Summer Camp Group Leader

The Salvation Army; Boston (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Summer Camp Group Leader to provide a positive experience for children at their Kroc Community Center. Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising campers, and engaging in Christian conversations. This role requires effective communication and a passion for working with children.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employer funded Pension Plan

Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience working or volunteering with school age children.
• Experience with Christian Education Programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities such as crafts, games, and character building.
• Provide supervision and general childcare for campers.

Skills

Communication

Childcare

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army’s Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center is hiring a Summer Camp Group Leader

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Location: 650 Dudley Street, Dorchester, MA

Pay Range: $18.00 per hour

40 hours per week

Work with the Unit Leader and Education Manager to implement the day-to-day activities of the children enrolled in the Summer Camp. Provide a positive experience for children in all programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a keen interest and sincere appreciation for children and able to relate well with individuals with varying needs.
• Must be at least eighteen years of age.
• Must utilize effective communication skills
• Must complete Summer Camp Staff Orientation.
• Minimum of six months experience working or volunteering with school age children.
• Experience with Christian Education Programs for school age children such as Sunday School or Vacation Bible Study, strongly preferred.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Associates Degree or bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Guidance, Human Services, Nursing, Psychology, Physical Education, Recreation, Child Psychology, the Arts, Social Work, Sociology or Child Care preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with the daily activities such as devotions, crafts, mystery programs, character building, structured and unstructured gym recreation, music, drama, lunch, snacks, games, trips, etc.
• Must be able to assist with planning, preparing and implementing the day-to-day activities.
• Provide supervision and general childcare for campers while on and off site.
• Assist Unit Leader and Education Manager by adhering to schedule and coordination of program: including daily activity schedules, group outings and program guidelines.
• Handle all disciplinary action in accordance with the Summer Camp Manual. Report problems immediately to the Unit Leader.
• Complete and file reports regarding programs, activities, disciplinary or accident issues in a timely and orderly manner.
• Keeping records/statistics as requested from Education Manager.
• Assist with set up and clean-up of program areas (meals, before and after program daily).
• Receive and dismiss children daily in the designated area.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the Education Manager.
• Set a Christian example for the children, parents, staff and volunteers.
• Represent The Salvation Army’s spiritual ministry and social mission in the Summer Camp program.
• Engage in Christian spiritual conversation with members of the public and in the program if the opportunity or need presents itself.
• Recognize spiritual need of persons which may require referral to the Corps Officers or Kroc Administrators.
• Must complete Camp Staff Orientation which includes Keep SAfe Training
• Perform other related duties as assigned by your supervisors.

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. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.