Camp Program Director/Instructor (Music Conservatory) (3765)

THE SALVATION ARMY

2h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for: Supervising, planning, scheduling, and monitoring the planning and delivery of program activities and events. Assists in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the Conservatory Director. Supervises all programs conducted at the camp through subordinate specialists for various programs such as aquatic/lakefront activities, nature, arts & crafts, horseback riding, bicycling, archery, outdoor skills/camping, challenge course, and audio/visual. Designs and delivers program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the camper’s age and abilities. 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. Incumbent also functions as a music instructor to assist and support the musical component of the Music Conservatory program.

Requirements

• 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 Program Director 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 work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.
• 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.
• CPR and First Aid Certification

Nice To Haves

• Two years of progressively responsible experience administering and developing youth programs preferred
• Six months’ experience teaching music, with the ability to play and teach lessons in a classroom setting involving more than one student preferred
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Christ-like care and will be responsible for praying with campers, encouraging them spiritually, and guiding them in their Christian walk.
• While on duty, staff members conducting these ministerial responsibilities must ensure that their words, actions, and behavior align with the doctrines and theology of The Salvation Army.
• Plans, develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates camp programs based on the changing needs of campers; develops programs or assists leaders in developing programs to target the enrolled campers.
• Provides quality music instruction to campers.

What This Job Offers

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