Day Camp Assistant Director

2 months ago

Winnipeg, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

**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.

**Core Values** The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
**Hope**:We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
**Service**:We reach out to support others without discrimination.
**Dignity**: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
**Stewardship**:We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Day Camp Assistant Director is responsible for a variety of aspects of our summer day camp. They work hand in hand with the Day Camp Director. They are also responsible for but not limited to scheduling, child minding, implementation of programming, and camp staff supervision.

Day Camp Assistant Director will be trained on how to plan and run a day camp of 36 campers per day.

Staff will be under the constant supervision by either the Youth Coordinator or Pastor.

This is a temporary full-time position at 40 hours per week from July 1 to August 23, 2024 (8 weeks).

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Contributes to planning and implementing all aspects of the weekly, program, targeted at children ages 6-12, with a view to each camper’s social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development and the delivery of the highest quality.
- Provides guidance, support and oversight any conflict that might arise with staff and/or campers.
- Ensures that parents/guardians are informed of any incidents pertaining to the wellbeing and/or behavior of the child.
- Assists with fundraising efforts, advertising the program and recruitment of campers as well as registration/ screening of same.
- Interacts broadly with Southlands congregational members, community partners, neighborhood families and church staff.
- Eager to pray with campers, parents, other staff members, and is passionate about the Gospel of Jesus Christ with all involved in the program.
- Provides oversight and coordination of staff members and volunteers, ensuring adequate planning and training for each aspect of the program and the appropriate delegation of duties to each staff member and LIT Director, with a view to the development of a strong, united team.
- Responsible for some/all administrative duties related to the operation of KidsQuest Day Camps (i.e. Registration, camper files; payment; purchasing f supplies; communication with parents, other team members, the Church Administrative Assistant, and the Corps Officers).
- Conducts oneself with a high degree of confidentiality, respect, and commitment to the development of Southlands’ mission statement while working for the church.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education**:

- Enrolled in High School or High School Diploma

**Special Licenses, Diplomas, Certifications or Requirements**:

- Must have a valid Police Check
- Must have certificate in First Aid/CPR or willingness to receive training.
- Willing to take TSA Praesidium online training.
- Driver’s License with access to a vehicle is an asset.

**Experience**:

- Experience in leading or working with children’s programs.

**PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES**:

- Ability to interact effectively and courteously with all levels of staff.
- Problem solving and multitasking abilities.
- Positive and encouraging attitude.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
- Excellent leadership and supervisory skills to provide guidance and support for other staff members, volunteers, and campers.
- Must possess knowledge and proven proficiency around child supervision and day camp programming.
- Works independently with mínimal to no supervision
- Ability to give insight to volunteers and staff.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Supportive knowledge of the mission of The Salvation Army
- Must have good organizational skill.
- Enjoys working with children.
- Able to join children in a variety of activities and maintain a high energy level throughout the program days.
- Attention required when teaching, giving advice/peer support, planning, and development.
- Maintain focus on children and program operations daily.

**The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please let us know if you have a need for any accommodation.**

Published

March 19, 2024

Location

Winnipeg

Job Type

Temporary

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Southlands Community Church

Salary Range:
$16.50 per hour

Address:
85 Keslar Road

Posting Expires:
April 2, 2024

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