Assistant Summer Day Camp Counselor (TEMPORARY)-13-030- SC/El Cajon

Salvation Army Tucson; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Summer Day Camp Counselor to support youth programs in a vibrant and faith-based environment. This temporary position involves creating engaging activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, and fostering a positive atmosphere. Ideal candidates will be flexible, team-oriented, and passionate about working with kids. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to making a difference in the community and helping children grow in a safe and supportive setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while contributing to the spiritual and personal development of young individuals.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Completion of child safety training required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe and fun environment for children.
• Supervise activities and ensure health and safety of students.
• Support counselors in various recreational and educational activities.

Skills

Child Safety Training

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Tools

Audio/Video Equipment

Computers

Job description

Assistant Summer Day Camp Counselor (TEMPORARY)-13-030- SC/El Cajon

Job Category: Childcare/Day Care/Day Camp

Requisition Number: ASSIS019844

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• Posted: March 18, 2025
• Part-Time
• Rate: $16.50 USD per hour

Locations

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.

Position Summary

The Assistant Summer Day Camp Counselor is responsible to the El Cajon Corps Youth Programs to assist the Corps Officers in maintaining a safe, educational, and fun Christian environment for participating children in support of the values of Jesus Christ and The Salvation Army. They will assist and support Counselors in various activities. Additionally, they will be a part of the discipleship group aimed at personal spiritual growth and development.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the health and safety of students while maintaining a clean and safe work area.
• Communicating with students and co-workers.
• Assist in creating and developing games, recreational activities and academic activities for children from kindergarten through the 5th grade.
• Supervise students and volunteers in accordance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Help monitor children between different facilities and field trips.
• Monitor students as they complete tasks and activities observing strengths and room for improvement.
• Maintaining audio/video equipment, books, toys, and furnishings.
• Use equipment and systems such as a projector, DVD player, speakers, television, game consoles, and computers.
• Serve snacks and clean up after snack time.
• Show up on time and be flexible with hours should additional help be needed.
• Correct or reprimand students under the guidance of Counselors as soon as possible (in accordance with Day Camp Guidelines) for actions that put health and safety of other students at risk and/or distract others from completing activities or following directions.
• Be responsible for the welfare of each individual in the program and do all possible to solve problems.
• Maintain good morale around the children and parents at all times.
• Inform Director, Corps Officers, and/or Business Administrator of any student, co-worker or volunteer problems and document any inappropriate behavior and confidential notices of concern.
• Attend trainings as required including but not limited to Protect the Mission – child safety training, CPR certification and The Salvation Army fleet safety training.
• Be willing to attend all orientation meetings/classes.
• Make every effort to get along with co-workers not causing friction or rifts in staff.
• Be willing to help in set up at the start of the week, and clean up/takedown at end of every week and at the conclusion of the summer.
• Maintain professional appearance and wear Day Camp Staff Uniform at all times when working.
• Other duties as assigned by Director and/or Corps Officers.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, run, jump, and twist on an intermittent and sometimes continuous basis. Maintain the ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, reach overhead, and carry program supplies. Maintain the ability to operate a computer, telephone, and similar technologies. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have the ability to work well independently and in a detailed, professional and courteous manner.
• Have the ability to work on a dynamic high performing small team.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Be a fast learner and able to keep pace with multiple priorities.
• Completion of Protecting the Mission – Child Safety Training before working with children.
• Be flexible and open to new ideas, concepts, and ways of doing things.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities