Camp Rappahannock Child Care Worker

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory; Virginia, Richardsville (MN, PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned camp where you will provide child care services for staff children. This seasonal position offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children while gaining invaluable experience. You will engage in activities that promote learning and development, assist with daily routines, and participate in fun camp events. Embrace the chance to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and personal growth. If you're passionate about nurturing young minds and creating memorable experiences, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience with children is preferred for this role.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision for staff's children during camp.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist with household duties.
• Participate in camp programs and activities.

Skills

Experience working with children

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Education

Equivalent training and experience

Job description

21457 Happyland Dr, Richardsville, VA 22736, USA Req #33288

Position Type: Seasonal

About this opportunity:

This position is responsible for providing child care services for the staff’s children including personal care, hygiene, learning and development activities and specialized programs.

Key responsibilities:

• Provides care to staff children throughout the day, making sure that they have partaken of meals and that they maintain proper personal habits.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of child care property.
• Assists in keeping DYS’s quarters neat and clean each day.
• Assists with putting staff children to bed, as needed.
• Aids in household duties, such as laundry.
• 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.
• Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed.
• Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection.
• Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for in you:

• Experience working with children preferred
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Some physical requirements of the Camp Childcare position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities are required. 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. 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.

To learn more about Salvation Army Camps, click here!

Why work for us?

Since 1907, The Salvation Army has been operating camp programs across the southeast region of the United States. Today, The Salvation Army has eight camps in the South and over 40 across the country. Working at a Salvation Army camp isn’t like other summer jobs. You will earn an income, receive invaluable job experience, and make friendships that will last you a lifetime – but, unlike most other summer jobs, you will also powerfully impact the life of a child or teen for the better. At Salvation Army camps, disadvantaged kids (in particular) have three square meals a day, have the opportunity to further develop social skills, learn creation care, feel valued, and encounter God’s love. You will never regret saying “yes” to camp this summer. Apply for a Salvation Army camp and be part of something bigger than yourself: making lives better in Jesus’ name.

Additional Information:

Camp Staff Orientation will be held 06/10/2025 – 06/15/2025 and participation is required. The 2025 summer Camp program session will be held 06/16/2025 – 07/21/2025. If you are unable to work the entire season, please let us know on your application.

All employees recognize 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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