Day Camp Unit Leader

Job Description
THE SALVATION ARMY
NORTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION
CHICAGO TEMPLE CORPS
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Day Camp Unit Leader
LOCATION/DEPT: Chicago Temple Corps
REPORTS TO: Day Camp Director
FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt
STATUS TYPE: TFT
OUTCOMES
Work under the direction of the Day Camp Director to ensure that the Day Camp is in keeping with the overall plans, goals, and directions of the Corps.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Will use the Youth Developmental Assets to track outcomes and develop program goals.
2. Provide leadership for daily classes including preparation, teaching, and clean-up.
3. Prepare lesson plans to be approved by the Day Camp Director.
4. Obtain needed supplies within the Day Camp approved budget.
5. Understand that the overall theme of the Day Camp will have a Christian emphasis.
6. Read, sign, and abide by the Safe-From-Harm Policy.
7. Attend the orientation prior to the start of Day Camp and debriefing.
8. Take part as a leader on weekly field trips.
9. Areas of leadership can include:
   
   1. Bible leadership
   2. Craft leadership
   3. Musical leadership
   4. Literacy leadership
   5. Recreation leadership
   6. Special Theme leadership
   7. Bridge (13-year-olds) leadership
   8. Before After leadership
10. Attend training and receive certification in Safe-From-Harm, COVID Safety, Emergency Responder (AED/First Aid/CPR), ANSI Certified Food Handlers, Field trip supervisor.
11. Help with maintaining the sanitation and cleanliness of the program space. This will require cleaning, set-up, and breakdown of the program space.
12. Other duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Under the direct supervision of the Day Camp Director. In the absence of the Day Camp Director to be under the supervision of the Corps Officer or their assignee.
This individual relates to, and interacts with, a wide range of contacts both within and outside The Salvation Army. In these contacts, they act as a representative of the Army and its mission.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• Must have completed at least 1 year of college or at least 1 year of experience in Day Camping.
• At least 18 years old, preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Understand and uphold that Day Camp overall will have a Christian emphasis.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
• Attention to detail.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• A commitment to the mission of the Salvation Army.

POSITION LIMITATIONS

• This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
• This individual will keep the Day Camp Director informed on all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
• This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is required to do moderate physical work and must be able to lift 10 pounds.
• In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary for some periods of time; use hands and fingers; communicate; move; occasionally required to position self to stoop, kneel, or crouch; frequently required to reach with and use arms and hands, as required in using standard office equipment and PC.
• The work environment for this position includes indoor and outdoor environments with a low to high noise level.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, and ability to focus.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors. This would include but not be limited to such actions: resolution of conflicts in a positive manner; courteous treatment of staff, clients, and visitors; respect of others' property and person, professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Additional Information
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