Summer Day Camp Counselors
The Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Salary
$18 - $18 / HOUR
Quick overview
Ensure the safety of children during camp activities and field trips. Assist in planning and leading interactive learning stations to enhance students' skills.
Requirements summary
Experience working with school-age children and a valid Ohio Driver's license are required. Preferred qualifications include a degree in Education or Psychology and certifications in CPR and first aid.
Job description
Overview Classification
Temporary, Full-Time, Non-Exempt, 35-37.5 hours/week, 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Monday-Friday beginning on May 26, 2026, and ending August 7, 2026.
Salary
- $17.50 per hour
- Job
- Focus: This position ensures the safety of all children as they engage in all camp activities, on-site and on field trips. Counselors assist in planning activities and lead interactive learning stations to enhance students’ skills. They are role models for all students through their action, language, personal hygiene, and positive attitudes.
Benefits
Changing the lives of elementary school children Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
Qualifications
An understanding willingness to uphold The Salvation Army’s Mission Experience working with school age children. Interest in or pursuing a degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology or Child Development, preferred or we are willing to train the right candidate. Current certification in CPR/first aid, communicable diseases, and child abuse prevention and recognition, preferred, or we will work with you to obtain. The Ability to maintain ODJFS standards for employees and program operation, we will train. Valid Ohio Driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain driving privileges per Salvation Army insurance standards (if driving is a requirement) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The Salvation Army’s Mission StatementThe 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 Christand to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Benefits
- Purpose-driven work
- Opportunity to impact elementary school children