Day Camp Leader

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith and valuesbased organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:

The Day Camp Leader is responsible for coordinating conducting and supervising all day camp activities while assisting the leadership and direction of day camp staff. The Day Camp Leader will provide a safe fun caring environment while the children are participating in a variety of activities making new friends and learning about the Christian faith. Summer employment: Starting June 30 August 29 2025

Accountabilities:

Program Leadership

• Lead the development and implementation of camp activities coordinating the schedule

• Provide direct leadership of daily camp operations and assist with various camp activities including Bible lessons arts & crafts music sports and games.

• Oversee engagement of volunteers and their activities.

• Observe camper behavior assess its appropriateness and address issues as needed.

• Chaperone children on field trips

• Encourage respect for personal property camp equipment and facilities.

• Ensure the health and safety of all children

• Create and implement a weekly Day Camp program for children aged 6 12 overseeing daytoday operations of the camp

• Works with the camp counsellors in planning and implementing camp

• Responsible for daily camp logistics

• Supervise scheduled activities

• Be aware of all safety protocol and government regulations and ensure that the camp falls in line with these requirements. This includes Covid19 protocols and procedures as well as Online Safety regulations for The Salvation Army.

• Work cooperatively with the camp staff church staff and families of those children attending day camp.

• Attend all staff training/orientation and meetings

• Perform other duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Governance Boards and Councils:

• None

Internal:

• Corps officer Childrens & Youth Ministries Coordinator other staff & volunteers

External:

• Parents and/or guardians

• Community organizations & businesses

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reports directly to: Corps Officer and/or Children & Youth Ministries Coordinator

• Direct reports for this position: Day Camp Assistants (x2) program volunteers

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Collect and record camp fees from parents

• Develop shopping list of supplies required remaining within program budget

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working with children from the ages of 612 years old.

• Indoor and outdoor environment

• Fast paced and noisy environment

• Walking to local parks depending on weather conditions

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armys Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

education experience Qualifications certifications skills:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of Secondary School.

• This position is funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:

  • Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of the employment.

  • Is a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*: and

  • Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations. *International students are not eligible.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Experience in leadership in a camp setting

• Minimum 2 years experience working with children.

• Standard First Aid and CPR (an asset but not required)

• Have access to a computer with reliable internet connection as file access and meetings may take place online.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):

• Attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.

• Selfmotivated and disciplined.

• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics.

• Organized hardworking dedicated creative and possess leadership qualities.

• Able to work well independently and in a cooperative teamoriented atmosphere.

• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion (i.e. The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening

• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.