Lead Camp Counselor - Omaha, United States - The Salvation Army Central Territory

Description

Job Description

The pay range for this position is $15.50 to $16.00 per hour.

The Salvation Army Omaha Kroc Center is seeking energetic and fun-loving individuals who have a passion working with kids as Seasonal Summer Day Camp staff. The Kroc Center is a unique, privately owned community center that strives every day to enrich the lives of the people we serve - physically, spiritually, and educationally. Voted as a Best Christian Workplace by BCWI for two years in a row you can be part of a passionate team who love to serve and support one another and our community. At the Kroc Center you will have the opportunity to develop your experience and skills working with youth in a fun and active environment. If that sounds intriguing to you then read more about our needs and expectations - we can't wait to meet you

The Salvation Army Mission: 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.

Ray Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Purpose Statement: Inspire people to discover their God given talents and develop their potential through artistic, educational, physical, and spiritual experiences in a Christ-centered atmosphere.

Summary/Primary Purpose: The Camp Kroc Lead Counselor holds the primary responsibility of leading and monitoring summer day camp activities in an assigned group at The Salvation Army Kroc Center. The Lead Counselor is accountable for the oversite of part-time Camp Counselors and Junior Aides as directed by the Youth Education Manager. Responsibilities also include the ongoing supervision, equipment care, and promotion of all programs related to Camp Kroc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service, leadership and mentoring to all day camp children, guests, staff and volunteers of all ages, ethnicity, and backgrounds.
• Responsible for overseeing part-time counselors and Junior staff as assigned to the same group as directed by the Youth Education Manager.
• Proactively ensure a safe and clean environment for all day camp staff, volunteers, members and participants.
• Provide oversite as directed by the Youth Education Manager in leading and monitoring approved activities provided by the day camp program including programming in all areas (i.e. gym, sports fields, pools, game room, classrooms, resource room, theater, festival plaza, etc.)
• Report and assist as directed with any behavior issues or modifications providing follow-up with the Camp Coordinator and Youth Education Manager.
• Has authority for making classroom decisions and providing follow-up for the Camp Coordinator and Youth Education Manager.
• Responsible for communicating any parent report to the Youth Education Manager and Camp Coordinator.
• Provide additional support to all Kroc Center program staff, instructors, interns, and volunteers.
• Participate in designated staff training.
• Attend all scheduled team meetings and staff meetings as directed by the Education Department.
• The work schedule is Monday-Friday and may include a pre or post weekend day or evening event.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversite of part-time Camp Counselors and Junior Aides assigned to the same group as directed by the Youth Education Manager.

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and experience in working with children.

Additional Information

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

• Good communication skills including interpersonal skills.
• English proficiency required; Spanish language skills helpful.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Exceptional flexibility and ability to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate and work within a team.
• Attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters
• Strong independent judgement.
• General computer knowledge is required to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system. Intermediate skills in Microsoft software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access

Other Qualifications: Must pass all applicable background checks. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a TSA or personal vehicle on The Salvation Army business.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must successfully complete Safe from Harm, CPR, and AED training provided within 30 days of hire as established by The Salvation Army.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to see, stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Must also be able to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level is moderate.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.