Summer Camp Counselor

The Salvation Army; Camden, Salt Lake City (NJ, UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Summer Camp Counselors to create a safe and enriching environment for children. This role involves supervising children, leading activities, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have experience working with diverse age groups, strong communication skills, and a commitment to fostering positive self-esteem among campers. Join a team that values personal and spiritual development while making a meaningful impact in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while contributing to a noble cause.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age with a HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience working with children in an urban setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and ensure the safety of children during activities.
• Communicate effectively with staff and maintain accurate documentation.
• Participate in program activities and assist instructors as needed.

Skills

Child Supervision

Effective Communication

Positive Discipline

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Decision-Making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Under the leadership of the Summer Camp Supervisor and FYD Managers, this position is responsible for providing a safe, caring, and enriching learning environment for children enrolled in the Salvation Army Kroc Center’s summer camp. Counselors are responsible for leading groups of students in assigned activities, safeguarding students, and implementing disciplinary procedures. Counselors are responsible for adequately conducting themselves by setting an example for children, parents/guardians, and co-workers in alignment with The Salvation Army’s core values.

Responsibilities

The duties listed below are the primary duties of this position but are not all the duties that may be required. The Salvation Army reserves the right to change, reduce, or expand the duties of this position at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Camper Supervision

• Keep a consistent headcount of all children present at the site.
• Communicate changes with other staff and maintain accurate documentation of each child's attendance, behavior, and incidents.
• Consistently demonstrate positive discipline, firmly and consistently enforce the rules, express clear expectations and accountability, and ensure that reprimands fit the misbehavior.
• Assist Instructors with and actively participate in program activities.
• Provide proper and continuous supervision for the assigned group during all activities while adhering to KeepSAfe policies and protocols.
• Consistently adhere to and implement the process for child release from the program to the parent or authorized guardian.
• Help children develop positive self-esteem and a sense of self-worth.

Safety

• Adhere to and assure adherence to COVID-19 policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining cleaning schedules to maintain the cleanliness of the Kroc Center, including completing tasks listed on daily checklists.
• Communicate with the Camp Leaders regularly regarding concerns/issues with the program, children, parents, or co-workers.
• Adhere to and ensure adherence to policies and procedures as stated in manuals, training, and meetings, including those of the Kroc Center, The Salvation Army, the Summer Food Service Program, and the NJ Department of Health.

Miscellaneous

• Ensure that the ultimate goal of spiritual, emotional, and physical development of all people is represented and infused in all activities.
• Attend all assigned meetings and training as scheduled, including weekly staff meetings.
• Other duties within the scope of the role, as assigned by the supervisors.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age; HS Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Experience working with children of varied ages and abilities in an urban setting is required.
• Must be reliable, dependable, willing, and able to commit to the entire summer camp season.
• Proven ability to exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making.
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing/planning needs.
• TB test or chest x-ray with insignificant results required.
• Physical by a doctor or appropriate medical professional indicating eligibility to work.
• Must pass a criminal background check, CARI check, and CHRI check (fingerprinting).
• Must provide three professional references.
• Must understand and support the mission of The Salvation Army