Summer Camp Counselor

Wheeler Mission Ministries, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Summer Camp Counselor to join their team. This seasonal role involves co-teaching in a nurturing environment for children, focusing on developmentally appropriate practices and trauma-informed care. Candidates should have experience working with young children and a strong commitment to the organization's mission. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children while working in a supportive and faith-driven environment. If you are dedicated to fostering growth and learning in young minds, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with young children required.
• Must have or obtain CDA Certification during employment.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach in a therapeutic classroom environment for young children.
• Implement trauma-informed and Christ-centered educational approaches.

Skills

Effective Communication Skills

Dependability

Flexibility and Adaptability

Child-Centered Approach

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

HRIS software (Paycom)

Job description

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Description

Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.

Position Description

Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501 (c) 3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the homeless and impoverished. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values.

Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Program Manager Compass Kids
Full or Part-time: Seasonal
Completion Date: November 2023
Team: Center for Women and Children

Position Summary

The Summer Camp Counselor will be responsible for co-teaching in a therapeutic classroom environment in the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children. This individual will support children in the infant, walker, toddler and/or preschool age groups and play a crucial role in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for them.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Key Area: Teaching and Support

• Co-teach in a therapeutic classroom environment within the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children.
• Implement developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and Christ-centered approaches.
• Use evidence-based curriculum and sensory tools in educational activities.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with children, parents, coworkers, and volunteers.

Key Area: Program Support

• Ensure the program meets the needs of the children in a Christ-centered, strengths-focused, and trauma-informed manner.
• Teach basics of early childhood education in line with the best practice standards through utilization of sensory tools.
• Provide daily communication to parents as well as Compass Kids staff outlining daily events.
• Adherence to all policies and procedures of Wheeler Mission, Center for Women and Children, and Indiana Code.
• Participate in staff meetings and meetings with Compass Kids Program Managers as requested.

Reporting Relationships

This position will not have direct reports.

Competencies Required

• Dependability
• Effective Communication Skills
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Child-Centered Approach
• Collaboration

Education/Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have 1+ years of experience working with young children.
• Must have a high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must have or obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification during employment.
• Experience working within a school or family recovery setting (preferred).
• Working knowledge of children who have been impacted by trauma, poverty and/or homelessness (preferred).

Technical/Software Knowledge

• Above average knowledge in Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to learn HRIS software (Paycom) as well as other software necessary.

Mission Alignment

• Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible.
• Alignment with WM values.
• Adherence to WM Employee Policies.

Physical Requirements

The Early Childhood Educator must be able to carry out the required job duties in a fast-paced Christ Centered environment that is grace-based, and strengths focused.

To perform the essential job functions of this position, a candidate must be able to:

• Lift a 10–30-pound child, using all safety precautions.
• Stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and play with infants, toddlers, or young children for long periods of time.
• Conduct activities both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.

Other Requirements For Employment

• Availability to work 40 hours per week: Monday through Friday, with shift times varying between 7am to 6pm.
• Occasional travel may be required for field trips.
• Confidentiality Policy.
• Statement of Faith.
• Adherence to Wheeler Mission’s Code of Conduct and Core Values.
• Background check, fingerprints, physical, and TB test will be required for this position.
• All employees must sign and adhere to WM Drugs and Alcohol policy and remain free from addiction to drugs or alcohol. Candidates must submit to and pass a drug and/or alcohol test. This drug and/or alcohol testing may occur any time after the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment.

Disclaimer: Although WMM has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, WMM reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of WMM, at any time, with or without advance notice. This position description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.