What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adventure Manager position at The Salvation Army Central Territory?
THE SALVATION ARMY
North and Central Illinois Division
Wonderland Camp and
Conference Center
POSITION TITLE : Adventure Manager / Senior Counselor
LOCATION / DEPT : Wonderland Camp and Conference Center
REPORTS TO : Assistant Director - Programs
FLSA CATEGORY : Exempt
STATUS TYPE : TFT
Seasonal Position : May 19, 2025 - July 18, 2025 (opportunity for extended employment through August 17th)
OUTCOMES
The Adventure Manager will provide professional and safety-oriented instruction and lead facilitation of the Adventure Program. Working with their Assistants, the employee will provide an unforgettable experience for the participant. The Manager is also responsible for providing an outdoor Living team building experience with a Christian message.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Administration
- Conduct adventure program orientation during general staff training. Work with Camp Leadership in planning this orientation.
- Assume responsibility for supervision and instruction or program skill area skills.
- Coordinate program with Adventure Program Assistant to develop relational goals and objectives.
- Work cooperatively with Unit Leaders, Counselors and Assistants in implementing the Adventure Program with a focus on team building.
- Prepare lesson plans and delegate responsibility to counselors taking part in adventure Program activities.
- Maintain program area daily (ropes, harnesses, helmets, nuts, bolts, cables, fasteners, tensioners, trails and storage area) for cleanliness, care, organization and safety.
- Attend to pre-camp preparation of all equipment and materials for the adventure program.
- Prepare and inventory prior to storage of all equipment and materials. Submit a list of purchase needs for the fourth-coming summer.
- Obtain approval for all program purchases.
- Plan rainy day activities for your program area.
- Assist in preparation and implementation of evening programs.
- Assist with maintaining assigned lodging (lights out, doors locked, curfew compliance, cleaning schedule, camp guidelines and prayer time.
- Complete accident reports for any accidents involving campers and staff.
- Complete Daily Usage Logs for all adventure program aspects as required by ACA.
Camper Interaction
Other Duties
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
This position reports to the Activities Director.
In contacts related to this position's duties this individual act as a representative of the Army and its mission.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as the timeliness, accuracy and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
COMPENTENCIES
POSITION LIMITATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
DOING THE MOST GOOD
Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? The Salvation Army is the fourth largest charity in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need. We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people. Join us in making a difference.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and / or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
