Day Camp Lead Counselor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Royal Oak, MI

16d

About The Position

The Day Camp Lead Counselor will monitor, lead, and give direction to a group of children. This position will work with children, fellow counselors, and staff to provide a safe and meaningful summer day camp experience in a Christian environment.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age; some formal work with youth preferred.
Prior experience with the SAL Summer Programs.
Previous experience working with children a plus.
Willingness to work as part of the ministry team and other staff members
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Basic computer skills required.
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Complete First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of arts & crafts a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise a group of campers ages 6-12.
Work as part of the ministry team and other staff members
Provide leadership to a group of counselors.
Complete all administrative duties as assigned by the Community Center Director.
Be the responsible staff for all off-site activities. Duties include parking, paying admissions, collecting receipts, lunch arrangements, and disciplinary actions, as needed.
Act as a liaison between director and staff regarding disciplinary actions, information distribution and paperwork collection, i.e., camper attendance sheets, high five tickets.
Supervise the daily clean-up of The SAL and all areas used by day camp.
Assume duties of counselor when working with an assigned group of campers.
Conduct staff meetings with counselors, as needed.
Program and plan activities, as assigned by director.
Attend all staff meetings scheduled by the director.
Perform other duties as assigned