This is a Temporary Position that will run from May 29, 2024 to July 26, 2024.

The working days for this position will be Monday-Friday and some weekends.

Pay is $78 per day.

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.

Summary: This position will do whatever is necessary to make the summer camping season successful. If need be this person will act as a counselor being in charge of all the campers within their cabin. They are charged with being a positive Christian influence for each of their campers. Responsibilities include developing the camper's social, physical, intellectual, vocational, emotional, and spiritual strengths through group living experiences and personal interest.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities the following. Other similar and related duties may be assigned

In addition to the duties and responsibilities below the counselor will adhere to and enforce all camp policies, procedures and safety regulations, always making camper safety a priority. They will also know where the campers assigned to them are at all times while on camp grounds or on off-camp field trips.

• Attend general staff training week, and read all material mailed prior to training week.
• Provide leadership and direction to an assigned group of campers in daily activities, which include, but are not limited to:
• Present the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the campers by conducting devotions, prayer time, and Bible class. Be available to provide spiritual direction to the campers as needed and record all accounts of a young person accepting Christ or requesting prayer.
• Instruction/guidance in cabin cleanliness and care of property.
• Instruction/guidance in personal hygiene.
• Instruction/guidance on table manners and conduct in the dining hall
• Guidance/Discipline to campers on an as needed basis according to the policies and procedures.
• Overnight camp-outs and other pioneering activities.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled activities, programs, staff meetings, devotions, and meals unless otherwise directed.
• Prepare and conduct or assist with, activities, classes and programs as assigned.
• Assist in camp clean-up at the close of each camp, in preparation for the next group. Assist with camper check-in and check-out.
• Inspect and assure that your assigned cabin is clean, safe, and in good repair. (Complete maintenance requests and return to the office).
• Successfully complete the Salvation Army Safe From Harm training, the ARC CPR and First Aid Training or be able to supply documentation of previous and current certification.
• Supervise health issues that may arise with your campers, including knowing which of your campers require medication and reminding them to see the Camp Health Officer as needed. Maintain cabin first aide kit (seek replenishment from Health Officer).
• Responsible for essential functions of secondary position (see additional job description).

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.