Outdoor Learning and Creative Arts Aide

Job Objective: The Outdoor Learning & Creative Art Aide is responsible for overseeing hands-on learning experiences in the Outdoor Learning Center and leading engaging craft activities during camper free time. This role involves caring for camp animals, managing the bead program, and ensuring a fun and educational environment for all campers.

Essential Functions:

Outdoor Learning Center Management

• Lead interactive learning experiences related to nature, conservation and creative art
• Lead the feeding and care for the animals in the Outdoor Learning Center animal program ensuring their well-being and safety
• Assist with management of crew member assigned Outdoor and Animal care work
• Maintain a clean and organized environment for learning areas and animals

Creative Arts & TSAO Bead Program

• Plan and lead craft activities during camper free time
• Manage the TSAO bead program, ensuring beads are organized and opportunities to the bead program are presented every week at camp
• Assist campers and staff with bead-related questions and maintain TSAO bead program records

General Camp Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for campers of all backgrounds.
• Communicate with camp leadership about any supply needs or program updates.
• Follow all camp safety policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Experience: Minimum one year working with children in an educational or camp setting preferred.

Certifications/Licenses: None

Skills/Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of animal care and crafting activities
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Supervisory Responsibility: In an assist role supervising crew member

Physical Requirements: Speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity to be able to perform craft and bead activities; lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 15 pounds; requires bending, squatting and walking; standing up to 6-8 hours per day; Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel: None

Driving: Driving is not required but preferred. Staff with a valid license from the state of residence will apply for approval through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program. If approved, the candidate might be asked to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions: Work is performed on the camp grounds and does include week days and weekends based on the summer camp and divisional schedule. Minimum 20 hour work weeks.

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 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.

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.