The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South
Camp Head Counselor - Male BFOQ (Seasonal)
The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South, Burkesville, Kentucky, United States, 42717
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Camp Head Counselor - Male BFOQ (Seasonal)
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The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South Location: Burkesville, KY About this opportunity: (Seasonal) Responsibilities
Trains and supervises an assigned group of camp counselors. Plans, coordinates and directs the functions of the counselors within the camping program. Ensures the quality of programs and safety of counselors and youth at all times during camp. Provides guidance and role modeling to counselors and ensures safety and a positive experience for counselors and campers. Supervises and organizes an assigned group of Camp Counselors during scheduled and unscheduled blocks of time in cooperation with camp rules and regulations. Provides spiritual guidance and encouragement to counselors. Trains Counselors in proper methods of leading groups of campers; answers questions during camp and follows-up to ensure understanding of training. Trains Counselors in proper safety of campers based on established camp rules and regulations. Anticipates safety hazards and initiates contact with the ADYS/Camp Director to confirm issues are resolved. Analyzes the strengths and challenges of each Counselor and documents the same for the Camp Director’s review. Provides constructive feedback to each Counselor as a personal growth development opportunity. Promotes and stimulates participation of Counselors in assigned activities to ensure a pleasant camp experience for campers. Prepares the daily schedule for Counselors to ensure appropriate coverage of campers at all times; confirms Counselors receive adequate break times. Handles camper discipline problems; serves as dorm monitor for staff dorms. Performs ministry functions such as presenting devotional material to campers, praying with a camper, or leading Christian songs, etc., as needed. Available for camper/counselor consultation. Assists Counselors with handling campers that need special attention. Exhibits control of the campers in the absence of the assigned Counselors when needed and displays proper discipline techniques. Ensures accountability, security and safety of youth participating in camp activities; reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner. Verifies cabin roster each week and checks cabins nightly to ensure campers are in bed. Reports problems to ADYS/Camp Director. Maintains a detailed record of discipline problems and actions taken for campers. Submits to ADYS/Camp Director at the end of each camping session. Be prepared to take over for the Counselor in the event of an emergency. Conducts cabin inspections and provides reports to Counselors and campers; reviews incident report books to ensure proper record keeping and address unusual incidents. Maintains cabin materials in an orderly fashion and maintains accountability for laundry, money and supplies for cabins. Reviews and follows up on reports submitted by Counselors (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.); provides summary of occurrences to the ADYS/Camp Director. Escalates major issues to the Camp Director immediately. Keeps program records, including cabin rosters, incident/accident reports, seeker reports, etc. Supervises the cleanliness of the cabins in accordance with established sanitary standards. Corresponds with maintenance staff to ensure any dysfunctional equipment is repaired in a timely manner. Participates as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions. Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed. Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection. Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director. Escorts campers to the Health Center and escorts campers back to cabin activities when released by the camp medical staff; ensures the Counselor is advised of any necessary precautions based on care received or ongoing care needed. May assist in preparing and serving snacks and meals; ensures campers receive nutritious and tasteful food; provides a positive, relaxed atmosphere during mealtime and encourages conversation. Performs other duties as assigned. What We Are Looking For In You
Six months experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Some physical requirements of the Camp Head Counselor position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities are required. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions. Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good. Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are: Passionate, Compassionate, Uplifting, Brave, Trustworthy. Additional Information
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army! Job Details: Job Family KT-EXEMPT | Job Function Camp | Pay Type Salary Location: 1881 Salvation Army Camp Rd, Burkesville, KY 42717, USA Requires that you apply via the posting website; Dayforce cookies information is managed by the site.
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Camp Head Counselor - Male BFOQ (Seasonal)
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The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South Location: Burkesville, KY About this opportunity: (Seasonal) Responsibilities
Trains and supervises an assigned group of camp counselors. Plans, coordinates and directs the functions of the counselors within the camping program. Ensures the quality of programs and safety of counselors and youth at all times during camp. Provides guidance and role modeling to counselors and ensures safety and a positive experience for counselors and campers. Supervises and organizes an assigned group of Camp Counselors during scheduled and unscheduled blocks of time in cooperation with camp rules and regulations. Provides spiritual guidance and encouragement to counselors. Trains Counselors in proper methods of leading groups of campers; answers questions during camp and follows-up to ensure understanding of training. Trains Counselors in proper safety of campers based on established camp rules and regulations. Anticipates safety hazards and initiates contact with the ADYS/Camp Director to confirm issues are resolved. Analyzes the strengths and challenges of each Counselor and documents the same for the Camp Director’s review. Provides constructive feedback to each Counselor as a personal growth development opportunity. Promotes and stimulates participation of Counselors in assigned activities to ensure a pleasant camp experience for campers. Prepares the daily schedule for Counselors to ensure appropriate coverage of campers at all times; confirms Counselors receive adequate break times. Handles camper discipline problems; serves as dorm monitor for staff dorms. Performs ministry functions such as presenting devotional material to campers, praying with a camper, or leading Christian songs, etc., as needed. Available for camper/counselor consultation. Assists Counselors with handling campers that need special attention. Exhibits control of the campers in the absence of the assigned Counselors when needed and displays proper discipline techniques. Ensures accountability, security and safety of youth participating in camp activities; reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner. Verifies cabin roster each week and checks cabins nightly to ensure campers are in bed. Reports problems to ADYS/Camp Director. Maintains a detailed record of discipline problems and actions taken for campers. Submits to ADYS/Camp Director at the end of each camping session. Be prepared to take over for the Counselor in the event of an emergency. Conducts cabin inspections and provides reports to Counselors and campers; reviews incident report books to ensure proper record keeping and address unusual incidents. Maintains cabin materials in an orderly fashion and maintains accountability for laundry, money and supplies for cabins. Reviews and follows up on reports submitted by Counselors (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.); provides summary of occurrences to the ADYS/Camp Director. Escalates major issues to the Camp Director immediately. Keeps program records, including cabin rosters, incident/accident reports, seeker reports, etc. Supervises the cleanliness of the cabins in accordance with established sanitary standards. Corresponds with maintenance staff to ensure any dysfunctional equipment is repaired in a timely manner. Participates as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions. Sits with camper tables during meals and serves as a table monitor when needed. Keeps personal living quarters neat, clean and ready for inspection. Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director. Escorts campers to the Health Center and escorts campers back to cabin activities when released by the camp medical staff; ensures the Counselor is advised of any necessary precautions based on care received or ongoing care needed. May assist in preparing and serving snacks and meals; ensures campers receive nutritious and tasteful food; provides a positive, relaxed atmosphere during mealtime and encourages conversation. Performs other duties as assigned. What We Are Looking For In You
Six months experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Some physical requirements of the Camp Head Counselor position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities are required. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions. Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good. Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are: Passionate, Compassionate, Uplifting, Brave, Trustworthy. Additional Information
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army! Job Details: Job Family KT-EXEMPT | Job Function Camp | Pay Type Salary Location: 1881 Salvation Army Camp Rd, Burkesville, KY 42717, USA Requires that you apply via the posting website; Dayforce cookies information is managed by the site.
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