Day Camp Counselor (TEMPORARY, SUMMER)-13-005- SC/Cathedral City Corps

Day Camp Counselor (TEMPORARY, SUMMER)

Job Category: Childcare/Day Care/Day Camp

Part-Time

Rate: $16.50 USD per hour

Location: Cathedral City Corps Salvation Army Landau Boulevard Cathedral City, CA 92234, USA

Description

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.

This is a temporary part-time seasonal (Summer) position that assists with the planning and implementation of The Salvation Army's Cathedral City day camp program; supervises children on field trips; communicates with parents; ensures facilities are clean and well maintained; organizes games, activities, and crafts; may also assist with department special events and perform other related duties as necessary.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise children during daily activities
• Supervise children on field trips
• Lead classes
• Assist in maintaining a clean facility
• Communicate with parents
• Implement planned activities
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Ability to walk, stand, bend squat climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up to 50lbs. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as file cabinet drawers and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience with children and any combination of training, education, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the positions as described.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Have the ability to work with children in an age appropriate setting
• Work with other staff cooperatively in implementing activities
• Be flexible in adapting to ever changing camp-type situations
• Have a sense of fun and play
• Patience
• Excellent communication skills

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