Summer Camp 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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to create a safe, enjoyable, and enriching experience for children participating in our summer day camp program of the Tri-Cities Corps. The staff members play a crucial role in facilitating a variety of activities, ensuring the well-being of campers, fostering a positive and inclusive environment. By engaging with campers, promoting teamwork, and adhering to safety guidelines, providing spiritual development, social direction, and educational reinforcement while at the same time utilizing recreational activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demonstrate a passion for working with Children in a learning environment.
2. Assist teaching musical instruments and music theory.
3. Assist staff with supervision, guidance and caring for children in an educational, enrichment and recreational setting.
4. Provide encouraging instruction to students during group activities.
5. Assist staff with the supervision of safety of campers during arrival, dismissal, and transition periods.
6. Assist the Director of Group Leader in the planning, teaching of lessons, homework support and activities.
7. Assist in maintaining discipline and encouraging children to follow rules.
8. Assist in general set up and cleanup of program area and with the closing /opening of the facility.
9. Assist staff with Field trip arrangement.
10. Maintaining a safe environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

1. Knowledge of music instruments, able to teach music instruments and music theory
2. Must have the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
3. Must be 16 years or older
4. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and basic desktop publishing computer programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
• Ability to reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to lift to 25lbs
• Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

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 in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.