The Salvation Army
ALM-Camp Hidden Lake - Lexington, MS 39095
Overview Category:
Camp
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
CAMP RECREATION SPECIALIST Location: Camp Hidden Lake, Lexington, Mississippi
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time
Pay Rate: $480.00 per week
This position is responsible for:
Plans, coordinates, and leads all recreational sports (softball, baseball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, etc.) at camp. Trains other camp staff to lead, chaperone, and monitor recreation activities. Ensure the safety of campers and staff while participating in field or other sporting activities, and ensure a positive experience for campers.
Key Responsibilities
Plans, develops, coordinates, supervises, and participates in a variety of recreation activities for campers, including field sports (softball, baseball,, field hockey, lacrosse, etc.) and other sports; organizes activities and promotes participation.
Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
Supervises recreation activities to ensure the safety of participants; instructs campers and staff in proper methods for play; monitors and directs behavior at all times to ensure compliance with camp rules.
Ensures a positive experience for campers.
Sets up sports and recreation areas for activities, and has all necessary equipment available for activities.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to observe children and youth and ensure their safety.
Ability to work with children outdoors in various conditions.
Some physical requirements of the Camp Recreation Specialist position include endurance, including climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required to manipulate recreational equipment and participate in activities.
Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and to work irregular hours, delivering a program at the facility available.
Operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
Qualifications WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU
Two years of experience leading sports or recreation activities preferred, or
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses and Certifications
CPR and First Aid Certified
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Category:
Camp
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
CAMP RECREATION SPECIALIST Location: Camp Hidden Lake, Lexington, Mississippi
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time
Pay Rate: $480.00 per week
This position is responsible for:
Plans, coordinates, and leads all recreational sports (softball, baseball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, etc.) at camp. Trains other camp staff to lead, chaperone, and monitor recreation activities. Ensure the safety of campers and staff while participating in field or other sporting activities, and ensure a positive experience for campers.
Key Responsibilities
Plans, develops, coordinates, supervises, and participates in a variety of recreation activities for campers, including field sports (softball, baseball,, field hockey, lacrosse, etc.) and other sports; organizes activities and promotes participation.
Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
Supervises recreation activities to ensure the safety of participants; instructs campers and staff in proper methods for play; monitors and directs behavior at all times to ensure compliance with camp rules.
Ensures a positive experience for campers.
Sets up sports and recreation areas for activities, and has all necessary equipment available for activities.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to observe children and youth and ensure their safety.
Ability to work with children outdoors in various conditions.
Some physical requirements of the Camp Recreation Specialist position include endurance, including climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching.
Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required to manipulate recreational equipment and participate in activities.
Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and to work irregular hours, delivering a program at the facility available.
Operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
Qualifications WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU
Two years of experience leading sports or recreation activities preferred, or
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licenses and Certifications
CPR and First Aid Certified
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr