Summer Day Camp Assistant Director (Porter County)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Valparaiso, IN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

As the Summer Day Camp Assistant Director, you will organize and prepare materials daily. Lead students enrolled in programs for the Salvation Army Day Camp while ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
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 week of employment.
Must be 21 years of age or older in order to drive the 12-passenger van
Able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele
Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
Be a team player, a self-starter, able to handle several projects at the same time, and perform well within minimum supervision.
Demonstrate ability to think independently and exercise sound judgment.
Must be enthusiastic, friendly, and outgoing.
Have the desire and ability to work with children, youth, and adults.
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Nice To Haves

Previous work with youth activities is desirable.
Familiar with philosophies, standards, and methods developed in The Salvation Army, and model traditional Christian values and the policies/practices of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

Prepare daily activities and lessons to ensure a positive experience for all campers.
Gather daily supplies as needed for each day’s lesson plan. Make sure all equipment is ready for the activity and is properly cleaned and stored at the conclusion of the activity or day.
Adequately communicate with all colleagues, campers, and supervisors.
Correspond with camper’s parents/guardians, keeping them informed of the camp activities and their child’s participation.
Be sure that areas in Corps are neat, clean, and in good repair.
Assist with all camper’s daily check-in duties and record all late arrivals and early pickups.
Lead and participate in all functions of summer programs; for example – recreation, meals, snacks, crafts, etc.
Train children in proper care and use of games, equipment, and materials.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with The Salvation Army’s Safe From Harm program guidelines.
Assist in emergencies and fill out reports; accordingly, report incidents and /or accidents to Program Director.
Maintain 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 a positive, encouraging, and uplifting attitude toward campers, counselors, and all summer program participants.
Other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits
91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
98% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year
Helping People
Faith Centered Organization
Work Environment/ Co-Workers
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