Arts & Crafts Coordinator

Job Title: Arts & Crafts Coordinator

FLSA Status: Full Time, Temporary - Exempt
Reports to: Recreation Coordinator

Schedule: Varies

Supervises: N/A

Rate of Pay: $400 weekly - 8 weeks

Closing Date: 04/30/2025

Benefits: Standard; Full-Time, Temporary, Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:

Sick leave benefit - 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)

Function: The Arts and Crafts Coordinator (ACC) is responsible for developing, facilitating, and overseeing High Peak Camp's arts and crafts programs for Elementary, Middle, and High School campers, including the supervision, guidance, and direction of Counselors in the Arts and Crafts area. This role also serves as an Activities Specialist when not otherwise occupied. This position will adhere to the Camp Code of Conduct, support the Christian camping and ministry culture as well as uphold the mission, and practices of The Salvation Army and its doctrine.

Duties and Responsibilities:

GENERAL DUTIES:

Attend and participate in evening programs and spiritual activities.

Maintain a standard of cleanliness in personal grooming and in living quarters.

Assist with the clean-up of the total camp at the end of each session and at the conclusion of the summer.

Prepare and deliver the Arts and Crafts Coordinator camp brief at the end of the summer.

Assist with evening cabin supervision

Attend and participate in Staff Orientation.

Attend and participate in all camp wide activities, campfires, staff meetings and staff devotions

Assist with Camper check-in and check-out.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Safety and Supervision

Attend and participate in evening programs and spiritual activities.

Enforce, and abide by, all camp policies and procedures

Responsible for the health and well-being of self and campers.

Maintain the utmost level of safety for staff and campers at all times

Practice and enforce all camp safety regulations and emergency procedures.

Maintain group/staff control at specialized group activities so that other support staff can focus on safety.

Ensure compliance with American Camping Association standards of safety and programmatic conduct at all times.

Coordinate and implement all program components relative to the daily schedule in a timely fashion.

Supervise and direct all staff and volunteers assigned to work/help in the A&C program.

Attend relevant in-service trainings.

Weekly Responsibilities

Develop and facilitate A&C programs for Elementary, Middle, and High School campers.

Plan and prepare A&C activities that are age-appropriate and engaging.

Prepare for each cohort group before their A&C time.

Clean the A&C area after each cohort group departs.

Help coordinate any special programs like theme weeks, 4th of July, Christmas in July, etc.

Manage budget, maintain, and stock all A&C program equipment and supplies.

Consult with the Director or Assistant Director for any equipment needs or repairs.

Maintain an inventory list to know what needs replenishing throughout the summer.

Support Staff Training with creative activities.

Help coordinate Staff Training art project by providing direction and supplies.

Clean Arts and Crafts area on the last day of programing, after camper check-out and before the staff meeting.

Sweep, sanitize, and take out the trash.

When not supervising the A&C programing, serve as an Activities Specialist.

Work in a variety of program areas to support cabins.

This may include archery, zipline, sports, etc. and will be determined by need and experience/comfort.

Attend all relevant in-services for areas trained.

Perform all other duties and roles assigned.

Due to the particular nature of the camp program in session, you may be asked to assist in duties not directly related to this specific job description. This is necessary for the smooth operation of the camp. Staff members are expected to comply with all reasonable requests.

Lastly and most important:

Remember to have fun!

Remember to ask for help because we are here for each other!

Remember that God is in control. God's love will be more evident in your actions than your words!

Remember that God loves you, and we love you!

Qualification and Education Requirements:

Positive attitude and ability to take a leadership role.

18+ years of age preferred.

Current First Aid and CPR certification (may be obtained on site).

Experience and previous knowledge of hands-on crafts for youth.

Ability to use positive behavior management techniques with campers and an ability to adapt to difficult situations with a sense of maturity and safety.

Maintain a high standard of personal and communal living and behaviors.

Be supportive of The Salvation Army's mission. Ability to reflect and model the high standards of our organization as one of the world's most distinguished human services charitable organizations.

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.

Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army

I have been informed and understand The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. In my employ, I will not undermine the religious mission or religious purposes of the organization, nor will my professional conduct conflict with, interfere with, or undermine its religious programs or religious purposes.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to maneuver. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

I understand that this position is of a temporary nature and will end in 90 days or less.