SHARE Summer Day Camp Office Staff

Company: Salvation Army USA
Location: Midland
Posted on: June 7, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

Reports to: Corps Community Programs Ministry Director

Basic Functions: It is the goal of The Salvation Army to employ a highly motivated person with a strong Christian faith to supervise and be actively involved in children's activities during SHARE Summer Day Camp.

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

Responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Fulfill all administrative responsibilities for the SHARE site(s) assigned
• Care for and be responsive to the needs of each site
• Meet prior to SHARE beginning to assist in planning devotions, crafts and other materials for programming
• Prepare and complete all necessary paperwork
• Plan and host weekly staff morale meetings
• Communicate messages to Director/Staff/Campers when necessary
• Fill in/relieve a counselor during a break
• Meet and greet parents of campers, assist with or coordinate camper sign in
• Assist Site Director when necessary with registration and payment
• Coordinate and plan field trips or guest presenters for all sites
• Process timesheets for payroll, track time off and ensure coverage for those absent
• Facilitate the Summer Food Program

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of The Salvation Army mission and ability to work within its stated objectives
• Deeply committed Christian who has a strong relationship with Jesus Christ
• Must possess a genuine love for children, a creative spirit, the ability to be flexible when needed and lots of patience
• Physically able to handle all duties with or without reasonable accommodations
• At least one year of prior SHARE experience preferred
• Must be available to work June through August
• Pursuing or obtained a bachelor's degree in Education, Recreation, Child Development, Family Studies or other degree similar

Status

Seasonal- Hourly

Keywords: Salvation Army USA, Midland , SHARE Summer Day Camp Office Staff, Other , Midland, Michigan