Summer Day Camp Counselor

Job Description

The Salvation Army

Position Description

Springfield, IL Corps

Position Title : Summer Day Camp Counselor

Report To : Summer Day Camp Director

Experience :

2 years or more experience working with youth in a community and / or educational setting.

Be passionate about the well-being and safety of youth.

Work well with others.

Excellent work ethic and punctuality.

Good communication, organization and planning skills.

Excellent leadership skills.

Be able to uphold and support the mission of The Salvation Army.

Must be at least 18 years old.

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 Christ. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Responsibilities :

• Assist with all duties involving day camp which may include the following :
• Organize and leading group games
• Lead focused group activity
• Assist youth in participation of STEAM activities
• Monitor and interact with youth on the busses addressing and handling behavior issues immediately.
• Assist with breakfast and snack preparation and distribution.
• Record attendance of campers at all transitions, arrival, meal times, and field trips.
• Attend and participate in field trips as a leader.
• Communicate children behavior issues to Day Camp Director.
• Assist with periodical clean-up throughout the day
• Make sure the children’s safety is a high priority at all times.
• Understand and adhere to Safe From Harm policies
• Lead and / or participate in assigned programs within the day camp as delegated by the Day Camp Director and / or Activities Specialist.
• Other duties that pertain to Day Camp as assigned by the Day Camp Director and / or Activities Specialist.

Position Ranking :

Seasonal Full-Time & Part-Time Summer, $ to $ Hourly

Requirements :

Must be at least 18 years of age. Must clear a criminal background check required by The Salvation Army. This Position is required to do moderate to heavy physical work.

Must be current in first aid, CPR, and Mandatory Child Abuse training in Safe From Harm (provided by TSA).

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

This Position is a high energy position. Interacting and being involved with the youth is an essential part of the job. In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position the individual must be physically fit and able to hike, play, run, and other activities outdoors in hot weather as well as indoors.

Must be able to go to the public pool at least once a week. The vision requirements include needing to be able to see the children in whatever activity may be going on.

The work environment for this position includes indoor / outdoor activities, both in and out of town with an often loud noise level.

Individual must be able to frequently lift up to twenty-five pounds and occasionally up to fifty pounds.

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.