Day Camp Counselor - Senior

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Aid all teachers and program leaders in supervising and monitoring student’s behaviors, as well as modeling and encouraging student engagement while the lessons are being taught.
• Avoid leaving assigned program participants out of sight or out of earshot at any time, and adhere to restroom break policies.
• Provide a safe, educational, enriching, and fun environment for all program participants.
• Maintain control over assigned program participants’ behaviors to ensure adherence to program rules and regulations at all times to ensure safety.
• Adhere to the provided behavior plan and policy, manage student behavior issues according to program policy, and maintain a positive, encouraging, and compassionate attitude.
• Model appropriate behavior and responsible leadership to program participants at all times.
• Maintain a strong and positive attitude.
• Ensure open 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Salvation Army KeepSafe certificates.
• 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

• 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.

Pay

$13.00 per hour

Schedule

M-F, 8:00-3:30