Day Camp Lead Counselor

Position Summary

The Day Camp Lead Counselor will monitor, lead, and give direction to a group of children. This position will work with children, fellow counselors, and staff to provide a safe and meaningful summer day camp experience in a Christian environment.

• Supervise a group of campers ages 6-12.
• Work as part of the ministry team and other staff members.
• Provide leadership to a group of counselors.
• Complete all administrative duties as assigned by the Community Center Director.
• Be the responsible staff for all off‑site activities. Duties include parking, paying admissions, collecting receipts, lunch arrangements, and disciplinary actions, as needed.
• Act as a liaison between director and staff regarding disciplinary actions, information distribution and paperwork collection, i.e., camper attendance sheets, high five tickets.
• Supervise the daily clean‑up of The SAL and all areas used by day camp.
• Assume duties of counselor when working with an assigned group of campers.
• Conduct staff meetings with counselors, as needed.
• Program and plan activities, as assigned by director.
• Attend all staff meetings scheduled by the director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

At least 18 years of age; some formal work with youth preferred. Prior experience with the SAL Summer Programs.

• Previous experience working with children a plus.
• Willingness to work as part of the ministry team and other staff members.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Knowledge of arts & crafts a plus.

• Basic computer skills required.

• Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed.
• Complete First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days.