Summer Camp Junior Counselor

The Salvation Army; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Summer Camp Junior Counselor to join their team. This role involves working closely with children to implement engaging daily activities and provide supervision in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with youth and a willingness to embody the organization's mission of service and community. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying generous paid time off and eligibility for supplemental insurance plans. If you're enthusiastic about fostering a positive environment for children, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employer funded Pension Plan

Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans

Meaningful work experience

Qualifications

• Must be at least sixteen years of age.
• Minimum of six months experience with school-age children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities such as crafts, games, and recreation.
• Provide supervision and general childcare.
• Set a Christian example for children and staff.

Skills

Working with children

Supervision

Planning activities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army’s Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center is hiring a Summer Camp Junior Counselor and offers the following benefit package to part-time employees:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Location: 650 Dudley Street, Dorchester, MA

Pay Range: $15.00 per hour

25 hours per week

Work with the Group Leader, Unit Leader, and Education Manager to implement the day-to-day activities of the children enrolled in the Camp.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a keen interest in working with children and youth
• Must be at least sixteen years of age
• Must complete Camp Staff Orientation
• Minimum of six months experience working or volunteering with school age children.
• Experience with Christian Education Programs for school age children such as Sunday School or Vacation Bible Study a plus.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with the daily activities such as devotions, crafts, mystery programs, recreation, music, drama, lunch, snacks, games, trips, etc.
• Must be able to assist with planning, preparing, and implementing the day-to-day activities.
• Provide supervision and general childcare.
• Clean up and set up of activity areas as directed by Camp Group Leader and/or Education Manager.
• Receive and dismiss children daily in the designated area.
• Set a Christian example for the children, parents, staff and volunteers.
• Represent The Salvation Army’s spiritual ministry and social mission in the Camp program.
• Engage in Christian spiritual conversation with members of the public and in the corps facility if the opportunity or need presents itself.
• Recognize spiritual need of persons which may require referral to the Corps.
• Must complete Camp Staff Orientation which includes Keep SAfe training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by your supervisors

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.

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 and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.