What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor position at The Salvation Army Northwest Division?

Job Description

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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

SCOPE OF POSITION :

Live with the campers day and night, provide day to day supervision of, care for, and leadership of a group of up to 12 campers assigned to your cabin. Aid in a camper’s spiritual, physical, social, and emotional development through various activities, supervision during free times, participation in daily programs, planning and implementing cabin activities, leading cabin devotionals, and helping with hikes, large group games, swimming, and campfires. Must have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and have a passion for working with children ages 7-12.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE :

High School Graduate, some college preferred but not mandatory
Self-motivation, good communication, and people skills
Experience working with children preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :

Possess good leadership skills

Possess good verbal and written communication skills

Be able to pass a child safety background check

Be detail oriented and well organized

Must be knowledgeable in the areas of children / personnel safety, planning, problem solving, and crisis intervention

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Live in an assigned cabin with up to 12 children and provide leadership / supervision

Provide leadership and guidance to campers on participation in the total camp program. Promote the best possible camping program for the children.

Plan and conduct daily group devotions with campers

Provide close supervision of camper health and safety

Maintain a quiet and organized table during mealtimes. Encourage communication and reinforce good eating habits and proper nutrition.

Ensure that campers maintain a high standard of personal and living quarters cleanliness

Assist Program Leaders in teaching elective classes

Participate in worship services, evening programs, campfires, carnivals, hikes, cookouts, and other program activities

Encourage the campers to actively participate in spiritually oriented activities

Promote a joyous and comfortable Christian experience as through personal witness

Encourage, not pressure the campers to find a personal relationship with Christ

Be sensitive to expected differences in religious and social upbringing

Participate in retreats, as needed and scheduled

Performs other duties as assigned

GENERAL DUTIES :

Exhibit effective Christ-like conduct and service as an appropriate example for campers and staff

Give support to the total camping program performing all other duties required to provide a consistently excellent program

Attend and participate in all camp programs as required including, but not limited to evening programs, chapel activities, and staff meetings

Follow all policies and procedures

Maintain cleanliness and order in your person and living quarters

Assist with cleanup of the total camp at the end of teach session and at the conclusion of the summer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis

Grasp, push, pull objects, and reach overhead

Operate telephone and computer

Lift up to 25 lbs.

Understand verbal and written information

Sweep, clean and perform other janitorial tasks as needed

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

BENEFITS :

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions : paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance : Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO / PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary 1 and family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans : Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave : The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave : 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months’ service time.

Paid Vacation :

Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.

Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.

Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months’ service time.

Paid Holidays : 13 designated holidays 1 floating holiday per year

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer : Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled.

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