Day Camp Counselor - Senior

About the role

To assist in the daily operations of the Salvation Army day camp program. Counselors are responsible for the assigned participants in their group at all times. Supervise program participants, engage program participants in the scheduled program activities. Participate and model how to actively participate in activities in a positive manner for participants while supervising the group in the scheduled activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program participants
• Engage program participants in the scheduled program activities
• Model and encourage student engagement while the lessons are being taught
• Maintain a safe, educational, enriching and fun environment for all program participants
• Monitor program participants’ behaviors to assure that they are adhering to program rules and regulations at all times to ensure safety
• Manage student behavior issues according to program policy and with a positive, encouraging, compassionate attitude
• Model appropriate behavior and responsible leadership to program participants at all times
• Maintain a strong and positive attitude
• Maintain open lines of communication between Supervisory Staff and Program Staff
• Ensure that the program rules and regulations are reviewed, distributed and followed at all times by self and participants

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of work related experience
• Valid PA State Driver's License with a good driving record with 3 years experience; Must be able to pass Salvation Army driving test
• Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check
• In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment
• Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army

Benefits

The Salvation Army offers a truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including Generous paid time off every year that includes holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time. Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment). Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles. Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life. Flexible Spending Accounts. Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.