Day Camp Before & After Care Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Villa Park, IL

9d • $17 - $20

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

• High school diploma or GED certificate required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience of working with children 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.
• 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

• Be responsible for supervision and care of youth during extended care time(s).
• Carry out planned activities as assigned.
• Assist as directed with set-up, sign-in and clean-up.
• Understand that the overall theme of the Day Camp will have a Christian emphasis.
• Read, sign, and abide by the Safe-From-Harm Policy.
• Attend the orientation prior to the start of Day Camp, debriefing and the final musical program.
• 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

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees