What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extra On-Call Camp Retreat Assistant - Camp Gifford position at The Salvation Army USA Western Territory?
MISSION STATEMENT:
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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
Our retreat program is intended to provide a relaxed and wholesome atmosphere in which visiting groups may draw closer to God. This is a team ministry incorporating all staff members.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- High school graduate or current student.
- At least 16 years old with a current Washington State Health Card.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Able to follow directions and respect authority.
- Able to work unsupervised.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Assisting the cook in preparing and serving meals.
- Assisting the cook in cleaning up of the kitchen and dining hall areas.
- Cleaning and preparing cabins and building for retreat groups when necessary.
- Assisting all staff in facilitating a trouble-free weekend for the retreat group.
- Helping as needed during the retreat by checking, cleaning and stocking bathrooms; helping set-up buildings as necessary; responding to the needs of the group whenever possible; operating the camp store "canteen" when necessary.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship will result.
BENEFITS:
A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary 1 and family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.
Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.
Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.
Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.
Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.
Paid Vacation:
- Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.
- Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.
- Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.
Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays 1 floating holiday per year
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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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. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.