What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Camp Lead Counselor position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
Position Summary: The Day Camp Lead Counselor will monitor, lead, and give direction to a group of children. This position will work with children, fellow counselors, and staff to provide a safe and meaningful summer day camp experience in a Christian environment.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Supervise a group of campers ages 6-12.
- Work as part of the ministry team and other staff members
- Provide leadership to a group of counselors.
- Complete all administrative duties as assigned by the Community Center Director.
- Be the responsible staff for all off-site activities. Duties include parking, paying admissions, collecting receipts, lunch arrangements, and disciplinary actions, as needed.
- Act as a liaison between director and staff regarding disciplinary actions, information distribution and paperwork collection, i.e., camper attendance sheets, high five tickets.
- Supervise the daily clean-up of The SAL and all areas used by day camp.
- Assume duties of counselor when working with an assigned group of campers.
- Conduct staff meetings with counselors, as needed.
- Program and plan activities, as assigned by director.
- Attend all staff meetings scheduled by the director.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
At least 18 years of age; some formal work with youth preferred. Prior experience with the SAL Summer Programs.
Education/Experience:
- Previous experience working with children a plus.
- Willingness to work as part of the ministry team and other staff members
- Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- Knowledge of arts & crafts a plus
Computer Skills:
- Basic computer skills required.
Certificates and Licenses:
- Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
- Complete First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
