What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp Counselor (w/Driving) position at The Salvation Army Eastern Territory?
Overview
REPORTS TO: Day-camp Driver/Counselor
SUPERVISES: no employees
STATUS: Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Seasonal full-time, 35-40 hours based on program needs for the duration of the six-week program.
FUNCTION: The Day Camp Counselors are responsible for providing the campers with a safe, enriching, and fun program. The counselors are the primary caregivers and program leaders for the campers or program participants. It is expected that the counselor will actively participate/interact with the children. They will also be expected to assist the children with activities, including dressing for the pool and/or using the restroom, as the participants’ disabilities demand.
Responsibilities
Participate in all required training
Help to develop daily activities
Supervise all children within your assigned group
Maintain an active awareness of all participants in your area
Prepare breakfast and lunch for participants
Assist children with special needs based on individual disabilities. This includes diaper changes and cleanup.
Help organize and lead rainy-day activities
Assist with the transportation of campers
Assist with daily activities
Anything else required for a successful camp experience.
Assist with building clean-up and set up. The building is to be left clean at the end of each day.
Qualifications
Minimum 21 years of age
1 year of experience with people with disabilities
Must be safety conscious/oriented
Must be able to read, write, and communicate clearly in English
Must have the ability to work and relate well with individuals with varying needs
Must be able to handle difficult situations/confrontations in a professional/civil manner
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Driver’s License with two or fewer violations (moving or accident) over the past two years
Must possess the ability to pass the online Salvation Army Fleet Safety Driver’s Test
Hourly Wage Estimation for Summer Day Camp Counselor (w/Driving) in Springfield, OH
$22.00 to $45.00
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