Day Camp Counselor

3 weeks ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States The Salvation Army Full time

Overview

REPORTS TO: Day-camp Driver/Counselor

SUPERVISES: no employees

STATUS: Non Exempt

SCHEDULE: Seasonal full time, 35-40 hours based on program needs for the duration of the 5 week program.

FUNCTION: The Day Camp Counselors are responsible for providing the campers with a safe, enriching and fun program. The counselors are the primary care givers and program leaders for the campers or program participants. It is expected that the counselor will actively participate/interact with the children. They will also be expected to assist the children with activities including dressing for the pool and/or using the rest room as the participants' disabilities demand.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • 1 year of experience with persons with disabilities
  • Must be safety conscious/oriented
  • Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly, in English
  • Must have the ability to work and relate well with individuals with varying needs
  • Must be able to handle difficult situations/confrontations in a professional/civil manner
  • Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Driver's License with two or less violations (moving or accident) over the past two years
  • Must possess the ability to pass the online Salvation Army Fleet Safety Driver's Test The Salvation Army's Mission StatementThe 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 Christand to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job LocationsUS-OH-Springfield

Job ID

Category Youth Work

Type Temporary Full-Time




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