Day Camp Counselor- Full Time

POSITION TITLE: Day Camp Counselor

STATUS: NONEXEMPT/FULL TIME/TEMPORARY

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Childrens Ministry and Outreach Coordinator

This is a temporary role that lasts for the duration of the school summer break. Exact employment dates will vary annually depending on local school district calendars. Employment dates for the 2025 Day Camp program are June 23rdAugust 31st 2025.

MISSION STATEMENT:

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.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Under the direction and supervision of the Childrens Ministry Coordinator Summer Day Camp Counselors will be responsible for creating and maintaining a fun educational healthy & safe environment for children in the program. Counselors will provide leadership and care for a group of assigned campers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An understanding and acceptance of the Salvation Armys mission philosophy and practices.
• Applicants must be in compliance with the child protection policies of The Salvation Army.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work independently or with other staff members.
• Has the ability to assist with events programs and activities.
• Ability to keep calm in demanding situations.
• First aid card and CPR certification is a plus.
• Demonstrate leadership ability.
• Love and appreciation of children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend and participate in all Day Programing and spiritual activities.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Assist as assigned to check participants in and out for the day.
• Maintain standard of cleanliness in each classroom/ activity area.
• Assist with the cleanup at the end of each day and at the end of the summer.
• Assist with other duties as needed.
• Assist with VBS at the end of the summer.
• A plus if you can Drive campers to and from activities taking place off church grounds. (Must be 21 or older)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit walk stand bend squat climb kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp push and pull objects.
• Ability to use hand to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls.
• Ability to understand written information.
• Ability to understand and speak English. (*Bilingual is a plus)
• Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

A generous benefits package is included with fulltime positions: paid holidays vacation time sick time and medical vision and dental insurance.

Health Insurance: Low biweekly premiums for employeeonly coverage Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary 1 and family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options. An employerpaid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life shortterm and longterm disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans: Employerfunded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus an employeefunded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one eligible for use after three months service time.

Paid Vacation:

• Two weeks annually accruing from day one for nonexempt positions.
• Four weeks annually accruing from day one for exempt positions.
• Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months service time.

Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays 1 floating holiday per year

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.