Lead Day Camp Counselor

The Salvation Army Southern California • Phoenix, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army - Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Lead Day Camp Counselor. This is an On-Call/Non-Exempt position. The Salvation Army's mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Must have valid CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.
• Must obtain a Food Handlers card upon first day of work.
• Must obtain a tuberculosis test upon first day of work.
• Have previous experience programming youth activities and working with children. Preferably in a camp setting.
• Must be capable of learning basic point-of-sales procedures and database via computer system.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate and coordinate efforts with Kroc Center personnel, community leaders, community organizations and the general public.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Ability and confidence to assist in teaching a variety of activities.
• Strong desire and ability to work well with children, parents, and staff in a capacity of leadership, counseling, and education including but not limited to: Relate joyfully and sensitively to children of all ages. Sensitivity to children’s individual needs. Use appropriate positive discipline consistently. Dependability. Handle security and crisis situations calmly. Engage and maintain a child’s interest in activities.
• Must have the ability to maintain a non-judgmental attitude in working with customers, clients, members and staff.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably in a camp setting.

Responsibilities

• Instruct camp staff to lead camp and other recreation activities with enthusiasm according to training protocol and written lesson plans.
• Assist with spiritual and character development of camp participants.
• Adhere to and implement discipline procedures created for campers and staff.
• Lead daily camp staff meetings and debriefings.
• Communicate any camper, parents, or staff issues with other Day Camp staff immediately. Follow up with appropriate documentation as directed.
• Complete Reports to Parents forms to inform parents and supervisors of any camper injury, behavioral issue, dispute, etc. Ensure these forms and all forms of critical communication are administered to parents at camp check-in and check-out.
• Return program equipment and supplies to appropriate designated area upon completion of activity with group. Ensure each program area used by camper groups is cleaned before the head to the next camp activity.
• Maintain an accurate roster of each camper group, including the staff that is assigned to that specific group. Ensure each camp staff maintains an accurate head count of assigned camper group at all times.
• Facilitate and oversee day camp check-in and out procedures according to protocol. Check ID of each person signing out a camper. Ensure all participant documents are passed out to parents and/or authorized individuals.
• Assist in preparation, clean-up, and supervision of all program areas used during day camp.
• Interface respectfully with peers, supervisors, and customers of various socio-economic backgrounds. Handle disputes with participants, parents, and staff in a professional manner. Act as first point of contact in handling customer service issues.
• Ensure the safe use of the facility and execution of activities through enforcement of facility and activity-specific regulations and ensuring that only authorized patrons participate.
• Provide information and answer questions about available programs.
• Maintain a safe working environment; report and all facility defects/problems and any suspicious activities or persons to appropriate personal.
• Coordinate check out system to protect, maintain, and keep camp staff accountable for camp supplies.
• Assist in emergencies or treatment of injured participants or staff. Follow up with completion of appropriate paperwork as directed.
• Develop day camp curriculum and activities for all camps. Assist Arts, Education & Camp Manager with planning and instruction of staff trainings as directed.
• Responsible for the supervision of Camp Counselor positions.
• Responsible for the scheduling of camp staff as directed.
• Fulfill day camp counselor duties when needed.
• Enforce and follow all rules that pertain to camp and the facility on a constant basis.
• Perform other assignments/duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed