Day Camp Assistant Director

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Villa Park, IL

9d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Work under the direction of the Day Camp Director to ensure that the Day Camp is
in keeping with the overall plans, goals, and directions of the Corps.

Requirements

• Must have completed at least 2 years of college or at least 2 years of experience in day camping, preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• 21 years of age or older preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Understand and uphold that Day Camp overall will have a Christian emphasis.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• Requires valid driver’s license and pass the MVR check.
• Attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• A commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

• Assist Day Camp Director in planning and executing the weekly sessions and overseeing/supervising children and staff.
• Understand and uphold that Day Camp overall will have a Christian emphasis.
• Assist with the orientation prior to the start of Day Camp, the final musical program, and debriefing.
• Conduct registration each day, including signing in campers and processing fees and receipts.
• Keep accurate attendance records for the entire camp period and report statistics to the Business Administrator. Contact people on the camp waiting list when openings occur.
• Coordinate volunteers.
• Take supply inventory.
• Supervise Day Camp staff when the Director is absent or as directed.
• Take part as a leader on weekly field trips.
• Read, sign, and abide by the Safe-From-Harm Policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees which may include the following medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees