Summer Camp Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Charleston Corps in Charleston, South Carolina seeks a Summer Camp Counselor to support youth development through planned activities and supervision.

This seasonal role emphasizes safety, program delivery, and positive role modeling for members and families, with opportunities to participate in special events and youth initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required or preferred.
• Commitment to actively participate in a Professional Development Plan including trainings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Youth for Success: promotes program participation, assists with member registration, provides guidance and role modeling.
• Program Development and Implementation: implements programs and activities, may oversee Youth of the Year/month programs, prepares reports.
• Facility & Equipment Management: maintains facilities and storage areas, reports repairs and janitorial needs.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Summer Camp Counselor

Location:

Charleston Corps – Charleston, South Carolina

Position Type:

Seasonal

Pay Rate:

$11.25/hour

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

Plans, implements, supervises members and evaluates activities provided within a specific program area, supporting the Red Shield Center priority outcome areas of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character and Citizenship. May oversee special programs and/or events (i.e. Keystone, Youth of the Year and Awards Programs), and/or participate and/or participate in the implementation of other unit activities as necessary. In absence of the Program Coordinator, may provide supervision to other Youth Development Professionals to ensure continuity of program services at unit/branch locations. Builds and maintains a professional relationship with all Club members and their families, in order to help advance the mission of The Salvation Army.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those state in this job description.

Prepare Youth for Success (20%)

Creates an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:

• Promotes and stimulates program participation.
• Assists with registration of new members and participates in their club orientation process.
• Provides guidance and role modeling to members.

Program Development and Implementation (70%)

Implements and administers programs, services and activities for Club members in an effective manner.

May oversee special programs and services such as Youth of the Year programs or Youth of the Month.

Monitors and evaluates programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in programs and appearance of the branch at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports.

Assist with implementation of outreach efforts to sustain and increase program membership and program participation.

Facility & Equipment Management (10%)

Assists in maintaining facility and equipment in good working order.

Assists in maintaining all storage areas keeping them orderly and clean.

Reports all repairs, maintenance, and janitorial needs to supervisor.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and previous work in related field with Children and Youth preferred and
• Commitment to actively participate in a Professional Development Plan including trainings.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to deal comfortably with stressful situations and follow emergency procedures. Ability to multitask, ability to follow instructions and complete tasks in a safe and effective manners. Ability to interact with co-workers and the public in positive, professional manner. Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing. Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints. Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor recreational environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.

WHY WORK FOR US?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted towards those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the "Most Good" for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled