Summer Day Camp Counselor (Porter County)

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.

Starting Pay: $15.00

Job Description:

Organize and prepare materials daily. Lead students enrolled in programs for the Salvation Army Day Camp while ensuring that the mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare daily activities and lessons to ensure a positive experience for all campers.
• Gather daily supplies as needed for each day’s lesson plan. Make sure all equipment is ready for the activity and is properly cleaned and stored at the conclusion of the activity or day.
• Adequately communicate with all colleagues, campers, and supervisors.
• Correspond with camper’s parents/guardians, keeping them informed of the camp activities and their child’s participation.
• Be sure that areas in Corps are neat, clean, and in good repair.
• Assist with all camper daily check-in duties and record all late arrivals and early pickups.
• Lead and participate in all functions of summer programs; for example - recreation, meals, snacks, crafts, etc.
• Train children in proper care and use of games, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with The Salvation Army’s Safe From Harm program guidelines.
• Assist in emergencies and fill out reports; accordingly, report incidents and /or accidents to Program Director.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with clients, students, co-workers, and supervisors. This includes, but is not limited to, such actions as: conflict resolution in a professional manner; courteous treatment of staff, visitors, and students; respect of others’ property and person; as well as professional and appropriate communication to and about students, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Provide a positive, encouraging, and uplifting attitude toward campers, counselors, and all summer program participants.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Previous work with youth activities is desirable. Familiar with philosophies, standards, and methods developed in The Salvation Army, and model traditional Christian values and the policies/practices of The Salvation Army.

Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first week of employment

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele
• Be a team player, a self-starter, able to handle several projects at the same time, and perform well within minimum supervision.
• Demonstrate the ability to think independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Must be enthusiastic, friendly, and outgoing.
• Have the desire and ability to work with children, youth, and adults.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility: Will supervise all Summer Program participants.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 25 pounds
• Capable of lifting a child of up to 40 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking.
• May require standing for extended
  
  

Travel: No travel is required

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a classroom environment with some outside and/or gymnasium activities.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Work with Us?

If you’re ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army’s brand promise is to Do the Most Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey…

• 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
• 75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
• 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
• 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
• 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as “Discretionary”
• 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year
  
  

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army…

• Helping People
• Faith Centered Organization
• Work Environment/ Co-Workers
• Benefits
  
  

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