What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cabin Counselor-Female position at The Salvation Army Central Territory?
Position Summary: The Cabin Counselor oversees a group of children, working with them, colleagues, and staff to provide a safe and meaningful summer camp experience in a Christian environment.
Essential Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Computer Skills:
Certificates and Licenses:
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage 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 to apply.
Mission Statement: The Salvation Army is an international movement, an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, and our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Welcomes and settles campers for each session
- Educates on personal cleanliness, dress code, sun and insect protection
- Serves as an example of respect at all times
- Takes note of announcements
- Assists in teaching activities as needed
- Ensures proper rest for campers, encourages sleep and punctuality
- Led the cabin group on dining hall procedures, cabin cleanliness, meal cookouts, overnight camp outs, group activities and nightly devotions
- Serves as spotters at lakefront as needed
- Plans activities for the cabin group on rainy days unless otherwise programmed
- Checks out cabin group on each camp closing day
- Cleans and sanitizes showers, bathrooms, and dorm area daily
- Completes daily reports and shares concerns with Program Director or local leaders
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
- Age 18 or older
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Previous experience working with children preferred
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
Computer Skills:
- BASIC computer skills required
Certificates and Licenses:
- Complete Safe From Harm training and keep current
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage 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 to apply.
Mission Statement: The Salvation Army is an international movement, an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, and our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
