Camp Counselor / Male - Camp Heart O' Hills

Salvation Army; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Camp Male Counselor to lead and supervise children and youth in a dynamic camp environment. This role involves planning engaging activities, ensuring camper safety, and providing mentorship. The ideal candidate will have a passion for youth development and the ability to create a positive camp experience. Join a team dedicated to fostering growth and community among campers while embracing the spirit of service and faith. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people during a memorable summer camp program.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in teaching child development or youth programs.
• Knowledge of First Aid and CPR is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide campers, ensuring safety and compliance with camp rules.
• Lead devotional activities and promote camper participation.
• Maintain records and reports on camper activities and behavior.

Skills

Child and youth behavior knowledge

First Aid and CPR knowledge

Program planning and development

Effective communication

Behavior management techniques

Education

Six months experience in child development or youth programs

Tools

Camp equipment

Cleaning supplies

Sports equipment

Job description

AOK - Welling, OK 23122 E Salvation Road 74471, WELLING, Oklahoma, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:59 AM

THE SALVATION ARMY JOB DESCRIPTION – Camp Male Counselor

Job Summary

Plans, implements, coordinates, and supervises an assigned group of children and youth; promotes quality of programs and safety of campers at all times; provides guidance and role modeling to campers; promotes and stimulates camper participation; coordinates and leads campers through their daily schedule ensuring punctuality and responsibility; supervises campers during unscheduled program time and evenings; ensures compliance with camp rules and regulations at all times.

Essential Functions

1. Participates in regular camp worship meetings and times of prayer.
2. Leads devotional activities with campers in cabin.
3. Prays with campers as needed and accompanies campers who come to the altar during the closing worship meeting at the end of the camp session.
4. Supervises and organizes an assigned group of campers during scheduled activities and unscheduled blocks of time in cooperation with camp rules and regulations.
5. Promotes and stimulates participation of campers to ensure a pleasant camp experience.
6. Participates in times of prayer.
7. Performs necessary ministry functions, such as presenting approved devotional material to campers, praying with campers, or leading in Christian songs.
8. Supervises cabin clean-up and work details.
9. Coordinates and leads youth through their daily schedule ensuring punctuality and responsibility.
10. Lives with a group of campers and helps each camper adjust and get to know other campers and camp life.
11. Interprets and maintains camper compliance with camp rules and safety and health regulations.
12. Assists with program activities and other activities as assigned working closely with the program staff.
13. Assists with seekers ministry when required.
14. Be prepared with rainy day activities as needed.
15. Inspects fire extinguishers and reports to Head Counselor if any extinguisher has been dispensed.
16. Makes sure all cleaning solutions are locked up except during use, and used only with supervision.
17. Assures that all beds in cabin have at least 30 inches between sides of beds; ensures adequate space for freedom of movement and exit in emergencies.
18. Stays in cabin with campers at night, only leaving for legitimate reasons with proper coverage.
19. Moves with campers to all classes and activities and remains with them unless otherwise noted.
20. Both counselors must accompany campers back to cabin and prepare for bedtime.
21. No camper should be left alone in the cabin without proper staff supervision.
22. One counselor must be in the room with the campers for 30-45 minutes after lights are out to ensure campers have settled for the night.
23. Keeps door to room open at night to maintain order.
24. Maintains an incident report book on all campers for each camp session and turns it in to the Head Counselor at the conclusion of each camp session.
25. You may be asked to teach a class according to your experiences or expertise.
26. At the end of each camp session, wipes down all mattresses, sinks, showers, toilets, and mops floors with bleach water to control germs.
27. Provides constant care for the needs of the campers in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
28. Exhibits control of the campers and, when needed, displays proper discipline techniques.
29. Determines appropriate supplies and materials for activities; ensures the campers’ safety in utilizing the same.
30. Maintains the camp materials in an orderly fashion; maintains accountability for any laundry, money, and supplies necessary for camp programs.
31. Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.).
32. Assists in leading campers during waterfront, nature, outdoor, arts & crafts, or other activities.
33. Ensures the accountability, security, and safety of children participating in camp activities (including free time and evenings); reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner.
34. Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
35. Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed.
36. Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean, and ready for inspection.
37. Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.
38. May assist in cleaning the cabins, kitchen, tables, floors, etc. in accordance with established sanitary standards.
39. May assist in preparing and serving snacks and meals; ensures that campers receive nutritional and tasteful food; provides positive, relaxed atmosphere during mealtime and encourages conversation.
40. Performs other duties as assigned.

Materials and Equipment

• Camp Equipment
• Cleaning Supplies
• Sports Equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of child and youth behavior and development.
2. Knowledge of First Aid and CPR principles and practices.
3. Ability to plan, develop, facilitate, and supervise children and youth programs and activities.
4. Ability to build and maintain effective mentor relationships with children and youth.
5. Ability to communicate effectively with campers and camp staff.
6. Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
7. Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
8. Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid; must be able to assist campers in emergencies.
9. Ability to meet attendance requirements.
10. Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.

Education and Experience

Six months experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications

CPR and First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Some physical requirements of the Camp Counselor position include endurance, climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Must have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.

Statement of Purpose

This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work performed by incumbents in this position may vary. This document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, but the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. The Salvation Army reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.

Additional Information

Camp Staff Orientation will be held 6/10/2025 – 6/15/2025 and participation is required.

The 2025 Summer Camp program will be held 6/16/2025-7/19/2025. If you are unable to work the entire program session, please let us know on your application.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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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.

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AOK - Welling, OK 23122 E Salvation Road 74471, WELLING, Oklahoma, United States of America