Seasonal 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 the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective:

The Camp Counselor is responsible for the general care, safety and well-being of an assigned group of campers, including oversight of their overnight housing area.

Camp Dates: May through the end of July.

What You Will Do:

• Care for the well-being and safety of assigned campers.
• Participate in all camp activities, as assigned, and according to the camp schedule.
• Encourage participation by campers in all camp activities.
• Establish a camper routine for wake up and lights out each day to promote cabin management.
• Make certain you understand the daily schedule and are on time to events.
• Maintain a clean, neat and safe cabin environment at all times.
• Ensure cabin space is in good repair. Report all maintenance concerns in a timely manner.
• Provide control and assistance to your campers at meal times. Provide guidance in manners, conduct and clean-up for the dining room.
• Teach, participate and/or support program activities as assigned or requested.
• Participate in general sessions. Provide control and order during the session.
• Promote spiritual growth and life decisions for your campers. Hold camper devotions/quiet time daily.
• Understand and practice camp safety guidelines
• Be sure campers on medications receive them per the schedule established by the Camp Health Officer.
• Provide support to any program or services staff members assigned to assist in the cabin.
• At the end of each camp session, clean cabin according to check out procedures and assist in cleaning and re-set of other camp program areas, as instructed.
• Serve as scheduled in the camp activity areas for which certification has been obtained.
• Know and understand the rules for camp activity areas and encourage appropriate camper/guest compliance.
• Provide instructions at each activity area, as assigned, and provide opportunity for camper participation.
• Adhere to policies in camp activity areas.
• Comply with camp policies.
• Observe the spiritual emphasis of camp.
• Keep living quarters clean and neat at all times.
• Practice courtesy in sharing living space with other camp staff members.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Participate in staff meetings, evaluation sessions and devotion times.
• Must carry radio while camp is in session on your person.
• Other tasks as assigned by Leadership

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: Be a High School Student or above

Background Checks: This position will require a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Must be at least age 18 within the camping season. Must have experience working with children. Must have experience in relevant camp activities.

Certifications: Must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 30 days of employment. Must be able to complete provided training courses for camp activities as assigned.

Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a Christian who demonstrates the principles of Christian living.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to manage time well in order to accomplish multiple tasks by a set schedule.
• Able to relate God to campers in the natural setting of camp.
• Ability to plan a lesson or activity
• Ability to teach a concept or lead an activity for children or adults
• Able to communicate well with other staff, campers and supervisors

Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises campers and other staff as assigned.

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Able to walk for extended periods of time and across uneven terrain.
• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting materials up to 25 pounds and carry it for at least 50 feet.
• Be physically fit enough to keep up with daily camp activities.

Travel: Position may require occasional local travel, including the use of camp vehicles across the camp property.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a residential camp setting; Work will be expected at varying and flexible times, including overnight and some scheduled weekends.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Indiana Division

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