Camp Challenge Course Facilitator

Full Time
Loon Lake, WA 99148
Posted
Job description

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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

SCOPE OF POSITION: Assist the Program Leader in planning, supervising, and implementing the camp challenge course programs including but not limited to: Low Ropes Course, High Ropes Course, Climbing Wall, and Zip Line. Responsible for the safety and well-being of campers and staff while participating in assigned camp programs.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

· ACCT Level 1 Facilitator Certification required.

· Experience working with children preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

· Possess good leadership and communication skills

· Knowledgeable in the areas of children/personnel safety assessment, planning, problem solving and crisis intervention

· Able to pass a child safety background check

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Assist the Program Leader in the planning and implementing of Discovery and Wilderness camp challenge courses for electives, free-time and cabin activities.

Ø Help create an environment that leads groups to success.

o Know the type of group, and the specific needs, of the group you’re working with

o Maintain open, friendly, and professional relationships with participants.

o Maintain an attitude of fun and excitement.

o Use encouragement and positive reinforcement in all situations.

Ø Assist the Program Leader in leading games initiatives and elements for groups ranging from 8 to 20 campers.

o At the direction of the Program Leader, clearly communicate the instructions for each game, initiative, and element in a fun and creative manner.

o Work with the Program Leader to have all equipment and props prepared before the campers’ arrival.

o Ensure the safety of campers and staff.

Ø Assist the Program Leader in briefing and debriefing sessions with each group.

· Participate in safety training. Follow all safety procedures and standards.

o Assist Program Leader in communicating all safety procedures and standards to participants for each activity.

o Be aware of any medical/physical conditions or special needs of the campers.

· Fill out all necessary paperwork as instructed by Program Leader

o Fill out Pre-use inspections, course evaluations, rope and equipment logs, incident report forms, and maintenance forms.

· Assist the Program Leader in performing inventory of challenge course program equipment and supplies at the start and finish of the summer and each week.

· Assist the Program Leader in completing any necessary course or grounds maintenance as necessary to maintain a safe and aesthetic course as assigned by the Camp Director

· Give support to the total camping program performing and all other duties required to provide a consistently excellent program.

· Attend and participate in evening programs and chapel activities.

· Enforce camp policies and procedures.

GENERAL DUTIES:

· Exhibit effective Christ-like conduct and service as an appropriate example for campers and staff.

· Give support to the total camping program performing all other duties required to provide a consistently excellent program.

· Attend and participate in all camp programs as required including, but not limited to evening programs, chapel activities and staff meetings.

· Follow all policies and procedures.

· Maintain cleanliness and order in your person and living quarters.

· Assist with cleanup of the total camp at the end of teach session and at the conclusion of the summer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.

· Grasp, push, pull objects, and reach overhead.

· Operate telephone and computer.

· Lift up to 25 lbs.

· Understand verbal and written information.

· Sweep, clean and perform other janitorial tasks as needed.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RELIGIOUS PURPOSES OF THE SALVATION ARMY:

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army’s religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing in his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or the Army’s religious purposes.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Loon Lake, WA 99148: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • First Aid Certification (Preferred)
  • CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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