Camp Recreation Specialist - Camp Hoblitzelle (3816)

About this opportunity:   

This role plays a vital part in creating a safe, engaging, and meaningful camp experience through recreational and outdoor programming that encourages confidence, teamwork, and personal growth. 

As a Camp Recreation Specialist, you’ll plan and lead age-appropriate activities while building strong connections with campers and fellow staff. You’ll be part of a collaborative, Christ-centered community that values fun, service, and intentional mentorship. 

Key Responsiblities:

• Supervise campers to ensure safety, well-being, and positive engagement throughout daily activities. 

• Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate recreational activities—including sports, archery, team building, hiking, and outdoor exploration—while maintaining a positive, encouraging environment that fosters connection, confidence, and participation among campers of varying skill levels. 

• Model Christian values and integrate faith into daily interactions, camper programs, and camp life. 

• Utilize appropriate behavior management and communication techniques as trained. 

• Support and participates enthusiastically as a team member in overall camp programming, special events, and evening activities as part of a collaborative staff team. 

• Maintain, inventory, and safely manage recreational equipment and supplies. 

• Support and participates enthusiastically as a team member in overall camp programming, special events, and evening activities as part of a collaborative staff team. 

• Must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate or GED preferred.  

• A heart for others and a mind towards Christ.  

• Should be self-motivated and teachable.  

• Six months’ experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, OR   

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   

• A willingness to abide by The Salvation Army doctrinal statement and Camp Hoblitzelle’s policies.  

• CPR & First Aid certified or capable of passing by June 15, 2026 (training provided by Camp Hoblitzelle during staff training if needed.) 

• Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.  

Additional Information:  

• Camp Staff Training will be held June 8 – June 14, 2026, and participation is required. The 2026 summer Camp program sessions will be held June 15 - July 26, 2026. If you are unable to work the entire season, please let us know on your application.  

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