Day Camp Counselor @ Olathe

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Olathe, KS

23h

About The Position

Job Objective: Provide a safe environment for children participating in the Summer Day Camp Programs. Essential Functions: Assist in the supervision of program participants in small groups as they participate in program activities as developed and implemented by the ministry program team Participate with campers in a positive, encouraging, age-appropriate manner As needed, assist in the implementation and clean up after scheduled activities Initiate activities as needed Protect the physical, emotional and spiritual well being of all program participants Encourage and promote positive relationships amongst all day camp staff Create and lead an environment that helps children and youth maintain control so that they can manage their own behavior in a socially appropriate manner. Provide appropriate discipline for children and youth as needed As needed, serve as a point of contact for parents/care givers of youth enrolled in day camp Follow, enforce and promote all rules, policies and procedures The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Minimum 9th grade education completion, at least 16 years of age.
Must be well organized
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter
A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities
Supportive of the mission of The Salvation Army
Include vision, hearing, and speaking; actively participating in indoor and outdoor activities with children, standing for long periods of time; walking, running, bending, reaching; lifting up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children preferred.
Driving: None, but driving would be a help.

Responsibilities

Assist in the supervision of program participants in small groups
Participate with campers in a positive, encouraging, age-appropriate manner
Assist in the implementation and clean up after scheduled activities
Initiate activities as needed
Protect the physical, emotional and spiritual well being of all program participants
Encourage and promote positive relationships amongst all day camp staff
Create and lead an environment that helps children and youth maintain control
Provide appropriate discipline for children and youth as needed
Serve as a point of contact for parents/care givers of youth enrolled in day camp
Follow, enforce and promote all rules, policies and procedures