Camp Music & Arts Program Coordinator

The Salvation Army Job Description

Camp Music & Arts Program Coordinator– Camp Walter Johnson

December 4, 2022 Revision Date
 

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a temporary job opening for a Camp Music & Arts Conservatory Program Coordinator for Camp Walter Johnson located in Denton, North Carolina.
 

JOB SUMMARY

Plans, coordinates, and directs program activities for the Conservatory Music & Creative Arts program; ensures the quality of programs and safety of youth at all times;provides guidance and role modeling to youth and ensures safety and a positive experience for campers. Aids in any administrative office needs.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position description.

Assists in the delivery of conservatory program activities and events by ensuring the setup and preparation of facilities, cleanliness of program meeting spaces, availability of program supplies, and other duties.

Maintains discipline and acceptable behaviors of students, which will create an atmosphere of friendliness and security during all program periods, enabling all students to feel welcome and comfortable.

Assists the Divisional Music & Arts Director with organizing weekly staff/student recitals.

Assists guests with their program activities. Often responsible for the set-up/tear down and acquiring needed equipment/supplies.

Assists with various administrative office needs.

Is responsible for the care of program equipment/supplies, with necessary repairs or replacements immediately reported to the Divisional Music & Arts Director.

Participates and assists in various classes as assigned. Provides constant care for the needs of the campers in an efficient, clean, loving, safe, secure, and healthy manner.

Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.

Sits with camper tables during meals and serve as a table monitor when needed.

Keeps workspace and personal living quarters neat and clean.
 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to plan, develop, and implement effective program activities for group settings.

Ability to build and maintain effective mentor relationships with children and youth.

Ability to communicate effectively with campers and camp staff.

Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Live and work in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program in the facility available. Operate with some daily exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions. This is a residential position.
 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Six months of professional experience preferred,

OR

any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

CPR and First Aid Certified. Training will be provided at Camp.
 

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 60 lbs.).
 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a summer camp environment where physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with grass, dirt, and the like may be possible. Work will involve some exposure to outdoor temperatures and varying environmental conditions, however most instruction will take place indoors and in a normal school and/or church environment. This is an overnight, residential position.
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Camp Staff Orientation will be held 06/6/2023 – 06/11/2023 and participation is required.

The 2022 Summer Camp program will be held 06/13/2023 – 07/15/2023. If you are unable to work the entire program session, please let us know on your application.

Camp Staff debrief will be held 07/16/2023 and participation is required.
 

Compensation:$300.00/week to $350.00/week
 

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.
 

Application Submittal Period: January 23, 2023 – June 6, 2023
 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled