11-190 - Wilderness Assistant Program Director

7 days ago


Calabasas, United States The Salvation Army Southern CA Division Full time

**Mission Statement**

The 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 Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

**Position Summary**

The Program Director is responsible for directing and supervising camp programs and providing direction and leadership for the summer staff. The Program Director should focus on three main elements - Fun, Safety, and God. The Program Director is tasked with implementing the mission and vision of the camp.

**Essential Functions**
- Responsible for submitting essential records (such as NOC’s, staff discipline notices, invoices, statistics and seeker forms, etc.) to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
- Provide general leadership, guidance and supervision of assigned staff. (This mainly relates to Wilderness Cabin Leaders and Head Cabin Leaders).
- Assist in the responsibility for the spiritual growth of the camp staff and campers. - Plan and implement camp programs with the assistance of the Program Team and following the direction of camp leadership.
- Assist in scheduling daily and weekly duties for Head Cabin Leaders and Cabin Leaders.
- Assist in scheduling and attending daily staff meetings.
- Be available for camper and staff consultation.
- Work with the Wilderness Program Director and Head Cabin Leaders for staff devotional meetings.
- Deal with discipline problems of campers and staff with direction from the Camp Director, Program Director and/or DYS as required.
- Assist in the all-camp first day registration process lead/organize the last day procedures.
- Organize the clean-up of the camp after each session and at the conclusion of the summer.
- Maintain a high standard of personal Christian living as a role model for campers and staff.
- Attend and actively participate in Staff Orientation and staff meetings.
- Oversee and maintain safety and health standards within the program.
- Support and enforce camp policies and practices.
- Show flexibility in programming that accommodates different camp populations.
- Communicate with parents and Corps in event of camper issues and concerns.

**Working Conditions**

May be asked to use fire protection equipment, washers and dryers, special programs and recreational equipment. May be asked to drive camp vehicles or golf carts. Should be proficient in computer skills and word processing.

**Minimum Qualifications**
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Minimum 2 years camping experience.
- Ability to exercise confidentiality.
- Ability to relate to one's peer group.
- Ability to provide supervision and guidance to
- Ability to teach a number of activities.
- Good character, integrity and adaptability.
- Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control.
- Previous counseling experience essential.
- Current CPR and First Aid certified.
- Must possess proven leadership and organizational skills.
- Interest in and ability to work with children.
- Personal relationship and commitment to Jesus
- Ability to plan, originate, organize and carry out daily and special programs.
- Valid driver’s license and willing to complete TSA driver training.

**Skills, Knowledge & Abilities**
- This position requires the ability to listen to others, observe others’ actions, read text and information; comprehend instructions and manuals, and physical ability to move about the camp property in various environmental conditions.
- Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

**Rate of Pay**

$385/wk.

**Experience**: Required
- 2 year(s): Minimum Camping Experience.

**Licenses & Certifications**: Required
- Motor Vehicle Check
- Driver's License

**Skills**: Required
- CPR/AED

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, incl



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