Cabin Counselor
The Salvation Army USA Central Territory
Finlayson, MNSeasonal / Temporary / Full-time$11.41/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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Job overview
The Cabin Counselor supervises and guides an assigned group of campers ages 6 to 17, ensuring their safety and building positive relationships. The counselor leads daily activities, supports behavior management, participates in camp programs, and facilitates spiritual growth through devotions and prayers. This seasonal summer position is on-site at Northwoods Camp in Finlayson, Minnesota, and requires living at camp during the summer.
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Position Summary
The Salvation Army Northwoods Camp in Finlayson, MN, is "doing the most good" by providing summer camp opportunities to hundreds of youth from Salvation Army programs across Minnesota and North Dakota. The camp offers youth a safe, fun environment to develop physically, socially, and spiritually while participating in various activities, including swimming, fishing, boating, archery, music, and arts and crafts.
The Cabin Counselor supervises and guides an assigned group of campers (ages 6 to 17), ensures their safety, and builds positive relationships. The Counselor also leads daily activities, supports behavior management, participates in camp programs, and facilitates spiritual growth through devotions and prayers. The position will reside on-site throughout the temporary summer employment.
$400 stipend per week, 40 hours per week
60402 Elbow Lake Rd, Finlayson, MN 55735
Please note that this is a seasonal and temporary summer position from June 2027 to July 2027.
Essential Functions (approximate time spent)
Camper Supervision (25%): Supervise and lead an assigned group of campers in daily activities, including classes, free time, meals, and programming.
Camper Guidance (25%): Provide guidance and positive reinforcement and assist camp leadership in holding campers accountable to follow rules and meet expectations.
Safety and Monitoring (25%): Monitor campers and program areas to ensure the health and safety of all.
Relationship Building (10%): Develop and maintain positive rapport with campers and colleagues, teaching and modeling positive relational skills to campers.
Program Participation (10%): Actively participate in all assigned camp programs and activities, providing support as needed.
Spiritual Guidance (5%): Attend spiritual activities and facilitate nightly devotions and prayers with assigned campers.
Education and Experience
Must be at least 18 years of age.
A High School diploma or equivalent is strongly preferred.
Experience working with children preferred.
Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be willing to participate in religious activities.
Must pass background checks.
Competencies
Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.
Self-starter with good attention to detail and initiative.
Works with integrity, valuing honesty and diligence.
Working Conditions
Must be able to attend staff orientation week.
Room and Board provided in addition to a biweekly stipend. Required to live on-site at Northwoods camp during the summer.
Position is seasonal, approximately mid-June through July, including nights and weekends.
Perform all physical aspects of the position, including being mobile, bending, and reaching.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to fully participate in activities and events (outdoors and indoors).
Camp environment; not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.
Must be able to communicate clearly with campers and colleagues.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Travel Requirements
None.
Other Duties
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to support its religious mission as employees.
This job description is not all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. The supervisor may assign other duties, responsibilities, and tasks.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55735
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
N152-29740
Job Benefits
Not specified
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