Program Counselor : Waterfront Manager - Army Lake Camp

Get away to Army Lake Camp where we serve a variety of groups (churches, youth groups, public / private schools, and more!) Our mission is to inspire Christ-centered love and commitment while sharing God's word by example and instruction through recreational and educational opportunities. Our philosophy is to communicate the life-changing power of Jesus Christ, help campers develop leadership, responsibility, expression of service and Christian values / integrity, as well as challenge the ability of campers and staff to improve skills, self-esteem and expand their Christian experience all while helping campers develop positive relationships. If these values mean as much to you as they do to us, apply today!

This is a seasonal position (June 8, 2025-August 2, 2025).

The Waterfront Manager is responsible for all the campers and staff at the waterfront by maintaining the safety of all waterfront participants, including swimmers and boaters. The Waterfront Director will also serve in other areas around camp, including various Program operations.

Orientation :

• Complete to the best of your ability and to the satisfaction of supervisors the pre-camp training.
• Assist with aquatic orientation during general staff training. Work with Program and Operation Manager in planning this Orientation.
• Complete the training for various challenge activities to a degree that will enable you to teach and supervise others, including high ropes challenge course, low challenge course, archery, paintball, riflery, canoeing, hiking, and pellet gun shooting.
• Complete the training for various specialized activities to a degree that will enable you to teach and supervise others, including marsh walk, orienteering, knot tying, fire starting, nature center, paddleboats, crafts, drama and fishing.
• Complete the training for various sport activities to a degree that will enable you to teach, participate and supervise others, including basketball, swimming, volleyball, soccer, football, Frisbee golf, capture the flag, and tennis.
• Get to know other staff members and their general areas of responsibility.
• Become acquainted with the eco-system known as camp.
• Prepare yourself spiritually for the opening of camp.

Waterfront Management :

Additional Camp Program :

Accept responsibility for the health, safety, and general welfare of all campers under your supervision.

Other :

Education, Experience, and Requirements :

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.