Youth Program Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a Youth Program Counselor to guide and ensure the safety of children during camp activities. You will assist with activity planning and support kids with their stay in a Christian summer day camp environment, promoting fun and safety while instilling lifelong values.

Responsibilities include running youth programs for ages 5-16, supporting the Fusion program’s daily activities, and maintaining safety and records as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to collaborate on social issues within kids, families and communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide sports/arts/education/mentoring programs for youth ages 5 to 16.
• Assist with the Fusion Program activities: recreation, homework tutoring, and teen outreach.
• Follow safety precautions and procedures at all times.

Skills

Collaboration

Community engagement

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

TEAMS

SharePoint

Job description

Position Summary

The Youth Program Counselor guides and ensures the safety of children as they engage in camp activities. Assists with activity planning and receives special training to fully support kids' needs during their stay at the camp. Works with children, co-workers, and other staff to provide a safe and beneficial summer day camp experience in a Christian environment. To help provide a fun and a safe place for youth to play and to learn values that will stick with them for a lifetime.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide sports/arts/education/mentoring programs for youth ages 5 to 16.
• Help with the day-to-day activities of the Fusion Program, such as:
  • Recreation activities
  • Help tutor & supervise the homework room
  • Encouraging teens to come to youth group events
• Be aware of and follow all safety precautions and procedures.
• Help with the maintenance of all areas used by the program.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of daily snack.
• Assist the director in whatever manner needed.
• Keep records in compliance with standards in order to assure program evaluation/certification requirements.
• Keep the Family and Youth Ministries Coordinator informed on all critical issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma / GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• 1+ year experience working with children preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to collaborate on social issues within kids, families and communities.

Computer Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365
• Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates and Licenses

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed