OMAHA KROC CENTER - Seasonal Summer Day Camp Attendant

Join Our Summer Team at Camp Kroc!

Are you ready to make a difference this summer? We’re looking for passionate, energetic, and responsible individuals to join our team as Summer Camp Counselors for our exciting 10-week Day Camp!

As a counselor, you’ll have the opportunity to work with kids, lead fun activities, and create lasting memories. Whether you’re an experienced leader or looking to gain valuable skills, we want YOU to be part of our summer team.

Our Summer Day Camp is June 1st-August 7th. Staff Orientation is May 26th-29th.

We are now hiring for full time Camp Counselors and Assistant Camp Counselors, a part-time Summer Day Camp Attendant, and a full-time Assistant Camp Director.

All applicants must be enthusiastic, dependable, and ready to have a blast while

• helping kids grow.

Perks include:

Free Kroc membership

Hands-on experience working with kids

• Training and professional development

A fun, supportive team environment

Great opportunity to build your resume!

Apply now and be part of an unforgettable summer at Camp Kroc!

The Salvation Army Mission:  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.

Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center Purpose Statement

Inspire people to discover their God given talents and develop their potential through artistic, educational, physical, and spiritual experiences in a Christ-centered atmosphere.

Job Summary/Primary Purpose: Responsible for the direct supervision of children in Summer Day Camp and KidZone with emphasis on safety and healthy activities to

• ensure a quality experience during the child’s visit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in creative development and participate in execution of programming as

well as community programs sponsored by the Kroc Center.

• Assist Day Camp Lead Counselor with activities and lessons.
• Assist Day Camp Lead Counselor with behavioral needs.
• Report any important information regarding campers enrolled in Summer Day

Camp to the Camps and Education Manager.

• Provide excellent customer service for parents and relate positively to young

children.

• Maintain cleanliness of KidZone and other areas of the Kroc Center by

cleaning equipment, toys, play areas, and restrooms.

• Follow each step of the check-in/check-out procedures for all children.
• Inform supervisor if a child has been left for more than two hours in Kid

Zone.

• Ensure the safe use of the facility by enforcement of facility regulations.
• Assist with emergencies or accidents appropriately and complete incident
• reports as needed.
• Report any suspicion of child abuse to the appropriate coordinator or
• manager.
• Interact professionally with the public, business community, Salvation Army

Officers, and Kroc Center staff.

• Ensure KidZone is stocked with appropriate brochures and forms.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

Education and/or Experience:  High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred:

and experience working with youth 1 – 8 years old.

Qualifications:  The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

• Good communication skills including interpersonal skills.
• English proficiency required; Spanish language skills preferred.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of

organization.

• Exceptional flexibility and ability to work on multiple projects or tasks

simultaneously.

• Ability to collaborate and work within a team.
• Attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and conflict resolution

skills.

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters
• Strong independent judgement.
• General computer knowledge is required to access payroll, timekeeping and

personal data via a web-based system.

Other Qualifications: Must pass all applicable background checks.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training as established by The Salvation Army.

Physical Requirements:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the ability to see, talk, hear, stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle or feel.  It also requires the ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:  The noise level is moderate.

Qualifications:

The pay rate for this position is $15.00 an hour. Must be at least 18 years old.

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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.