Head Day Camp Counselor (Hidden Falls)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Bedford, IN

10h•$425

About The Position

As the Summer Day Camp Head Counselor, you will supervise all Summer Day Camp Counselors and summer volunteers to ensure high levels of success while ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
At least 1 year of childcare experience
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard
Must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.
Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
May require bending, squatting, walking.
May require standing for extended

Responsibilities

The Head Counselor will be a key holder and have a code for the security system.
Prepare daily activities and lessons to ensure a positive experience for all campers.
Oversee counselor’s daily preparation needs; for example – daily supply gathering, routine building and security and equipment checks, proper cleaning and storing of materials at the conclusion of each day.
Adequately communicate with all colleagues, campers, and supervisors.
Be the first point of contact for parents in the morning.
Communicate any special instructions with counselor staff at the beginning of each shift.
Keep Community and Athletic Ministries Coordinator informed of any specific needs for improved program success.
Lead, direct, and participate in all functions of summer programs; for example – recreation, meals, snacks, crafts, etc.
Be primary point of contact in emergencies and fill out reports; accordingly, report incidents and/or accidents to The Community and Athletic Ministries Coordinator.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with clients, students, co-workers, and supervisors. This includes, but is not limited to, such actions as: conflict resolution in a professional manner; courteous treatment of staff, visitors, and students; respect of others’ property and person; as well as professional and appropriate communication to and about students, co-workers, and supervisors.
Provide positive, encouraging, and uplifting attitude toward campers, counselors, and all summer program participants.
Other tasks as assigned by leadership