Camp Counselor

The Salvation Army 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 love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Basic Purpose The objective of a counselor is to provide day‑to‑day supervision of, care for, and lead a group of eight to ten campers assigned to his or her cabin, utilizing all available resources of the camp to guide campers through a positive camping experience in harmony with the goals and objectives of Camp Del Oro. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide continuous supervision for the children assigned to the cabin, protecting their health and safety, providing an enjoyable and educational camping experience, and promoting knowledge of and commitment to God. Encourage camper participation in all prescribed aspects of the camp program, maintaining the cabin according to the daily program schedule and standard operating procedures. Conduct cabin devotions each night. Set and enforce rules for the cabin that ensure safety, enjoyment, education, and socialization for campers. Refer chronic camper misbehavior problems to the Lead Counselor for appropriate measures. Plan and conduct rainy‑day activities in the cabin area as needed, ensuring proper supervision. Maintain cleanliness of the cabin, including sleeping areas, bathrooms, and counselors' quarters. Assist in evening and special programs as requested by the Lead Counselor or Program Director, including participation in skit nights. Lead or assist with an elective or emblem class. Report general property maintenance issues to the Operations Director through appropriate channels. Provide evening and nighttime supervision of campers. Spend time bonding with and interacting with all campers in the cabin and in other cabins to foster a quality camping experience in line with the stated goals of the Salvation Army camp program. Serve as an appropriate and effective example for both campers and staff, exhibiting Christ‑like conduct, concern, and service. Report any suspected child abuse issues to the Camp Director immediately. Perform any other duties assigned by your supervisor. Assist the Camp Director in any other duty as requested to maintain a consistently high level of efficiency in camp operations. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have general skills in working with children. Preferred previous camping experience either as a camper or staff member. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and tools. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Compensation and Duration Pay rate: $375 weekly. Temporary summer only. Equal Opportunity Statement Education : High School or Equivalent (required) Licenses & Certifications : Driver's License (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr