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Cabin Counselor - Male

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory, Leonard, MI, United States

Duration: Full Time



Position Summary: The Cabin Counselor will monitor, lead and control a group of children. This position will work with children, fellow workers, and staff to provide a safe and meaningful summer camp experience in a Christian environment.



Essential Responsibilities:



  • Responsible for welcoming, settling, and safety of campers for each session

  • Ensure campers are aware of personal cleanliness, appropriately dressed for the weather and take precautions in dealing with sun and insect protection

  • Be and example of and encourage respect at all times

  • Take note of all announcements

  • Assist in teaching activities as needed

  • Be sure each camper is getting proper rest. Encourage a rest time for tired campers. Encourage promptness throughout the day, including lights-out time

  • Lead the cabin group on dining hall procedures, cabin cleanliness, meal cookouts, overnight camp outs, group activities and nightly devotions

  • Serve as spotters at lakefront as needed

  • Plan activities for the cabin group on rainy days unless otherwise programmed

  • On each camp closing day, check out cabin group

  • Sanitize showers and bathrooms daily, sanitize dorm area after each session, ensuring safe storage of all cleaning supplies

  • Complete appropriate daily reports each day, share with the Program Director, or local leaders, any concerns for follow-up after camp

  • Perform other duties as assigned



Qualifications:



Education/Experience:



  • Must be at least 18 years of age

  • High school diploma or GED, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

  • Previous experience working with children preferred


Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:



Computer Skills:



  • Basic computer skills required


Certificates and Licenses:



  • Complete Safe From Harm and keep current as needed