What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day Camp Director position at The Tile Shop?
The Salvation Army
Northern and Central Illinois Division
Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Chicago
Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Day Camp Director
LOCATION/DEPT: RJKCCC
REPORTS TO (TITLE): Youth and Education Program Manager
FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt
STATUS TYPE: Temporary Full Time
The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center of Chicago exists to express the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army through a safe, enriching and sacred environment where all individuals have access to opportunities to reach their physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential. The Vision of the Chicago Kroc Center is to touch individuals, families and seniors of the Southside with: Building Community, Motivating Wellness, Encouraging Excellence, Teaching Character, and Inspiring Faith.
Work under the direction of the Youth and Education Program Manager to ensure that the Day Camp is in keeping with the overall plans, goals, and directions of the Kroc Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and execute the day camp program for the entire weekly sessions. This will include, but not be limited to planning the theme for camp and working with the unit leaders in planning crafts, literacy, musical, Bible, recreation and other classes, overseeing/supervising all children and staff.
- Plan and execute the weekly sessions specifically in the areas of field trips, busing, and program ideas.
- Oversee Before and After Care programming and scheduling.
- Take supply inventory.
- Understand and uphold that Day Camp will have Christian focus.
- Prepare Parent Handbook.
- Prepare flyers each week to communicate with parents.
- Coordinate T-shirt design, pricing, sizing, and ordering.
- Coordinate opening and closing times for each day.
- Carry out the orientation of staff members prior to the first day of camp, conduct daily staff meetings and debriefing.
- Supervise all Day Camp staff and execute disciplinary action, if necessary, in association with the Youth and Education Program Manager.
- Responsible for disciplinary action plan for day campers, if necessary, in association with the Dean of Students.
- Keep an active file on all staff and participants.
- Read, sign, and abide by the Safe-From-Harm Policy.
- Other duties as assigned.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
- Will be responsible to supervise the Day Camp staff hired for the summer and assist as needed in supervising the volunteer staff.
- Under the direct supervision of the Youth and Education Program Manager.
- 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.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE
- Must have completed at least 2 years of college or at least 2 years of experience in day camp, preferably in supervisory capacity.
- Must be 21 years of age.
COMPETENCIES
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Understand and uphold that Day Camp will have a Christian focus.
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
- Requires valid driver’s license and pass the MVR check.
- Attention to detail.
- A positive attitude and flexible to changing job priorities.
- A commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army.
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.
