Day Camp Counselor

Job description

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most. Position Summary: The Camp Counselor guides and ensures the safety of children as they engage in camp activities. They assist with activity planning and receive special training to fully support kids' needs during their stay at the camp. Works with children, co-workers, and other staff to provide a safe and beneficial summer day camp experience in a Christian environment. Qualifications: Education/Experience: - Responsible for a small group of youth ages 5-14 on site and on field trips. - Be aware of and follow all safety precautions and procedures. This includes never being solely responsible for your group. - Guide group or individuals in activity plans. - Responsible for the implementation of program plans as assigned by the director / assistant director. - Willingness to participate and take a leadership role in all planned activities such as Bible study, swimming, group games, crafts, and music and more. - Help with the maintenance of all areas used by the day camp. - Conform to the weekly sche...