Interim Summer Day Camp Assistant Program Director

Seattle White Center; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Interim Summer Day Camp Assistant Program Director, where you'll lead engaging and enriching programs for children. This role involves planning and overseeing afterschool and summer activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment while fostering healthy relationships with kids and parents. An established organization dedicated to community service offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families. If you're passionate about youth development and have the skills to inspire, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Sick Leave Benefit

Vacation Days

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare or education settings is preferred.
• Ability to establish healthy relationships with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead afterschool and summer programs for children.
• Ensure compliance with state licensure and maintain safety standards.
• Supervise children and support program leaders in activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Creative Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

First Aid and CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Valid In-State Driver's License

Tools

Integrated Database Applications

Job description

Interim Summer Day Camp Assistant Program Director

Job Category: Childcare/Day Care/Day Camp

Requisition Number: INTER019616

Posted: March 6, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

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Description

Job Title: Interim Summer Day Camp Assistant Program Director

FLSA Status: Full Time - non-exempt/Temporary
Reports to: Operations Director

Rate of Pay: $20.55/hr

Benefits

• Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)
• Vacation benefit – 10 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0385 hours for each hour worked, excluding overtime (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment; vacation accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)
• Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service) with at least 21 hours worked per week.

Function

The Interim Red Shield Program Director's main job function is developing and implementing programming for the Red Shield, including programming for after school center and summer day camp. The Interim Red Shield Program Director will keep up with all paperwork and required administrative work and ensure compliance with state licensure.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and direct the afterschool and summer programming, assisting with supervision, guidance, and caring for children in an educational, enrichment, and recreational setting.
• Provide leadership support to Corps ministry components integrated into the afterschool and summer program.
• Provide encouraging instruction to students during group activities.
• Support the Asst. Red Shield Director or the Program Leaders in planning and teaching lessons, homework support, and activities.
• Work with the kitchen to ensure food service is taken care of for all events and daily needs.
• Develop partnerships with parents and responsive relationships with children.
• Assist in maintaining discipline and encouraging all children to follow rules.
• Assist in general set up and cleanup of program area and with the opening/closing of the facility.
• Supervise activities led by Red Shield staff to ensure quality of service.
• Oversee the supervision of all children and ensure Program Leaders are supervising children as required.
• Ensure each child is accounted for at all times.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Submit reports as needed.
• Keep all staff's state licensing records up to date and onboarded accurately.
• Ensure all Red Shield staff are up to date on their PTM training and onboarding.
• Oversee the Red Shield monthly financials.
• Attend mandatory Staff Trainings and meetings.

Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications

• Able to establish and cultivate healthy relationships with children and parents.
• Preferred history of providing professional, effective programming with children and families.
• Desire to serve others by building on their strengths.
• Teachable spirit.
• Competence in working independently within clear parameters in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, energetic, outcome-oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work creatively.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to deal professionally and sensitively with a diverse audience.
• Ability to handle several projects and prioritize work.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain records.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
• Ability to follow protocol and adhere to program and external procedures.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid in-state Driver's License.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to maneuver.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Ability to operate a telephone.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
• Ability to understand written information.
• Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The contractor will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.