Cabin Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Finlayson (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board provided

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory's Northwoods Camp in Finlayson, MN, is seeking seasonal staff to supervise campers and support daily activities during the summer program.

You will lead groups, provide guidance, ensure safety, participate in activities, and engage in nightly devotions; on-site room and board provided, weekly stipend of $350, position mid-June to July.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Camper Supervision: supervise and lead campers in daily activities.
• Camper Guidance: provide guidance and positive reinforcement; help leadership hold campers accountable.
• Safety and Monitoring: ensure health and safety of campers and program areas.
• Relationship Building: develop positive rapport with campers and colleagues.
• Program Participation: actively participate in camp programs and activities.
• Spiritual Guidance: attend spiritual activities and facilitate nightly devotions and prayers.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Salvation Army Northwoods Camp in Finlayson, MN, is "doing the most good" by providing summer camp opportunities to hundreds of youth from Salvation Army programs across Minnesota and North Dakota. The camp offers youth a safe, fun environment to develop physically, socially, and spiritually while participating in various activities, including swimming, fishing, boating, archery, music, and arts and crafts.

Wage

$350 stipend/week

Address

60402 Elbow Lake Rd, Finlayson, MN 55735

Essential Functions

• Camper Supervision (25%) Supervise and lead an assigned group of campers in daily activities, including classes, free time, meals, and programming.
• Camper Guidance (25%) Provide guidance and positive reinforcement and assist camp leadership in holding campers accountable to follow rules and meet expectations.
• Safety and Monitoring (25%) Monitor campers and program areas to ensure the health and safety of all.
• Relationship Building (10%) Develop and maintain positive rapport with campers and colleagues, teaching and modeling positive relational skills to campers.
• Program Participation (10%) Actively participate in all assigned camp programs and activities, providing support as needed.
• Spiritual Guidance (5%) Attend spiritual activities and facilitate nightly devotions and prayers with assigned campers.

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be willing to participate in religious activities.
• Must pass background checks.

Competencies

• Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-starter with good attention to detail and initiative.
• Works with integrity, valuing honesty and diligence.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to attend staff orientation week.
• Room and board provided in addition to a biweekly stipend. Required to live on-site at Northwoods camp during the summer.
• Position is seasonal, approximately mid-June through July, including nights and weekends.
• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including being mobile, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to fully participate in activities and events (outdoors and indoors).
• Camp environment; not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with campers and colleagues.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Travel Requirements

None.

Other Duties

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to support its religious mission as employees.

This job description is not all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. The supervisor may assign other duties, responsibilities, and tasks.