Day Camp Leader

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life – there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:

Day Camp Leader is responsible for child minding at a day camp.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Program:

The Day Camp Leader is responsible for the following range of duties under the supervision of the Day Camp Program Coordinator:

• Work well with children, parents and with other leaders to plan various activities.
• Assist with a range of administrative duties.
• Give oversight and supervision of children.
• Assist with conflict resolution.
• Ensure campers learn in a safe, fun, and stimulating environment.
• Assist with registration and screening of campers upon arrival.
• Maintain, adhere to, and always administer camp rules/policies of the camp program.
• Willingness to offer spiritual support to campers, parents, other staff members, and is passionate about sharing the Gospel with all involved in the program.
• Participate and lead aspects of camp program.
• Demonstrate responsible, ethical, and professional conduct.
• Provide support and instruction to others.
• Assist with leadership training opportunities for youth volunteers as required.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Governance Boards and Councils: None

Internal:

• Staff, Corps Officers

External:

• Camp participants, parents, Community

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reports directly to Corps Officer.
• Direct reports for this position: None

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work Environment

The work environment is typically at the Church and outside. Must be flexible. It will include indoor and outdoor settings according to program planning with the possibility of going off-site to local parks or playgrounds within walking distance.

Generally agreeable conditions, with the following exceptions:

• Dealing with angry/upset youth and parents as well as Verbal Abuse
• May be exposed to the risk of minor harm, injury, or illness due to:
  • Physical attacks by others
  • Exposure to infectious diseases
  • Moving objects
  • Risk of sport liberated injuries.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Currently enrolled in High School or holds a High School Diploma.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Must have a valid Police Check with vulnerable sector screening
• Must have certificate in First Aid/CPR or willingness to receive training.
• Willing to take TSA Armatus online training.
• Child Abuse Registry Check
• Able to legally work in Canada.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):

• Must be able to join children in a variety of activities and maintain a high energy level throughout the program days.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Able to lead, work and organize with volunteers.
• Supportive knowledge of the mission of The Salvation Army
• Excellent communication, conflict, resolution, and organizational skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and discretion.

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.