Summer Camp Unit Coordinator

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

Job summary

The Salvation Army's Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center seeks a Summer Camp Unit Coordinator to manage daily activities for children. This part-time position offers generous paid time off, a pension plan, and a meaningful job with a good purpose. Ideal candidates will have experience with children and a background in Christian education. Responsibilities include supervising children, preparing activities, and supporting camp operations.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Employer-funded Pension Plan

Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities including devotions, crafts, and recreation.
• Supervise and care for children.
• Handle disciplinary actions per Camp Manual.

Skills

Interest in children

Appreciation for children

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development

Job description

Overview

The Salvation Army’s Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center is hiring a Summer Camp Unit Coordinator and offers the following benefits to part-time employees:

• Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Employer-funded Pension Plan (contributions start after 1 year of employment and for those working 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans such as Voluntary Term Life & AD&D, AFLAC Insurance
• A meaningful job with a good purpose

Location: 650 Dudley Street, Dorchester, MA

Pay Range: $21.50 per hour

40 hours per week

Work with the Education Manager to implement daily activities for children enrolled in the Camp.

Qualifications

• Interest and appreciation for children
• At least twenty-one years old
• Completion of Camp Staff Orientation
• Minimum six months experience working or volunteering with school-age children
• Experience with Christian Education Programs such as Sunday School or Vacation Bible Study

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related fields preferred

Responsibilities

1. Assist with daily activities including devotions, crafts, recreation, music, drama, meals, snacks, and trips
2. Supervise and care for children
3. Prepare Devotional Time weekly or biweekly
4. Handle disciplinary actions per Camp Manual and report issues
5. Set up and clean activity areas
6. Manage daily child drop-off and pick-up
7. Assist in counselor training and curriculum development
8. Perform administrative tasks like ordering supplies and record keeping
9. Support camp operations and ensure quality programming
10. Lead staff meetings and debriefings
11. Teach program curricula enthusiastically and thoroughly
12. Model Christian behavior and represent the camp’s spiritual mission
13. Engage in Christian spiritual conversations and refer individuals as needed
14. Complete Camp Staff Orientation including Keep SAfe Training
15. Perform other duties as assigned

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. The Salvation Army is committed to reasonable accommodations and equal employment opportunities. EEO is the Law.

The Salvation Army is an international Christian movement dedicated to preaching the gospel and meeting human needs in Jesus’ name, motivated by God's love and based on the Bible.