Program Aide

The Salvation Army 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 and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Job Objective:

The Program Aide will assist with the provision of camp recreational activities to campers and assist in the general care and well-being of campers. Additionally responsible for the care, set up and maintenance of all camp activity resources, supplies and equipment.

What You Will Do:

• Assist cabin counselors in caring for the well-being and safety of campers, including assisting counselors with wake up and bedtime routines as needed.
• Work in the snack shop as assigned.
• Assist Program/Recreation Coordinator in preparing program spaces and supplies for use, according to the camp schedule.
• Take pictures of all camp activities as assigned and treat camp camera carefully and maintain its cleanliness and effectiveness.
• Run sound & media during chapel sessions as assigned.
• Assist at camper registration.
• Provide craft project supplies to the staff member assigned to lead the craft activity during choice time.
• Maintain an inventory of all activity supplies and keep a system for requesting supplies and signing them out to camp staff and other leaders.
• Maintain cleanliness of supply storage area in Admin work room.
• Assist programs/classes as assigned.
• Participate and assist as assigned with camp programming.
• Participate as assigned in all camp activities.
• Comply with camp policies.
• Observe the spiritual emphasis of camp.
• Keep living quarters clean and neat at all times.
• Practice courtesy in sharing living space with other camp staff members.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Participate in staff meetings, evaluation sessions and devotion times.
• Must carry radio while camp is in session on your person.
• Other tasks as assigned by Leadership.

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: Be a High School Student or above

Background Checks: This position will require a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Must have experience working with children. Must have experience in relevant camp activities. Must have general knowledge of how to care for camp recreation equipment and supplies.

Certifications: Must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 30 days of employment. Must be able to complete provided training courses for camp activities as assigned, such as paintball, mountain bikes, etc.

Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a Christian who demonstrates the principles of Christian living.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to manage time well in order to accomplish multiple tasks by a set schedule.
• Able to relate God to campers in the natural setting of camp.
• Ability to plan a lesson or activity
• Ability to teach a concept or lead an activity for children
• Able to guide, direct, and supervise daily duties and responsibilities of other staff members, as assigned
• Able to communicate well with other staff, campers and supervisors

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Able to walk for extended periods of time and across uneven terrain.
• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting materials up to 60 pounds and carry it for at least 50 feet.
• Be physically fit enough to keep up with daily camp activities.

Travel: Position may require occasional local travel, including the use of camp vehicles across the camp property.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a residential camp setting; Work will be expected at varying and flexible times, including overnight and some scheduled weekends.

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.

Indiana Division

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