Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 05.08.2024

Wage: $600/Week

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Temporary / Seasonal (JUNE 16 - AUGUST 17, 2024)

Number of Positions: 1

Department: Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen

Position: Creative Coordinator

Supervisor: Camp Director

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.

CAMP KURATLI AT TRESTLE GLEN MISSION STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen will be a Christian sanctuary of rest, discovery, and growth to the neediest children in Oregon and Southern Idaho.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Capt. Grant Hall at or call (503) 794-3256. Capt. Hall is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or , attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

COVID-19

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

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SCOPE OF POSITION:

Assist the Camp Director and Divisional Youth and Candidates' Secretaries with artistic, program and leadership needs of the summer camp program.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• 2 seasons of summer camp experience or 1 year in equivalent work required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Desire to work with youth and young adults.
• Understanding of Salvation Army policy in regard to hiring, termination, workers compensation matters, time sheets and the Employee Handbook.
• Good understanding of the laws regarding employment of minors in Oregon.
• Working knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules relating to the operation and license of an organizational camp.
• Understanding of contacting pertinent officials in regard to reporting child abuse.
• Ability to supervise and provide guidance to staff and campers.
• Ability to diffuse stressful situations with staff and campers.
• Be a Christian with a strong, demonstrative commitment to following Jesus Christ, and biblical principles, who is enthusiastic, energetic, and creative in spiritual leadership.
• Ability to operate a telephone.
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
• Possess leadership skills with the ability to plan, originate, organize, and execute special programs.
• Ability to teach and lead a number of activities.
• Ability to communicate well with others from diverse backgrounds, ages, and nationalities.
• Ability to work in groups.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and be comfortable working with a high degree of independence.
• Ability to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues and dealing with demanding requests or timelines.
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• Detail oriented.
• Self-starter.
• Ability to read, write and communicate well in the English language.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for: Under the direction of the Camp Director

• Responsible for the implementation of the summer camp program.
• Responsible to attend and participate in programs and spiritual activities.
• Responsible for the programming of daily chapels, campfire, and recreational activities.
• Responsible for designing and planning of the summer camp program.
• Responsible for all summer camp programs as required, including but not limited to:
  • camp wide games,
  • campfire,
  • chapel,
  • free-time,
  • staff meetings,
  • night-watch,
  • electives,
  • rise and shine duty, etc.
• Responsible for the supervision of some summer camp staff, including corrective and disciplinary processes.

Assist with: Alongside or in lieu of the Logistics Director

• Assist with the supervision of summer camp staff, including corrective and disciplinary processes.
• Assist with the implementation of the summer camp program.
• Assist with processes involving volunteers and guest staff.
• Assist with camper discipline in consultation with Head Cabin Leaders.
• Assist with creating a weekly staff schedule for summer staff.
• Assist with the programming of daily chapels, campfire, and recreational activities.
• Assist with first day and last day procedures.
• Assist with serving as a contact for Human Resource matters.
• Assist with enforcing and implementing Salvation Army policy in regard to hiring, termination, workers compensation matters, time sheets and the Employee Handbook.
• Assist with enforcing and implementing of Oregon Administrative Rules relating to the operation and license of organizational camp.
• Assist with enforcing and implementing the laws regarding employment of minors in Oregon.
• Assist with being a contact person for parents, staff, and emergency services as directed.

General Duties:

• Foster and nurture Christian faith and discipleship in visible, fruitful ways to, and with campers and staff
• Enforce respect for personal property, camp equipment and facilities.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff, volunteers, and campers.
• Enforce adherence to camp and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Ensure and provide supervision and physical/emotional safety for campers and staff.
• Ensure and assist in the cleanliness of cabins and outside areas.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Camp Director and/or, Divisional Youth and Candidates' Secretaries.
• May be required to serve as Break Day Supervisor at times during the season.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, hike and twist on a continuous basis for up to 15-20 minutes or prolonged periods at a time.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects, such as files, file cabinets drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift to 25 lbs.
• Physical ability to respond to a variety of situations; must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• There may be phone and in-person contact with others from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused or frustrated.
• May be required to work in all areas of camp including, but not limited to, the kitchen, dish room, laundry facility and grounds.
• Working in a distinctively Christian environment.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
• Work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Work around dust, odor, and high noise levels.

MISCELLANEOUS:

The Salvation Army does have a dress code. This will be shared with you at the time of employment.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a motor vehicle record check. They must have a valid drivers license and acceptable driving record.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

The Salvation Army provides a smoke and drug free work environment for all employees and volunteers.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform 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 to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

The position has access to confidential and private information. It is essential that confidentiality and privacy be observed. An understanding of professional boundaries is required.