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The Salvation Army Southern California · 4 days ago

Summer - Assistant Program Director

positionScotts Valley, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking an Assistant Program Director to support the planning and implementation of summer programs. The role involves organizing staff schedules, coordinating events, and fostering the spiritual growth of campers and staff.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Support the Assistant Camp Director in planning and leading meaningful programs aligned with camp goals
Help direct the camp program and program team, including scheduling, ceremonies, campfires, announcements, and staff coordination
Meet regularly with the Assistant Camp Director to evaluate camp strengths and areas for improvement
Foster camper and staff fellowship and success through engaging activities and spiritual development
Teach and lead camp songs, games, and evening programs; assist with camper discipline as needed
Ensure cleanliness and organization of program areas (REC closet, turf field, playground, etc.) and recreation supplies
Conduct inventory before camp begins, maintain supply needs, and submit requests
Maintain safety standards, develop conduct rules, and perform daily equipment checks
Track camper progress and support skill development from beginner to advanced levels
Supervise free-time activity areas and assist with special programs and events
Participate in opening/closing day procedures and late-night supervision as assigned
Collaborate with staff to provide creative ideas and resources for special events
Report property maintenance issues to the Facilities Manager or Maintenance Crew Chief
Build relationships with campers and staff, modeling Christ-like behavior and service
Actively contribute to the spiritual formation of campers and staff
Immediately report any suspected child abuse to the Assistant Camp Director and follow proper procedures
Other related duties as required

Qualification

CPR/First Aid/AED certificationCamping experienceRecreation programmingPublic speakingTeaching youthMoral characterSpiritual developmentCollaborationSelf-motivation

Required

Minimum 21 years of age (required)
Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (required)
Interest, knowledge, and skills in recreation, programming, and ministry
Comfortable leading large group activities and speaking in front of crowds
Ability to teach and engage youth and staff ages 8–21
Well-organized, collaborative, self-motivated, and able to take initiative
General experience working with children
Must be of good moral character
Must have a personal and growing relationship with the Lord
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push and pull objects and tools

Preferred

Camping experience either as a camper or staff (preferred)

Company

The Salvation Army Southern California

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The Salvation Army is one of the largest humanitarian organizations in the world. It is a sub-organization of The Salvation Army International.
dateFounded in 1865
location
Bell, California, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://socal.salvationarmy.org/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$0.02M
Key Investors
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco
2019-09-23Grant· $0.02M
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