Day Camp Counselor - Senior
About The Position
Position Overview: To assist in the daily operations of the Salvation Army day camp program. Counselors are responsible for the addigned participants in their group at all times. Supervise program participants, engage program participants in the scheduled program activities. Participate and model how to actively participate in activities in a positive manner for participants while supervising the group in the scheduled activities. Assist all Teachers and program leaders in supervising and monitoring student’s behaviors, as well as modeling and encouraging student engagement while the lessons are being taught. Keep assigned program participants in sight and within ear shot at all times, and adhere to restroom break policies. Assist in providing a safe, educational, enriching and fun environment for all program participants. Monitor program participants’ behaviors to assure that they are adhering to program rules and regulations at all times to ensure safety. Be consistent in the implementation of the provided behavior plan and policy. Manage student behavior issues according to program policy and with a positive, encouraging, compassionate attitude. Model appropriate behavior and responsible leadership to program participants at all times. Maintain a strong and positive attitude. Maintain open lines of communication between Supervisory Staff and Program Staff. Ensure that the program rules and regulations are reviewed, distributed and followed at all times by self and participants. Performs related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of work related experience
- Valid PA State Driver's License with a good driving record with 3 years experience; Must be able to pass Salvation Army driving test
- Salvation Army KeepSafe certificates
- Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.
- Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the daily operations of the Salvation Army day camp program.
- Counselors are responsible for the addigned participants in their group at all times.
- Supervise program participants, engage program participants in the scheduled program activities.
- Participate and model how to actively participate in activities in a positive manner for participants while supervising the group in the scheduled activities.
- Assist all Teachers and program leaders in supervising and monitoring student’s behaviors, as well as modeling and encouraging student engagement while the lessons are being taught.
- Keep assigned program participants in sight and within ear shot at all times, and adhere to restroom break policies.
- Assist in providing a safe, educational, enriching and fun environment for all program participants.
- Monitor program participants’ behaviors to assure that they are adhering to program rules and regulations at all times to ensure safety.
- Be consistent in the implementation of the provided behavior plan and policy.
- Manage student behavior issues according to program policy and with a positive, encouraging, compassionate attitude.
- Model appropriate behavior and responsible leadership to program participants at all times.
- Maintain a strong and positive attitude.
- Maintain open lines of communication between Supervisory Staff and Program Staff.
- Ensure that the program rules and regulations are reviewed, distributed and followed at all times by self and participants.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
- Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
- Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
- Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Remitted Tuition Program
- Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
