Summer Day Camp Worker

Location:The Salvation Army – Jackson, Corps

Position Title: Day Camp Worker

Position Type: Summer Parttime

 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay : $12.00 /hr. 

About this opportunity:

Greets children and parents upon arrival to the camp; leads and/or participates in leading children’s activities at the day camp including music, arts and crafts activities, sports activities and specialized programs; prepares and serves children lunch and snacks; assists in leading field trips; maintains the cleanliness of the day camp area.

Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Provides constant care for the needs of the children in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.
• Greets children and parents upon arrival to camp each morning; addresses concerns, answers questions and assist with all needs upon request.
• Leads music, worship, crafts and sporting activities which are age-group program specific; utilizes age-group appropriate discovery areas, enriched with program-specific activities, including teacher-made materials and hands-on activities to ensure intended messages and program plans are delivered.
• Determines appropriate supplies and materials for lesson plans and recreational activities; ensures the children's safety in utilizing the same.
• Provides opportunities for physical and mental stimulation through both inside and outside activities.
• Prepares and serves children snacks and meals; ensures that children receive nutritional and tasteful food; provides positive, relaxed atmosphere during children mealtime encouraging conversation.
• Exhibits control of the children and when needed displays proper discipline techniques.
• Maintains the camp materials in an orderly fashion; maintains accountability for any laundry, money and supplies necessary for camp programs.
• Cleans the kitchen, classrooms, tables, floors, etc. in accordance with established sanitary standards.
• Answers the telephone in a professional manner; responds to questions and provides accurate information.
• Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.); prepares copies, faxes, scans, etc. as needed.
• Assists in leading children on field trips.
• Ensures the accountability, security and safety of children participating in camp activities and field trips; reports all accidents to the supervisor in an accurate and timely manner.

Other Responsibilities:

• Attends and participates in regularly scheduled in-service training sessions.
• Performs other related work as required.

Materials and Equipment Used:

• General Office Equipment             

• Playground Equipment                   
• Kitchen Equipment
• Camp Equipment                            
• Classroom Equipment

What we are looking for in you:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required,

and

• two years’ experience teaching child development programs,

or

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

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid state driver's license
• C.P.R. and First Aid Certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Child Behavior and Development.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of First Aid and C.P.R and ability to ensure the safety of children.
• Ability to build effective and positive relationships 
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement effective childhood programs and activities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Ability to observe children and ensure their safety.
• Duties are usually performed by combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.
• Work is performed in a normal camp environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

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.

Employee Benefits 

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Aflac supplemental insurance
• Retirement

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

We strive to do the “Most Good” for our employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good, with these five values at the heart of everything we do:

We are…

• Passionate
• Compassionate
• Uplifting
• Brave
• Trustworthy

To learn more about the Salvation Army Jackson, MS please visit:  

https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/jackson-ms/

Additional Information:

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.

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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.

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