Summer Ignite Assistant Director - $425/week
The Salvation Army Southern California, Eatonville, WA, United States
Position Title: Summer Ignite Assistant Director
$425/week – Room and Board included
Department Camp Arnold
Status Temporary/Seasonal, Exempt
Location Southern California – Camp Arnold
Scope / Overview Camp Arnold seeks an Assistant for the Ignite Discipleship Program who will support the spiritual growth, social & emotional development, and skill building of young people at camp. The assistant will partner with the Ignite Director to lead daily Bible studies, individual and group check‑ins, weekly debriefs, and provide additional support across the program.
General Duties
Uphold Camp Arnold policies and Protecting the Mission standards.
Assist the Ignite Director in implementing the program curriculum.
Attend program staff and general staff orientation.
Participate in all Ignite‑specific programming.
Participate in camp programs as required by the Summer Program Director.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Ignite Director.
Specific Duties
Collaborate with the Ignite Director to plan and execute meaningful discipleship activities.
Lead orientation and ensure an engaging onboarding experience for all participants.
Plan and lead the campout and hike to Mt. Rainier during orientation.
Offer support in various program areas as required by the Summer Program Director.
Mentorship & Guidance
Build positive relationships with participants and provide mentorship in their faith journey.
Create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for participants to deepen their faith.
Assist in facilitating daily Bible studies and daily check‑ins.
Assist in all‑staff small groups as needed.
Lead weekly one‑on‑one debrief sessions.
Administrative Duties
Create orientation and weekly schedules for Ignite participants.
Communicate effectively with the camp program team and Ignite Director.
Communicate important information to parents of participants.
Facilitate phone conversations with parents regarding participant behavior when needed.
Assist in creating agendas for Ignite parent information nights.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead.
Ability to operate telephone, desktop, and laptop computers.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to understand written information.
Qualifications / Accessibility Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Persons with disabilities may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment. The Salvation Army will assess requests for reasonable accommodation and any undue hardship.
Religious Statement By accepting employment with The Salvation Army, you acknowledge that the organization is a church, agree to uphold its religious mission, and pledge that your conduct will not conflict with its moral purposes. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that brings honor to God and the Salvation Army.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a respectful environment free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. This equal opportunity extends to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, transfers, and termination.
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Department Camp Arnold
Status Temporary/Seasonal, Exempt
Location Southern California – Camp Arnold
Scope / Overview Camp Arnold seeks an Assistant for the Ignite Discipleship Program who will support the spiritual growth, social & emotional development, and skill building of young people at camp. The assistant will partner with the Ignite Director to lead daily Bible studies, individual and group check‑ins, weekly debriefs, and provide additional support across the program.
General Duties
Uphold Camp Arnold policies and Protecting the Mission standards.
Assist the Ignite Director in implementing the program curriculum.
Attend program staff and general staff orientation.
Participate in all Ignite‑specific programming.
Participate in camp programs as required by the Summer Program Director.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Ignite Director.
Specific Duties
Collaborate with the Ignite Director to plan and execute meaningful discipleship activities.
Lead orientation and ensure an engaging onboarding experience for all participants.
Plan and lead the campout and hike to Mt. Rainier during orientation.
Offer support in various program areas as required by the Summer Program Director.
Mentorship & Guidance
Build positive relationships with participants and provide mentorship in their faith journey.
Create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere for participants to deepen their faith.
Assist in facilitating daily Bible studies and daily check‑ins.
Assist in all‑staff small groups as needed.
Lead weekly one‑on‑one debrief sessions.
Administrative Duties
Create orientation and weekly schedules for Ignite participants.
Communicate effectively with the camp program team and Ignite Director.
Communicate important information to parents of participants.
Facilitate phone conversations with parents regarding participant behavior when needed.
Assist in creating agendas for Ignite parent information nights.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead.
Ability to operate telephone, desktop, and laptop computers.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to understand written information.
Qualifications / Accessibility Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. Persons with disabilities may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment. The Salvation Army will assess requests for reasonable accommodation and any undue hardship.
Religious Statement By accepting employment with The Salvation Army, you acknowledge that the organization is a church, agree to uphold its religious mission, and pledge that your conduct will not conflict with its moral purposes. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that brings honor to God and the Salvation Army.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a respectful environment free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. This equal opportunity extends to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, transfers, and termination.
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