Staff Reference Form

NOTE FROM JOURNEY QUEST: The nature of the ministry of Journey Quest requires that we have mature, dependable, and spiritually minded staff. We do not expect them to be perfect, and we are excited to help them grow and make personal improvements. It is our mission to make disciples by building Biblical qualities into our staff’s lives. We are concerned that the people who come to Journey Quest see Christ through the lifestyle that each staff member portrays. Be objective in completing this form and submit it directly to us.

Please leave blank any questions you feel unqualified to answer. Your information will be held in strict confidence.

    Applicant Information

    Applicant's Name:

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    Applicant's Email:

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    Reference's Information

    Your Name:

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    Your Email:

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    Daytime Phone:

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    Mailing Address:

    City:

    State:

    Zip/Postal Code:

    Occupation:

    Relationship to Applicant:

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    Reference Questions

    1. How long and under what conditions have you known this person?

    2. Is the person a Christian? If so, for approximately how long?

    3. Does the person appear to be growing in his/her Christian experience?
    If so, what are some examples of the growth that you see?

    4. Does the person take an active interest in Christian service?
    If so, what are some examples?

    5. Please describe the person’s spiritual life and Christian testimony among peers and community:

    6. What are the person’s strong points?

    7. Does the person have any traits that you feel might hinder the effectiveness of an outdoor ministry?

    8. Are you recommending the person because of what he/she can do for our program or for what we can do for him/her, or both?

    9. Would you want your own child or teenager to be placed under the direct supervision of this person?

    10. In your opinion, does the person have the desire and/or abilities to work with young people in a camp setting? Please explain:

    11. What are the person’s special abilities or talents?

    12. Please rate the applicant on each of the following areas:

    a. Leadership Ability

    b. Communications Skills

    c. Ability to Deal with Conflict

    d. Initiative / Self Starting

    e. Punctuality

    f. Enthusiasm

    g. Response to Authority

    h. Dependability

    i. Teachability

    j. Willingness to Serve

    k. Spiritual Maturity

    l. Physical Fitness

    m. Office Skills

    n. Mechanical Skills

    13. Additional Comments:

    Certification

     

    I certify that these statements are true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that my responses will be held in strict confidence and will not be shared with the applicant.

    E-Signature:

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