Camp Arts & Craft Specialist (3809)

THE SALVATION ARMY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for:
Plans, coordinates, and leads arts and crafts activities and programs at camp; maintains all arts & crafts materials and supplies. Ensures quality and cleanliness of supplies & assigned area. Trains camp staff to lead, chaperone, and monitor arts & crafts activities and ensures safety and a positive experience for campers.

Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Some physical requirements of the Camp Arts & Crafts Specialist position include endurance, which involves activities such as climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate arts/crafts equipment and activities are required.
• Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program at the available facility.
• Operate in daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
• Two years’ experience performing and coordinating arts and crafts projects preferred, or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and participates in a variety of arts and craft activities for the campers; organizes activities and promotes participation.
• Monitors the arts and crafts activities to ensure the safety of participants; instructs campers and staff in proper methods for operating tools; monitors and directs behavior at all times to ensure compliance with camp rules.
• Assists counselors in developing art kits for use by cabins.
• Maintains accountability and inventory of all arts and craft tools, materials, and supplies; orders or purchases needed supplies and materials as approved.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees