Camp Program Lead & Head Counselor

The Salvation Army International; Starke (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Camp Head Counselor for a temporary full-time summer program in Camp Keystone, Starke, FL. You will supervise counselors, plan schedules, provide spiritual guidance, and ensure camper safety and growth throughout the session.

Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining discipline, coordinating activities, and supporting campers and counselors during all camp operations and events.

Qualifications

• Six months experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• Equivalent training and experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and organizes an assigned group of Camp Counselors during scheduled and unscheduled blocks of time in cooperation with camp rules and regulations.
• Provides spiritual guidance and encouragement to counselors.
• Trains Counselors in proper methods of leading groups of campers; answers questions during camp and follows-up to ensure understanding of training.
• Trains Counselors in proper safety of campers based on established camp rules and regulations; escalates issues as needed.
• Maintains discipline, prepares daily schedules, and ensures camper safety and well-being at all times.
• Participates in evening programs, special events, and overall camp activities.

Skills

Youth program supervision

Training & development

Safety awareness

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking a Camp Head Counselor for a temporary full-time summer program in Camp Keystone, Starke, FL. You will supervise counselors, plan schedules, provide spiritual guidance, and ensure camper safety and growth throughout the session.

Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining discipline, coordinating activities, and supporting campers and counselors during all camp operations and events.