (vocals, guitar, piano, etc) If yes, please explain. *
Case Study: You are a member of summer staff for Spark'Dwell. Each Monday you lead a group through a poverty simulation. As part of this simulation, one or two individuals with lived experience of homelessness accompany the group. At, Spark'Dwell we call these folks "Dwelling Counselors." These Dwelling Counselors serve as guides during the simulation, helping the group navigate bus routes and social services. As you walk by the bus station, a man yells at your Dwelling Counselor: "Hey man, what are you doing with all those kids? I wouldn't trust you with no one." Your counselor yells back: "Get the hell away. These are my kids." Later, as you walk by a group of women having lunch, the guide makes an inappropriate comment about a woman's breasts. Most of the youth and adult chaperones hear both of these comments. How would you respond to this situation? Keep in mind that these Monday experiences are the first time our campers and their adult chaperones get the opportunity to interact with our Dwelling counselors. (If you have seen this case study before and served on summer staff previously, please share a memorable pilgrimage that you were able to feel personal growth.)
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Please list the email address of your character reference. *
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