The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South is hiring: Counselor - Music Instr

Overview

Location: Burkesville, KY.
About this opportunity: (Seasonal)

Posted Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM

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Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, coordinates, and supervises an assigned group of children and youth; promotes quality of programs and safety of campers at all times; provides guidance and role modeling to campers; promotes and stimulates camper participation; coordinates and leads campers through their daily schedule ensuring punctuality and responsibility; supervises campers during unscheduled program time and evenings; ensures compliance with camp rules and regulations at all times.
• Counselor Duties: Supervises and organizes an assigned group of campers during scheduled activities and unscheduled blocks of time in cooperation with camp rules and regulations.
• Promotes and stimulates participation of campers to ensure a pleasant camp experience. Supervises cabin clean up and work details.
• Coordinates and leads youth through their daily schedule ensuring punctuality and responsibility; lives with a group of campers and helps each camper adjust and get to know other campers and camp life.
• Interprets and maintains camper compliance with camp rules and camp safety and health regulations. Assists with program activities and other activities as assigned working closely with the program staff.
• Be prepared with rainy day activities as needed.
• Inspects fire extinguishers and reports to Head Counselor if any extinguisher has been dispensed; ensures cleaning solutions are locked up except during use and used only with supervision.
• Maintains safety and space in cabins (beds distance, exits) and stays in cabin with campers at night, with supervision arrangements as required.
• Moves with campers to all classes and activities, and remains with them unless otherwise noted; campers to cabin and bedtime preparations.
• Keeps door to room open at night to maintain order; maintains an incident report book for all campers; report serious situations to Head Counselor.
• May be asked to teach a class according to experience or to assist with one; at end of camp session, wipe down facilities to control germs.
• Provides constant care for campers in a clean, safe, and healthy manner; determines supplies for activities; maintains camp materials and accountability for laundry, money, and supplies.
• Prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.).
• Assists in leading campers during waterfront, nature, outdoor, arts & crafts or other activities; ensures accountability and safety during free time and evenings.
• Participates as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and all-camp activities; assists with meals and maintains living quarters.
• Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director.
• May assist in cleaning cabins, kitchen, tables, floors, etc., and in preparing and serving snacks and meals; ensures nutritious and tasteful food and a positive mealtime atmosphere.

Music Instructor Duties

• Provides quality music instruction to campers; teaches music theory appropriate to level; reviews homework and re-teaches skills if necessary.
• Cares for instruments during class and reports necessary repairs to the Divisional Music Director; prepares students for recitals and concerts.
• Plans and monitors student work, ensures accuracy and completeness; develops activities to enhance musical abilities and coordination.
• Maintains discipline and a friendly, secure atmosphere; participates in various classes as assigned; delivers evening programs and other camp functions.
• Sits with camper tables during meals as a table monitor; keeps living quarters neat and ready for inspection; available to participate in camp programs as directed by the Camp Director.

What We Are Looking For In You

• Six months experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred; six months experience teaching music education and teaching experience, with the ability to play and teach lessons in a classroom setting involving more than one student preferred
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Endurance including climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching; eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate activities; normal range of hearing and eyesight to record and communicate camper activities;
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours; exposure to sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.

Why work for us?

• The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities aligned with our mission; competitive compensation and benefit plans.
• We emphasize purpose and development; our organization values doing the Most Good.

Additional Information

• All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree to support its religious mission.
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• All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability; EEO statements apply.
• Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Please complete the application fully and upload your resume if available.