What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Assistant Director position at The Salvation Army Western PA Division?
The Assistant Day Camp Director is responsible to make sure that all aspects of the day to day operation of the camp run smoothly, primarily through the supervision of campers and IUP work study students, as well as the supervision of all activities.
This position will operate during the summer day camp season starting May 19th and ending August 1st.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in planning the Summer Day Camp under the Director’s leadership.
- Assist in the supervision of IUP Work Study students and volunteers.
- Clear communication with camp director and all staff to make sure that Day Camp runs smoothly.
- Proper supervision of campers while maintaining a safe and structured environment at all times.
- Teach and implement lessons and activities (i.e. arts, recreation, devotions, etc.),
- Participate with campers during activities.
- Assist Director with recruitment efforts as needed
- Take attendance and assist in maintaining program statistics
- Assist in meal preparation and distribution
- Assist with transportation and completion of mileage report as requested.
- Help plan and attend scheduled field trips with campers.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Represent the Salvation Army positively in the community.
- Maintain good stewardship practices in care of equipment, facilities and grounds
- Will be the person is charge in the event of the Day Camp Director’s absence.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Skills and abilities in working with children grades K-12.
- Ability to lead groups and activities.
- Experience working with children or educational settings.
- Good organization and communication skills.
- Ability to work well with others in a leadership position.
- All three PA Clearances required upon employment and thereafter upon renewal date: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, Request for Criminal Record, and Fingerprint based federal criminal history.
- PA Mandated and Permissive Reporting and The Salvation Army's KeepSAfe training required.
Education and Experience:
- Valid PA Driver’s License
- High School Diploma
- Previous employment or volunteer experience working with youth and leading activities
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12
