Job Description

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 02.05.2026

Hourly Wage: $16.00

Hours Per Week: 15 - 22

Status: Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions: 1

Department: The Salvation Army Nampa Summer Day Camp

Position Title: Counselor

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.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to: Schools Out Counselor , or https://tinyurl.com/2ddeabs4

To apply in person go to 403 12th Ave S, Nampa, ID 83651. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Sarah Buck at sarah.buck@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (208) 586-9688 Ms. Buck 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 email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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SCOPE OF POSITION: Guide and monitor children through successful participation in all aspects of the after school and summer camp programs.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma/ GED minimum requirement
• Prior youth work preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide consistent and active supervision, promote group unity, and learn about each individual camper’s needs.
• Guide, direct, and monitor children during scheduled activities and programs such as clean up, mealtimes, activities, transitional times and chapel.
• Communicate regularly with the Lead Counselor and Youth Ministry Coordinator, conveying needs and concerns regarding campers.
• Handle any behavior and/or emotional issues under the guidance of the Lead Counselor and Youth Ministry Coordinator.
• Supervise, actively engage, and lead children during assigned program time when on-duty.
• Respond to, and provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns among children.
• Lead Bible activities and spiritually counsel children.
• Review and submit all child-related forms in a timely manner, such as seeker forms, incident forms, and safety reports.
• Develop and implement rules that are compliant with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Set a good example for children and others including cleanliness, punctuality, sportsmanship, and table manners.

General Duties:

• Foster and nurture Christian faith and discipleship in visible, fruitful ways in campers.
• Encourage respect for personal property, building equipment and facilities.
• Work alongside and in agreement with the Community Center Director, Youth Ministry Coordinator and Corps Officers.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff, volunteers, children and parents.
• Encourage adherence to community center & Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Ensure and provide for the supervision and physical/emotional safety of children and staff.
• Participate and/or assist in all after school and summer camp programs as required e.g. chapel, staff meetings, camp wide games, free-time, electives, etc.
• Ensure and assist in the cleanliness of your classrooms and other areas.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Community Center Director, Lead Counselors, Youth Ministry Coordinator and Corps Officers.
• Ensure equipment is returned to corps storage or appropriate designated area upon completion of activity with group unless otherwise arranged.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Be a Christian with a strong, demonstrated commitment to following Jesus Christ, and biblical principles, who is enthusiastic, energetic, and creative in spiritual leadership.
• Possess leadership skills, with the ability to supervise and care for children daily.
• Ability to communicate well with others from diverse backgrounds, ages and nationalities.
• Ability to work in groups and provide necessary guidance to children.
• Ability to observe child 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 activity.
• Must be patient, enthusiastic and be able to teach and lead a variety of small group activities.
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance.
• Strong character and integrity, with the ability to adapt to different environments.
• Responsible individual with a desire to work with youth.
• Detail oriented.
• Self-starter.
• Team player.
• Good use of the English language in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, hike and twist on a continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately 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 people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused or frustrated.
• May be required to work in all areas of community center including, but not limited to, the kitchen, laundry facility, classrooms and gym.
• The ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
• Work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Works 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 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 the 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 the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be comfortable working with a high degree of independence. May be required to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues and dealing with demanding requests or timelines.

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