Assistant Summer Day Camp Counselor (TEMPORARY)-13-030- SC/El Cajon

The Salvation Army Southern California•El Cajon, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Summer Day Camp Counselor is responsible to the El Cajon Corps Youth Programs to assist the Corps Officers in maintaining a safe, educational, and fun Christian environment for participating children in support of the values of Jesus Christ and The Salvation Army. They will assist and support Counselors in various activities. Additionally, they will be a part of the discipleship group aimed at personal spiritual growth and development.

Requirements

Ability to complete Protect the Mission – child safety training
Have the ability to work well independently and in a detailed, professional and courteous manner.
Have the ability to work on a dynamic high performing small team.

Responsibilities

Ensure the health and safety of students while maintaining a clean and safe work area.
Communicating with students and co-workers.
Assist in creating and developing games, recreational activities and academic activities for children from Kindergarten through the 5th grade.
Supervise students and volunteers in accordance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
Help monitor children between different facilities and field trips.
Monitor students as they complete tasks and activities observing strengths and room for improvement.
Maintaining audio/video equipment, books, toys, and furnishings.
Use equipment and systems such as a projector, DVD player, speakers, television, game consoles, and computers.
Serve snacks and clean up after snack time.
Show up on time and be flexible with hours should additional help be needed.
Correct or reprimand students under the guidance of Counselors as soon as possible (in accordance with Day Camp Guidelines) for actions that put health and safety of other students at risk and/or distract others from completing activities or following directions.
Be responsible for the welfare of each individual in the program and do all possible to solve problems
Maintain good morale around the children and parents at all times.
Inform Director, Corps Officers, and/or Business Administrator of any student, co-worker or volunteer problems and document any inappropriate behavior and confidential notices of concern.
Attend trainings as required including but not limited to Protect the Mission – child safety training, CPR certification and The Salvation Army fleet safety training.
Be willing to attend all orientation meetings/classes.
Make every effort to get along with co-workers not causing friction or rifts in staff.
Be willing to help in set up at the start of the week, and clean up/takedown at end of every week and at the conclusion of the summer.
Maintain professional appearance and wear Day Camp Staff Uniform at all times when working.
Other duties as assigned by Director and/or Corps Officers.