Assistant Group and Activity Leader

The Salvation Army • East Cleveland, OH • 8h ago

Overview

The East Cleveland Day Camp Program is a seasonal ministry of The Salvation Army East Cleveland Corps, committed to demonstrate the love of Christ through safe, fun and edifying Christ-centered programming, including academic enrichment, sports, nature and field trips.

Assistant Group & Activity Leaders serve in a support role to the Corps Officers, under the direct supervision of the Assistant Camp Director. They will be intimately and integrally involved in the daily operations of the Summer Day Camp program and the carrying out of its mission.

Assistant Group & Activity Leaders assist with oversight responsibility for a designated group of children and/or a specialized activity, as assigned by the Assistant Camp Director and/or Day Camp Director. When not designated to lead a specific activity, they will be assigned to work in a team setting that may be led by a Group & Activity Leader.

Assistant Group & Activity Leaders are required to provide support to the Assistant Camp Director, when necessary. Assistant Group & Activity Leaders should be prepared, experienced and qualified to assume greater leadership responsibility, if necessary.

Responsibilities

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attend and contribute to all General Staff & Ministry Team Meetings.

Involvement in the total program with willingness to help in all areas as needed, including dining room, outdoor/indoor activities, children with problems, daily devotions, etc.

Promote observance of the moral and ethical codes affecting participants and staff.

Responsible for sharing with your immediate supervisor all matters of mutual concern relating to the total welfare of the Program.

Responsible to complete Orientation Sessions and attend all parent meetings.

Assume responsibility for the health, cleanliness, good habits, welfare and happiness of all participants and staff, but especially those under your direct supervision.

Maintain a high level of interaction with participants and staff; also be a constructive member of the team contributing in every possible way to the health, harmony and happiness of the East Cleveland Corps family.

Coordinate daily assembly as assigned

Communicate with the Assistant Camp Director, as soon as possible (in private), for actions of staff members that put the health and safety of participants at risk. Report all incidents minor or major.

Ability to communicate and work with groups of various ages and skill levels and provide necessary instruction to participants and/or staff.

Ability to identify and physically respond appropriately and quickly to emergency situations, as needed.

To facilitate, in every way possible, the mission of The Salvation Army, at the direction of the Corps Officers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assume leadership of assigned Group, in the absence of the Group Leader

If assigned, be responsible for the organization and administration of assigned activity for children in grades K - 8.

When leading an activity, assume responsibility for all areas assigned, proper use of supplies, maintenance of inventory, requesting additional supplies as needed.

Coordinate program(s) with other program activities and plans. Offer assistance and support as needed.

Submit to the program office, lesson plans for assigned classes.

Organize, direct and instruct assigned activity program geared to all ages, interest and abilities of the participants, both male and female. Display creativity and innovation in programming.

Under the direction of the Youth Ministries Coordinator (or Seasonal Youth Ministries Assistant), assist with execution of Vacation Bible School program including activity leadership, participation in sessions, etc.

Qualifications

Must be at least 16 Years Old; high school diploma or equivalent preferred

3 months Experience in Youth or Camp Programming and/or group work preferred

Current CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred

Must submit to and clear required background checks including:

Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI)

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

National Sex Offender Registry

State Sex Offender Registry

Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information System (SACWIS)

Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsible, accountable, respectful, positive role model and be able to follow instructions

Patient and able to assist children in all program areas

Ability to read and write effectively; follow written instructions, adhere to policy and procedure of The Salvation Army

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job LocationsUS-OH-East Cleveland

Job ID 2025-14694

Category Youth Work

Compensation Min USD $13.50/Hr.

Type Temporary Full-Time

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