Day Camp Counselor Job at Salvation Army Western Territory, Seattle, WA

  • Salvation Army Western Territory
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Day Camp CounselorThis is a temporary role that lasts for the duration of the school summer break. Exact employment dates will vary annually depending on local school district calendars. Employment dates for the 2026 Day Camp program are June 22nd – August 7th, 2026.Under the direction and supervision of the Education and Youth Activities Coordinator, Summer Day Camp Counselors will be responsible for creating and maintaining a fun, educational, healthy & safe environment for children in the program. Counselors will provide leadership and care for a group of assigned campers.An understanding and acceptance of the Salvation Army's mission, philosophy, and practices.Applicants must be in compliance with the child protection policies of The Salvation Army.Experience working with children.Ability to work independently or with other staff members.Has the ability to assist with events, programs, and activities.Ability to keep calm in demanding situations.First aid card and CPR certification is a plus.Demonstrate leadership ability.Love and appreciation of children.Attend and participate in all Day Programming and spiritual activities.Must be at least 16 years of age.Assist as assigned to check participants in and out for the day.Maintain the standard of cleanliness in each classroom/ activity area.Assist with the clean-up at the end of each day and at the end of the summer.Assist with other duties as needed.Assist with VBS at the end of the summer.A plus if you can drive campers to and from activities taking place off church grounds. (Must be 21 or older)Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects.Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.Ability to understand written information.Ability to understand and speak English. (*Bilingual is a plus)Ability to lift 20 lbs.Ability to walk at least two milesQualified 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 is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.The Salvation Army reserves the right to reassign, review the job, or require that different or additional tasks be performed based on the organization's needs or when circumstances change.All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as employees to undermine the Salvation Army's religious mission.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Tags

Temporary work, Summer work, Summer holiday, Local area

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