Camp Program Director (3783) at The Salvation Army

Oregon, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Planning, Supervision, Faith-Based Guidance, Emergency Response, Communication, Activity Coordination, Safety Management, Team Leadership, Devotional Activities, Outdoor Skills, Arts & Crafts, Aquatic Activities, Horseback Riding, Archery, Bicycling, Challenge Course

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: ALM-Camp Hidden Lake - Lexington, MS 39095 Job Category: Camp This position is responsible for: Supervises, plans, schedules, and monitors the planning and delivery of program activities and events. Assists in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the Camp Director. Supervises all programs conducted at the camp through subordinate specialists for various programs such as aquatic/lakefront activities, nature, arts & crafts, horseback riding, bicycling, archery, outdoor skills/camping, challenge course, and audio/visual. Key Responsibilities: Designs and delivers program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the camper’s age and abilities. Provides faith-based guidance and role modeling to campers. Participates alongside campers during camp worship meetings and times of prayer. Leads devotional activities and faith-based songs with campers and supports the seeker’s ministry. Supervises and monitors the day-to-day operations of the camp, including the various programs conducted at the camp, to include waterfront activities, nature, arts & crafts, horseback riding, bicycling, archery, outdoor skills/camping, challenge course, and audio/visual; ensures that programs run smoothly; and in compliance with established procedures. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to meet attendance requirement Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity. Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of camper Some physical requirements of the Camp Program Director position include endurance, including climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required for manipulating 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. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU Two years of progressively responsible experience administering and developing youth programs 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

Responsibilities

The Camp Program Director supervises, plans, schedules, and monitors the delivery of program activities and events at the camp. They ensure that all programs run smoothly and comply with established procedures.