Camp Head Female Counselor (3787)

THE SALVATION ARMY • Oregon, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for:
Trains and supervises an assigned group of camp counselors. Plans, coordinates, and directs counselors' functions within the camping program. Ensures the quality of programs and safety of counselors and youth at all times during camp. Provides guidance and role modeling to counselors and ensures the safety and positive experience of counselors and campers.

Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid.
• Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Some physical requirements of the Camp Head Counselor position include endurance, including climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required for manipulating activities.
• 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 to work irregular hours, delivering a program at the facility.
• Operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
• CPR and First Aid Certified

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church is preferred, or
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, coordinates, and supervises an assigned group of children and youth participating in a Christian Camp.
• Ensures compliance with camp rules and regulations at all times.
• Provides faith-based guidance and role modeling to campers.
• Participates alongside campers during camp worship meetings and times of prayer.
• Leads devotional activities and faith-based songs with campers and supports the seeker’s ministry.

What This Job Offers

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